The Shalem Institute
Welcome to the Shalem Institute—dedicated to the support of contemplative living and leadership.
The Shalem Institute provides in-depth support for contemplative living and leadership—a way of being in the world that is prayerfully attentive and responsive to God's presence and guidance.
For over 30 years, we have offered a wide variety of programs and resources for spiritual directors, clergy, lay leaders and individuals who want to open themselves more fully to God in their daily lives and work.
At Shalem, we honor each individual spiritual path and welcome anyone who would seek to learn from the contemplative way.
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Leading Contemplative Prayer Groups & Retreats Program
"You have expanded my perspective, solidified my call, and helped give me the courage and confidence to step out, come what may..." Today people are increasingly seeking spiritual groups and retreats, searching for community, meaning and ways of touching the Living Presence of God. Shalem's Leading Contemplative Prayer Groups & Retreats: Transforming Community Program is designed to equip, encourage and support those called to lead such groups and retreats. 2011 Class Now Forming!
Application deadline is December 1, 2009. A Contemplative Presence Workshop with Patience RobbinsA day-long opportunity to notice and nurture living in the Presence.
November 21, 2009 at Shalem 
Matthew Fox Coming to ShalemShalem is thrilled to host Matthew Fox as this year's presenter at the Gerald May Seminar.
April 23-24, 2010 Shalem 2009-2010 Program YearPlease visit our calendar and click on the program you’d like to attend for more information. |
Support Shalem Through Amazon.com
Can't find what you're looking for at the Shalem Store? Want to support Shalem with your holiday shopping? Then please use Amazon.com through Shalem's web site. Shalem is now an Amazon associate, which means that when you make purchases at Amazon.com by coming through the Amazon links on Shalem's web site, Shalem will earn a portion of your purchase. It's a win-win! Use the link below or on any of the side bars to shop at Amazon.com today!
Discernment: A Path to Spiritual Awakeningby Rose Mary Dougherty Shalem's Senior Fellow, Rose Mary Dougherty, has written a new book that provides a wealth of practical and inspirational wisdom from various spiritual and religious traditions to guide all spiritual seekers in their lifetime journey of awakening. Click here to order. |
Parenting: A Sacred Pathby Patience Leiden Robbins Parenting is a challenging call. Many resources for parents focus on the child, but Parenting: A Sacred Path is for parents to reflect on their experience, with all of its joys and struggles, as an invitation to grow in faith, love, trust and compassion. To order, click here. |
Meet one of our Spiritual Guidance Program Grads
Therese Taylor-Stinson, SGP W'08, talks about her experience of being a spiritual director.
For more Shalem video/audio clips, click here.
Shalem Graduates Offer Programs in Many Regions
Click here to find an offering near you.
Photos on this web site have been taken by: Larry Glover-Wetherington, Clark Lobenstine, Marlene Maier, June Schulte, and Frank Toia.
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