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Happy 19th Birthday Selah!
Nineteen years ago, Selah began with a simple invitation: to pause, to listen, and to trust that the Spirit is always at work, often in the quiet places. We could never have imagined all the ways that invitation would take root in hearts, relationships, and communities over the years. As we celebrate Selah’s 19th Birthday, we give thanks for the countless moments of grace that have shaped us—shared silence, courageous conversations, faithful companions, tears and laughter, retreats and gatherings, and the steady practice of returning again and again to the Source of Love.
At the same time, we recognize that Selah has never been about preserving the past. Our calling has always been to pay attention to what is alive now. Contemplation invites us into what Walter Burghardt called “a long loving look at the real”—to see with honesty, compassion, and hope what is emerging in this present moment.
As we enter our 20th year, we do so not with certainty about what lies ahead, but with confidence in the One who continues to invite us deeper into love, community, and faithful presence. We remain committed to creating welcoming spaces where people can pause, encounter the Spirit through contemplative practices, and grow together toward wholeness and loving others.
Thank you for being part of this unfolding story. Thank you for helping shape who Selah has been, who Selah is becoming, and the possibilities still waiting to emerge. We look forward to stepping into this next season together—with open hearts, attentive spirits, and deep gratitude.
Happy 19th Birthday, Selah.
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Selah’s classes, seminars and events emphasize personal, experiential learning. These offerings are opportunities to experience contemplative practices for the first time, and develop ongoing practices to cultivate a contemplative way of life.
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Developing a contemplative rhythm to life requires intentionality and support. In addition to courses and seminars, we offer spiritual direction and online resources to support individuals and groups on their contemplative journey.
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Selah is not a church or an institution, but a growing, dispersed community of contemplatives who gather online and in-person. While many Selah companions are located in WA State, online gatherings provide opportunities for all to come together.