Life at the Abode of the Message includes the bell which is a call to pray three times daily. One is invited to begin each day with morning prayer and meditation led by a member of our community. Classes and meetings in healing and esoteric studies convene regularly for those who wish to participate. Universal Worship takes place each Sunday followed by a community meal.

Residents live in the rooms created by the Shakers some 150 years ago. These rooms are in the main complex as well as is our communal kitchen and dinning room. Other residents have built houses on the acreage. All prospective residents apply to the Residence Committee to live at the Abode of the Message. When it is possible, we ask people to come for a visit. Interviews with applicants take place weekly. Of course, people coming from a long distance may not be able to visit and may request to be interviewed over the telephone. We also have a Khidmat (spiritual work and study) program for people who may wish to live at the Abode of the Message and learn about Sufism and our Hands and Heart service exchange program. The Abode of the Message is a not-for profit spiritual and educational corporation. The online application for for Residence can be found here