Poiema is called to

• Uphold each individual in the love of Christ so that they may become whole.
• Be honest and vulnerable in this task.
• Encourage living into hope in advocacy, non-violence, inclusivity and compassion.
• Partner with others to transform the fabric of our culture.

• Poiema is a Greek word used in the New Testament for handiwork or work of art. It says that we are God’s creation. (Ephesians 2:10) Each person is a beautiful gift. Everyone is welcome and their gifts are encouraged.
• Poiema is an intentional community committed to honoring God through stewardship of shared land and support of each other’s diverse spiritual explorations and inspirations and missions.
• Poiema is a small group of folks led by the example of the life and teachings of Jesus Christ and affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA).

Poiema works toward

• a greater awareness of the contrast between Christ’s non-violent expressions of love and our culture.
• empowering each other to live in this comprehensive love of Christ.
• conserving stewardship of the land on which we live and all creation.
• a growing receptivity and openness to each other and our neighbors, stretching us all in our compassion, faith, and action.
• learning lessons from the Christian faith and other faiths in new ways.
• continuing our connection to the Presbyterian denomination with gratitude for its openness.

Poiema offers

• hospitality through participatory worship in a straw-bale cottage among the oaks and red cedars in east rural Travis County between Manor and Webberville.
• a rustic, natural setting for contemplation and for group or individual retreat.
• a place to share yourself and your gifts.
• an open invitation to join with us in this challenge and adventure as we learn Christ-lessons.
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