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Laurence Freeman
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Audio channel of The World Community for Christian Meditation with news, interviews, talks and music. Contact: Leonardo Corrêa (leonardo@wccm.org)

  1. Christ as the Satguru: Moving Beyond the Ego in Meditation with Prof Peter Tyler

    17H AGO

    Christ as the Satguru: Moving Beyond the Ego in Meditation with Prof Peter Tyler

    This is a dialogue between Paola (WCCM Marketing) and Prof Peter Tyler, a long-time friend and companion of the World Community for Christian Meditation with an extensive academic career. Peter is presently Professor of Pastoral Theology and Spirituality at St Mary’s University, London. "Whenever I teach Christian spirituality, I always say there are two essential elements, two wings of the tradition. One is the desert monastic tradition. The other essential element is the one that forms the basis of the retreat, what's called the mystical tradition, a form of contemplation that's been around since the beginning of Christianity." Prof Peter Tyler will be leading a retreat titled 'Approaches to Meditation: Enriching Guidance from the wisdom of the Mystics', 28 April - 3 May, in Bonnevaux, France. Learn more at https://bonnevauxwccm.org/all-programmes/approaches-to-meditation-2026/#wccm #mystics #christianmeditation #stmarysuniversity  @StMarysUni  Music by SoulProdMusic (Canva)

    9 min
  2. Meditation Is Like Learning to Swim with Stefan Reynolds

    17H AGO

    Meditation Is Like Learning to Swim with Stefan Reynolds

    Stefan Reynolds shares his journey into meditation, beginning at the age of 19 in India. He discusses the significance of places like Bonnevaux, and how the environment fosters a sense of community and tranquility. He also delves into the teachings of mystics, especially Teresa of Avila and John Main, emphasizing the importance of stillness and trust in the meditation process. Stefan highlights how these teachings can guide individuals in their spiritual journeys, likening meditation to learning to swim in the ocean of God.Stefan is leading the retreat Deepening Meditation - Launching Out (12-17 May in Bonnevaux). https://bonnevauxwccm.org/all-programmes/deepening-meditation-2026/Images by Michael Heck and Ben Kerckx (Pixabay and WikipediaSoundtrack by JoshMusic (Pixabay)

    7 min
  3. Christ the King - Luke 23:35-43

    11/23/2025

    Christ the King - Luke 23:35-43

    Homilies by Laurence Freeman OSB - Christ the King - Luke 23:35-43

    20 min
  4. Our Conversation is in Heaven with Laurence Freeman for WCCM+

    11/19/2025

    Our Conversation is in Heaven with Laurence Freeman for WCCM+

    Authentic spirituality is not above justice or human suffering. Spiritual truth is reflected in the gritty realities of the world whether it is honoured or denied. Feelings and relationships are part of our spiritual path but so too are social and political responsibilities. We are a single body, embodied in Christ. The old translation of St Paul`s phrase our conversation is in heaven sounds strange to us today. But reflect how our search for a peaceful world requires the recovery of the lost art of conversation – and we may see the link between silence and this fundamental value of civilisation. Continue watching at https://wccmplus.org/programs/our-conversation-is-in-heaven

    10 min
  5. Radical Regeneration with Andrew Harvey

    11/13/2025

    Radical Regeneration with Andrew Harvey

    These talks offer the maps and the practices from the Christian, Hindu and Buddhist traditions which will demonstrate to the participants how much sacred power and illumination they always have at their disposal. Continue watching at https://wccmplus.org/programs/radical-regeneration-with-andrew-harvey

    10 min
  6. The Pandemic of Distraction

    11/07/2025

    The Pandemic of Distraction

    Fr Laurence’s reflecting on one of the passages of his newly launched book ‘Tasting Wisdom’: "We suffer more and more from an inability to make healthy, lasting relationships. Those sort of relationships that demand selfless attention. And how can we make such a relationship if we are only thinking about ourselves, if we are locked into self -fixation?" #wccmbooks #laurencefreeman #tastingwisdom #contemplativeleaders #christianmeditation #twseries

    1 min
  7. And The Song Remains Beautiful

    11/06/2025

    And The Song Remains Beautiful

    Embark on a journey of transformation. Delve into the wisdom of visionaries, from medieval mystics to modern poets, who have glimpsed the "whole" amidst our fragmented world. Discover how beauty can liberate and awaken us, fostering profound connections with ourselves, others, and the world around us. Explore the depths of your own heart-work and embrace the transformative power of beauty.

    1h 14m
  8. The Muscle of Attention

    10/31/2025

    The Muscle of Attention

    Fr Laurence’s reflecting on one of the passages of his newly launched book ‘Tasting Wisdom’: "Without attention all these essential human aspects of growth, focusing, listening, tending towards the needs of others and our own needs, learning what we don't know, and understanding in a deeper and richer way, the mystery that we are part of... all of this growth process can be lost if we lose the art of attention." #wccmbooks #laurencefreeman #tastingwisdom #contemplativeleaders #christianmeditation #twseries

    1 min
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Audio channel of The World Community for Christian Meditation with news, interviews, talks and music. Contact: Leonardo Corrêa (leonardo@wccm.org)

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  • Creator
    Laurence Freeman
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    489
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Laurence Freeman
  • Show Website
    WCCM Audio