Eighth Gerald G. May Seminar

Shalem Institute for Spiritual Formation Inc.

    Gerald May Seminar Eighth Gerald G. May Seminar  Save the date for 2014 — March 28 & 29, 2014 Past Seminar with John Philip Newell videos and information below Interested in LiveStreaming the event to your home computer, or watching the recording online after the event?  Please click here.    Friday, May 17, …
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A Nurturing Day for Clergy

Shalem Institute for Spiritual Formation Inc.

  A Nurturing Day for Clergy February 24, 2014 — Save the Date! Trust in Love. Trust in God. (Jerry May) Nurturing one’s own soul and deepening in the life of the Spirit are essential to spiritual leadership and are the heart of an ordained vocation. This spacious prayer-filled day is an opportunity to deepen …
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Contemplative Seeds: A Prayer Pilgrimage to Cuba

Shalem Institute for Spiritual Formation Inc.

         Contemplative Seeds: A Prayer Pilgrimage to Cuba January 19-30, 2014  Pray with Cuban Christians, Share Faith Stories, Journey  as Part of a Pilgrim Community   Application Deadline:  August 31, 2013  _______________________________________________________________    Inspired by Thomas Merton’s pilgrimage to Cuba, Shalem will journey to Cuba in January to join in prayer with diverse …
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Young Adult Life and Leadership Initiative

Shalem Institute for Spiritual Formation Inc.

    Young Adult Life and Leadership Initiative To learn more about this program, click here or on the left hand side bar for information on Timeline & Components, Fees, Staff, Testimonials and Application Form.          YALLI on #YALLI YALLI on                 Do you desire a fuller relationship with the divine Presence in …
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On Being a Spiritual Guide

Shalem Institute for Spiritual Formation Inc.

  On Being a Spiritual Guide Saturday, October 26, 2013, 10am – 3:30pm If people come to you formally or informally for help with their spiritual lives, you may wish to explore this ministry by attending this one-day workshop.  “The true healing effects of spiritual direction come not from our own efforts as spiritual directors, …
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On Being a Retreat Leader

Shalem Institute for Spiritual Formation Inc.

  On Being a Retreat Leader Saturday, October 19, 2013 – 10am to 4pm   “The leader’s role is a very humble and delicate one: assisting an atmosphere that frees everyone to listen in simple trust.“ — Tilden Edwards Deepening Contemplative Leadership If you find yourself leading or being called to lead contemplative retreats, you may …
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Welcoming Prayer – Consent on the Go (Just the Facts)

  Welcoming Prayer – Consent on the Go (Just the Facts) When: Starts Monday, August 5 and runs through Friday, August 30. What: Online Retreat and Practice Circle on the Christian contemplative practice of Welcoming Prayer — Subscribe here. Who: Retreat Leaders from Contemplative Outreach, the organization founded by Father Thomas Keating, most known for …
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Balancing Head and Heart through Midrash: Creative Retelling of Sacred Texts

Kirkridge Retreat Center

  Balancing Head and Heart through Midrash: Creative Retelling of Sacred Texts Price: $435.00 Date: November 8, 2013 Carrie Newcomer and Faith Kirkham Hawkins Nov 8-10, 2013   Within Jewish tradition, sacred texts are renewed through midrash—creatively retelling and asking questions of important sacred stories. Participants will explore ways the traditional wisdom speaks to the …
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Living the Questions, A Weekend of Exploration

Kirkridge Retreat Center

  Living the Questions, A Weekend of Exploration Price: $400.00 Date: October 25, 2013 Kathleen Glaser, Michael S. Glaser and Jean Richardson Oct. 25-27, 2013 The design of this weekend will be to provide a nurturing and safe place in which to recognize and open ourselves to those significant questions are often too busy to …
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Poetry, Prayer, Gratitude and Blessings

Kirkridge Retreat Center

  Poetry, Prayer, Gratitude and Blessings Price: $400.00 Date: October 22, 2013 Kathy Staudt, Kathleen Glaser and Michael S. Glaser Oct. 22-24, 2013 This conference will examine the confluence of these two rivers – poetry and prayer, and how, both individually and together, they can open channels for gratitude and blessings. We will both read …
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