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WCCM Audio
by Laurence Freeman
Audio channel of The World Community for Christian Meditation with news, interviews, talks and music. Contact: Leonardo Corrêa ([email protected])
Episodes
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Strengthening the Muscle of Attention with Fr Laurence Freeman
At the first level of consciousness, meditation addresses the attention deficit in the human mind which early Christian teachers saw as being akin to the meaning of ‘original sin’. It is an especially acute problem of our time. Meditation does more than improve our capacity for attention…
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Training the Senses, Stilling the Mind:A Practical Guide to Transformation with Fr Cyprian Consiglio
In this conversation, we sat down with Fr. Cyprian Consiglio, Camaldolese monk and musician, to talk about why the future of religion is surprisingly practical.Forget just "thinking" about the divine—Fr. Cyprian reminds us that our bodies are the "hinge of salvation." From yoga and breathwork to...
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Laurence Freeman talk tha Seminary of Coimbra
Laurence Freeman gave an introductory talk on Christian Meditation at the Major Seminary of Coimbra on Sunday, 3 May, in the presence of the Bishop of Coimbra, Virgílio do Nascimento Antunes.
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Spirituality and Religion in a Time of Change with Fr Laurence Freeman
A look into the rhythm and structure of monastic living, where silence, attention, and shared movement create harmony. This “choreography” becomes a model for a more mindful, centered way of living—something largely lost in today’s fast-paced, overstimulated culture.Continue watching the full...
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The Iceberg of Consciousness with Fr Laurence Freeman on WCCM+
The next level of consciousness can bring us to face our shadow and the half-forgotten turbulent experiences of the past locked in the hard drive of our memory. Provided we don’t get into excessive introspection, meditation brings healing and liberation at this level. Understanding how grace…
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From Mass to Meaning: Spirituality in the Age of Digital Identity with Javier, Mexican entrepreneur
"I feel like spirituality is shifting from something that was conditional and embedded in authority into something that it's more like wellness, self-care, a little bit like self-centered in a way. It's very often a truth that suits me rather than me surrendering to what actually is. So overall…
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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…
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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...
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Christ the King - Luke 23:35-43
Homilies by Laurence Freeman OSB - Christ the King - Luke 23:35-43
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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,...
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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...
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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…
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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…
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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...
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We have to keep trying
Fr Laurence’s reflecting on one of the passages of his newly launched book ‘Tasting Wisdom’: "Even though at first we may feel as if we are failing at it, we have to fail better. We have to keep trying and we need to encourage one another." #wccmbooks #laurencefreeman #tastingwisdom...
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Integral Christianity: Finding Hope and Renewal in the Ancient Celtic Vision
Father Laurence Freeman explains that the theme of the John Main Seminar, 'INTEGRAL CHRISTIANITY: The Vision of Celtic Christianity for the Crisis of the 21st Century,' is urgent because the global environmental, political, and spiritual crises demand renewal. He asserts that to understand the…
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Laurence Freeman Homily: Luke 16:19-31
Sunday 28 September 2025. Contemplative Eucharist from Bonnevaux Gospel Luke 16:19-31
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Joy Is Deeper Than Desire
Meditation doesn’t destroy desire, but it does transform desire. It puts you into touch with what you really want. In quite a radical way of sorting and simplifying ourselves, it puts you back into touch with your basic need, which is your basic desire. Then joy springs up. Audio: Hamish Photo:...
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Laurence Freeman Homily: John 3:13-17
Sunday 14 September 2025, The Exaltation of the Holy Cross. Contemplative Eucharist from Bonnevaux
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An interview with Fr Jim, Balally Priest & Cinzia, Balally Parish Leader on the Vision of Celtic Christianity for the Crisis of the 21st Century
Celtic Christianity was one of the most vibrant expressions of the Christ-event in history. In this interview, Fr Jim, parish priest & Cinzia Angius, parish manager at Balally Parish, Dublin share their reflections on what makes Celtic Wisdom relevant today, why Balally is a contemplative parish...
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Beyond Success & Failure
Beyond Success & Failure by Laurence Freeman
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Laurence Freeman Homily: Luke 14:25-33
Luke 14:25-33 - 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Homily by Laurence Freeman, Contemplative Eucharist from Bonnevaux, France
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Vanity & Pride and the Breath of True Freedom from 'The Eight Big Problems of Life' with Fr Freeman
This is the first of a four-part series of talks in which Laurence Freeman draws on the wisdom of the early desert teachers as a contemporary way of understanding the human condition. The mothers and fathers of the early Christian desert combined spiritual insight with sharp psychological...
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We are All Distracted
Fr Laurence’s reflecting on one of the passages of his newly launched book ‘Tasting Wisdom’: "Meditation reveals human equality (We're all distracted) as well as our uniqueness: we are all called to be clear and to be calm." Please come and join Laurence Freeman to celebrate his book launch, live...
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Entangled Whispers: Celtic Poetry, Cosmic Christ, and the Rediscovery of Hope
John Deane Irish poet and novelist is the founder of Poetry Ireland, Ireland ‘s National Poetry Society, and its journal “The Poetry Ireland Review”. "I believe a good artist stands between God and Humanity and tries to link it" John will be one of the speakers at the next John Main Seminar at...
