Partner Formation - SoulStream

SoulStream offers the possibility of wider participation within a dispersed yet committed contemplative community by inviting individuals to consider becoming Partners. Following the name that the founders of SoulStream used to describe their significant sense of commitment and community, “Partner” carries the sense that we are in this together, that we belong, that we have a sense of ownership, and that we all have a stake in the gift that SoulStream offers to the world.

What is “Partnership” with SoulStream?

Partnership is a fundamental choice to follow Jesus in a contemplative way of life in relationship with other partners that share the mission, values, and commitments of SoulStream. This fundamental choice is to become aware of and receptive to Jesus in all areas of life, such as personal character, soul care, vocation, relationships, finances, play and leisure, aspirations, and so forth.

The Heart of Being a Partner Involves:

Opportunities to share life with other partners for celebration, encouragement, ongoing soul care and loving service to the world. These opportunities include such things as regular partner gatherings, regional events, ongoing formational and learning among partners, networks of contemplative resources. Intentional care and support of other partners who will be with you in your gifts and in your brokenness on the journey to live open-heartedly with Jesus in our contemporary world, particularly in the face of contrary social and often religious values. Opportunities to contribute to the mission of SoulSteam by living as a contemplative presence in the world, and by engaging directly in the SoulStream initiatives.

What else is involved in being a SoulStream Partner?

Being part of regular communication network of SoulStream leaders and other Partners
Access on the website where Partners communicate with each other, sharing ideas, encouragement, questions, etc.
Having input on some of the overall issues facing the whole community
Encouragement to be part of a local SoulCare group of your choice wherever possible.

How to become partner

If you wish to become a SoulStream partner, you are invited to contact any current SoulStream partner or the SoulStream leadership where you will be warmly invited to begin the conversation. Here are some questions to consider that might be helpful to discern whether or not you are ready to make a commitment to the community of SoulStream:

What has been your own contemplative experience?
What books and practices have been helpful?
What role models have you had?
Are you currently in spiritual direction?
What attracts you to Partnership in SoulStream?

If you are interested in learning more about Partner Formation with SoulStream, please contact us.

Our Partner representative for Partner Formation is Pam Ehlert*

Pam became a SoulStream partner after her time with the 2018-19 Living from the Heart cohort. She lives in Calgary and is grateful for the community and deep growth that Soulstream has brought to her life. After 40 plus years as a registered nurse, Pam retired in spring 2024 and is leaning into the new rhythms that this next chapter brings.

Pam comes alive when she is outside and her favorite activities include hiking, biking and kayaking. She recently discovered dragon boat racing. Pam is a budding artist and enjoys playing with paper, paints and pens. She is a credentialed SoulCollage® facilitator.

Pam loves spending time with good friends, her adult kids, and especially her little grand daughter, Penelope, who is proving to be her greatest spiritual teacher.

*Denotes Volunteer

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