• Exposed to the Light

    Exposed to the Light

    Everything exposed to the Light itself becomes light. ~Ephesians 5:14  

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  • Ancient Eternal Presence

    Ancient Eternal Presence

    Today’s post is by Jamie Deering. Nature. Wild and free. Tempestuous and Serene. Open and Life-giving. Healing. This could describe nature anywhere, and for me, it describes the wonder and magnificence of the Olympic Peninsula in Washington state. I’ve lived in desert, middle ground, and for the last 33 years, mountain, sea and open air. …

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  • What need of words?

    What need of words? Come, Master, come, And fill me wholly with Yourself. ~Tukaram  

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  • Deep Peace, Deep Love, Deep Joy

    Deep Peace, Deep Love, Deep Joy

    Today’s post is by Patience Robbins For awhile now I have had a deep yearning to empower young adults. As I see the state of our world, I am so concerned that they will be prepared and ready for what they will need to address. This is such a profound longing in my heart that I pray…

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  • The seeker’s silence

    The seeker’s silence

    The seeker’s silence is the loudest form of prayer. ~Swami Vivekananda  

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  • Care of Mind, Body, Spirit: Thoughts about an Integral Practice

    Care of Mind, Body, Spirit: Thoughts about an Integral Practice

    Today’s post is by Carl McColman At the beginning of 2016, a new L.A. Fitness Center opened up just three miles from my house. It was an auspicious event — for after a family transition that had occurred two years earlier, I had stopped going to my previous gym — which, not surprisingly, resulted in a…

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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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