At its heart, The Well is all about community. Our larger community consists of people who live together (residential community) and those who live in their own homes (non-residential community). All commit to keeping our rule of life, commit to and embody our core principles and values, worship together, and pledge to work for a more just and compassionate society. We believe that our principles and values are embedded in the idea of biblical Sabbath, which is both a rhythm for the community and a measure of justice. We have embraced the Benedictine rhythm of prayer and work, to which we have added the celebration of joy in everyday life. 

This community consists of everyday people (clergy and laity, Methodists and people from all walks of faith) who yearn for a life of radical discipleship and deeply committed community. We maintain a rule of life, embrace and commit to our principles and values, support our public engagements as a public witness of our values and principles, embody our principles and values individually and communally, and pledge to build a more just and compassionate society.

This community consists of people who live in their own homes, go to work, take care of their families, and live single lives. While we do not co-mingle our finances, we do pledge to financially support The Well in order to strengthen community and enhance our public engagements. 

RESIDENCES

Our residential community is divided between two homes, one is the parsonage for Queen Anne United Methodist Church and the other is an apartment right off of Queen Anne Avenue. Both residences have their charms. The house is a four bedroom home with a fenced in backyard and is located in the midst of a residential community. The apartment is a turn of the last century walk up 3 bedroom home with high ceilings and lots of great light. It is located right near a bus stop and amid the walkable business area of Queen Anne. But, more important than the facilities are the people who inhabit these homes. Both are part of the whole ecosystem of The Well. Both places provide a centering space amid a very chaotic world.

Interested and called?

If you feel interested and called to discern whether this way of life is for you, please contact Pastor Katie at katie (at) thewellqueenanne (dot) org. You will be introduced to the principles and values of the community, practice the rule of life, receive email check-ins, and enter into a time of supported discernment to see whether this or another path is right for you.

We currently have openings in both the house and the apartment. Email us at thewellqueenanne@gmail.com if you are interested in residential community…or if you are interested in non-residential community, in which there is always room!