• Gate of Heaven

    The gate of heaven is everywhere. -Thomas Merton      

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  • Come, Master, Come

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

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  • God in Everything

    God had brought me to my knees and made me acknowledge my own nothingness, and out of that knowledge I had been reborn. I was no longer the centre of my life and therefore I could see God in everything. -Fr. Bede Griffiths          

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  • Flirting with Leadership

    Flirting with Leadership

    We were 25 women standing in a large circle, arms outstretched, only touching one another by our fingertips. In the center of the circle stood Flirt, a 1200 pound horse. It was our job to keep Flirt inside the circle. It was Flirt’s job to get out. Guess who won. Flirt gave one little flick…

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  • Cherry Trees

    I want to do with you what spring does with the cherry trees. -Pablo Neruda        

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  • Last Thought

    Look at your last thought…Whose thought was that? -Unknown        

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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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