• Spiritual discernment

    Spiritual discernment grows out of ongoing inner preparation. ~Margaret Benefiel

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  • Greater comfort

    There is greater comfort in the substance of silence than in the answer to a question. ~Thomas Merton

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  • Embraced by the Earth

    Embraced by the Earth

    Today’s post is by Anita Davidson Memories of my childhood are very incomplete and foggy, except for a few. As Earth Day approaches, one of them keeps recurring and the memory isn’t just in my mind. It’s deeply visceral. So much so that I feel compelled to write it down. I was born and raised…

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  • Imperfection

    Imperfection is not our personal problem. It is a natural part of existing. ~Tara Brach

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  • The Birthing of a New Earth Consciousness

    The Birthing of a New Earth Consciousness

    Article by Ann Dean (April 2018 eNews) I am the rain coming from the dew that causes the grasses to laugh with the joy of life. I am the yearning for good.                                 Hildegard of Bingen The quality I most…

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  • All the buried seeds

    All the buried seeds crack open in the dark the instant they surrender to a process they can’t see. ~Mark Nepo

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Mission

Our mission is to nurture contemplative living and leadership.

Vision

In 2025, Shalem will be a dynamic and inclusive community, empowered by the Spirit, where seekers engage in transformation of themselves, their communities, and the world through spiritual growth, deep connection, and courageous action.

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