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What does “Shantivanam” mean?

April 26, 2017mean shantivanam

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What does “Shantivanam” mean?

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Is Shantivanam supported by the Catholic Church? Shantivanam is a ministry of the Catholic Archdiocese of Kansas City, Kansas, and receives a stipend from the Archdiocese. However, Shantivanam is responsible for raising the majority of its operating expenses. Financial support comes from an Annual Appeal that is included in the April issue of our bimonthly newsletter, The Forest Letter, and from donations made by guests. [Back to top] Do I have to be Catholic to come to Shantivanam? No; persons of all religious backgrounds who are seeking sacred solitude and a place of retreat in a contemplative, rural setting are welcome to stay at the House of Prayer. This policy reflects one of the Scripture passages on which Shantivanam was founded: “My house shall be called a house of prayer for all peoples.” (Isaiah 56:7) [Back to top] Where is Shantivanam located? Shantivanam is located outside of the rural community of Easton, Kansas, about 14 miles west of Leavenworth. If you would like to com