Membership

Membership in the community of Nasalam is easier than some other communities and more demanding than some because of the unique work planned for the community.

New residents are automatically on a 30-day trial period during which their fitness for the community will be assessed, just as they will be assessing whether they want to be part of the community. At the end of this period they may be accepted as basic members of the community, providing they have reached agreement on their financial relationship to the community.

It needs to be remembered by prospective members that this is a spiritual community and the organizing structure is that of a priesthood. All members can, of course, become part of that priesthood should they choose to follow that course of study and growth.

Nasalam also has Associate Members, who are individuals living outside Nasalam who wish to have some sort of committed relationship to the community. For a minimum contribution of $100 annually they receive Nasalam's journal and may visit the community as a guest for one week. Contributions totaling $1000 makes the individual a Lifetime Associate Member.

People bring different things to community - some have substancial monetary resources, others have work skills; some have artistic ability, others are healers. Each individual is unique and brings unique capabilities to the community. Tantra teaches that we accept them as equals and welcome their diverse gifts to the community.