In the Psalms, you can often find a notation in italics interspersed between the stanzas — Selah. The Psalms were the original hymnbook of the Israelites and Selah was a notation that told the worshippers it was time to breathe. We are excited that the Selah Spiritual Life Center will do that same thing for people in our community, reminding them to take a breath in the midst of this life, to connect more deeply with themselves and their God. 

Selah Spiritual Life Center is committed to being a place of inclusive welcome, drawing the lost, the wounded, the curious and the hungry to Christ through worship, faith formation and community in ways that speak to individuality and creativity. 


SSLC provides new and diverse experiences to deepen spiritual lives.

 

Experiences offered:

  • Workshops of different topics and spiritual disciplines
  • Retreat Experiences – both SSLC-sponsored retreats and those customized for your own context
  • Classes
  • Support Groups
  • Spiritual Direction – both individual and group, led by a certified Spiritual Director
  • Creative and Meaningful Worship


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Keep up with all we have to offer!

See a calendar of upcoming events below and be sure to like and follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

Questions? Email us at selah@gatherforgoodkc.org or call 913-780-0255.

calendar of events

If you have any questions about our events or offerings, please email or call us! 

selah@gatherforgoodkc.org / 913-780-0255

  • Spiritual Direction is a conversation between a certified spiritual director and another person. This conversation intentionally includes God and God's Presence in, with and for us. Ultimately one continues their spiritual journey and examines if that journey fosters the development of who God created them to be. The inner self, True Self, the person God created is nourished and validated in the process.


    Sessions are usually an hour. If you are interested, please email selah@gatherforgoodkc.org or call 913-780-0255 for more details. 

  • Everybody has a story — no matter how long we live or what our lives look like. What if your words could outlive you and leave a legacy for your family and friends? What if your words could impact the world?

     

    The beauty of Writing Your Legacy is to leave a written history for generations to come. And as you Write Your Legacy, it becomes a powerful message that can inspire, teach, and change another person’s journey.

    Writing Your Legacy is also a biblical principle.

     

    “I am recording this so that future generations will also praise the Lord for all God has done.” Psalm 102:18.

     

    Join us at the Selah Spiritual Life Center for this series of 4 premiere workshops taught by Rebecca Thesman — Writing Coach, Editor, and Author.

     

    Saturdays: March 22, March 29, April 5, April 12 – 10:00-11:30am.

    Cost: $125 for the entire package of 4 workshops. Fee is due upon registration.

    CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

  • Join us for a meaningful and creative workshop where we will craft beautiful cross wall hangings to adorn your home or sacred space. 


    The cross is a powerful symbol of God’s love, grace, and redemption, reminding us of Christ’s sacrifice and the hope of new life. As we work together, we’ll reflect on the significance of the cross in our faith and how it calls us to live in humility, love, and service. 


    The workshop will conclude with a deeply moving Solemn Reproaches of the Cross prayer service, offering a time of reflection and worship as we draw near to the heart of Christ.


    No prior crafting experience is needed—just bring your heart, your hands, and your willingness to create and reflect. All materials will be provided. Come, and let this time of fellowship and creativity deepen your connection to the cross and its meaning in your life.


    The Symbol of Love workshop will be led by Ronda Welander, director of Selah Spiritual Life Center.

    Workshop Fee: $25 due at time of registration.


    CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

  • Selah Spiritual Life Center invites you to come and go as you are led between 10 am and 2 pm for a self-guided journey of prayer, reflection, and stillness.

    What is Silent Saturday?

    Silent Saturday is the day between the sorrow of the cross and the joy of the resurrection. It is a day of waiting, of uncertainty, of quiet grief. For the disciples, it was a day when hope seemed lost, and the promises of Jesus felt distant. Yet, even in the silence, God was at work.

    At Selah Spiritual Life Center, we invite you to step into this sacred pause. Our self-guided prayer stations will lead you through moments of reflection on the weight of Christ's sacrifice, the waiting of Holy Saturday, and the hope that is yet to come.

    Come whenever you are able. Linger as long as you need. Let the silence speak.

    We hope you will join us in this time of quiet contemplation, preparing our hearts for the joy of Easter morning.

selah spiritual life center leadership

  • ronda welander

    Director

    A former K-12 music educator, Ronda received a BA in Music from Illinois College in 1989. In 2021 she completed the course work and received the Church Leadership Certificate from Dubuque Theological Seminary. Ronda has served as a Commissioned Pastor at Heritage Presbyterian since January of 2023.


    As the Director of SSLC, Ronda is excited to offer her leadership in ways that will provide varied and out of the box alternatives to discipling and meeting the need of community in a fast paced and ever-changing culture.


    Ronda, and her husband Rob, reside in Olathe and are blessed to have their son Jacob, and his wife Larissa, and daughter Ellen, living nearby.

  • diana mitchell

    spiritual DIRECTOR

    Diana has a Bachelor of Science degree in Child and Family Development from The Ohio State University. Her degree served her well during ownership of two businesses with her late husband, Tom.


    While a member of Firelands Presbyterian Church, Port Clinton, Ohio, she became a Stephen Minister after completing the required 50 hour course. Following that, she completed training to become a Stephen Leader, qualifying her to teach the course. When Firelands Church expanded their diaconate to include pastoral care, Diana facilitated Pastoral Deacons for many years using the Stephen Ministry format.


    During the one-on-one nature of pastoral care, Diana felt a passion toward becoming a Spiritual Director which involved four years of in-person classes, reading and reflection papers. She became certified in 2006. While still living in Ohio Diana began leading spiritual retreats in Ohio, Arkansas and eventually in Kansas.


    Diana has two daughters, Julie and Jill, five grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. She lives in Lenexa with her late-in-life husband, Stu.   

Selah Spiritual life center board

From left to right: 

Jennifer Ross, Ronda Welander, Dave Wormus, Rebecca Thesman, Janice Oyer. 

(Not pictured, Diana Mitchell. See Diana's photo and bio above under leadership.)