Our vision is unfolding and evolving, but as of now, we wish …
To be contemplatives — monks in the world — grounded in love and guided by Spirit.
To create space for each of us to rest and renew in God’s gaze, which will guide us to Spirit-led action in the world — in our own lives, locally, or beyond.
To be able to have difficult conversations, using compassionate communication, that impact our individual transformation and our common world. We know for sure that when a group gathers prayerfully and intentionally, nothing can separate us from each other or our Creator.
To listen deeply to Spirit and each other as we manifest non-patriarchal, non-hierarchical leadership.
To begin to disentangle from gendered ideas and words about God that no longer serve us.
To manifest community that is entirely inclusive and affirming to all our siblings. We wish to welcome, partner with, and learn from anyone who has felt hurt by familial, religious or societal constructs, including women, BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ individuals who long for acceptance and community. We not only welcome all, we recognize that we need the minds, hearts and voices of all.
To become valued partners with, and to offer contemplative practices to, other communities in Austin and beyond – whether Christian, other faiths, or non-faith groups. It is our hope to continue to learn from and share spiritual gifts with all communities.
To welcome those who already care deeply for an existing spiritual community, but who recognize a longing for contemplative practices in their lives. We encourage such friends to join us in our offerings while staying connected to their own communities, as they feel called.