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The Human Being Fully Alive
Fr Laurence’s reflecting on one of the passages of his newly launched book ‘Tasting Wisdom’: "We can feel this fullness of being, pressing, wanting to be released through all that life continually presents to us. And although we may think we want to be fully alive, sometimes we resist it as well...
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Direct Experience of Wholeness
Fr Laurence’s reflecting on one of the passages of his newly launched book ‘Tasting Wisdom’: "The seeing of reality is the real life purpose of the human being." Please come and join Laurence Freeman to celebrate his book launch, live in London or online on 2 September. #booklaunch #wccmbooks...
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Dwell in my Love
As we emerge from crisis and seek renewal, Jesus’ command to “dwell in my love” throws us a lifeline, offering hope, vision, and the strength to live anew.'Dwell in my love' is the title of WCCM yearly retreat at Monte Oliveto, held at Abbazia Maggiore in Tuscany in 2022 and led by Fr Laurence...
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The Gift of Attention
Fr Laurence’s reflecting on one of the passages of his newly launched book ‘Tasting Wisdom’: "The giving of attention is such a sacred and beautiful thing. The act of voluntary attention is also the very dynamic and heart of consciousness." Please come and join Laurence Freeman to celebrate his...
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A Journey into Communion
Fr Laurence’s reflecting on one of the passages of his newly launched book ‘Tasting Wisdom’: "For the true contemplatives of our Tradition, such as the Desert Fathers and Mothers, Contemplation is not an escape from but a journey into communion, into relationship, into the present." Please come…
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Heart consciousness
Reflections from Tasting Wisdom video 7 Fr Laurence’s reflecting on one of the passages of his newly launched book ‘Tasting Wisdom’: "It is in heart consciousness rather than just mental consciousness that the physical, mental and spiritual dimensions of ourselves find harmony and unity and...
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Losing & Finding
Meditation helps us to find again what we have lost. It helps us to recover. And how does it do that? In a simple but in a radical way. Reflections from Tasting Wisdom video 6 Fr Laurence’s reflecting on one of the passages of his newly launched book ‘Tasting Wisdom’: "Meditation helps us to find...
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Recovery is healing
Reflections from Tasting Wisdom video 4 Fr Laurence’s reflecting on one of the passages of his newly launched book ‘Tasting Wisdom’: "Recovery is healing. And by regaining the wholeness that we lost, we become more whole than we were before." Please come and join Laurence Freeman to celebrate his...
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The Work of the Mantra
Reflections from Tasting Wisdom video 3 Fr Laurence’s reflecting on one of the passages of his newly launched book ‘Tasting Wisdom’: "Meditation, the way we teach it, it is the work of the mantra, repeating the mantra. And this work is simple but demanding." Please come and join Laurence Freeman…
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Self-Knowledge and Knowledge of God
Reflections from Tasting Wisdom 2 Fr Laurence’s reflecting on one of the passages of his newly launched book ‘Tasting Wisdom’: "Our Self-Knowledge and Knowledge of God are intertwined." Please come and join Laurence Freeman to celebrate his book launch, live in London or online on 2 September....
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Reflections from Tasting Wisdom 01
Fr Laurence’s reflecting on one of the passages of his newly launched book ‘Tasting Wisdom’: "The tradition that we belong to and teach meditation from is a living transmission of the wisdom of the Holy Spirit." Please come and join Laurence Freeman to celebrate his book launch, live in London or...
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Francis and Clare of Assisi with Prof Bernard McGinn & Father Daniel P Horan OFM PhD on WCCM+
The Little Poor Man (Poverello), Francis of Assisi (1181-1226), was a new kind of saint and mystic. His convert, Clare of Assisi (1194-1253), sought to emulate his life of poverty and apostolic service by founding a female branch of the Franciscan order. Their writings and example formed one of…
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A Hunger for Depth and Meaning with Laurence Freeman OSB
John Main has become regarded as a modern spiritual master, whose teaching on contemplative prayer inaugurated a global community and spiritual movement. John Main studied Law at Trinity College Dublin (1950-54). After a short career as a diplomat in Malaya, where he discovered meditation as part...
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A life anchored by meditation: Laurence Freeman in conversation with Ray Dalio
In a conversation recorded in 2013, legendary investor Ray Dalio shares how more than 40 years of meditation profoundly shaped his life and career, deeming it the "biggest influence" on his success. He discusses its role in cultivating equanimity, creativity, and a unique detachment that enabled...
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EarthDaySession2andGroupAudio
EarthDaySession2andGroupAudio by Laurence Freeman
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EarthDaySession1andDadirriAudio
EarthDaySession1andDadirriAudio by Laurence Freeman
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A Contemplative Mind: The Antidote to Reciprocal Demonization? with Tim Shriver
In the session, Tim Shriver explored ways we can relearn to live together, even when we disagree. This was session number 3 in our annual series, The Risk of Living Together (learn more here). You can learn more about Tim Shriver, UNITE, and the Dignity Index by visiting: https://www.dignity.us
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Meditation: Anchoring Leadership, Cultivating Presence
Drawing on his 28 years at the IMF, including 14 as General Counsel, Sean Hagan shares his personal journey with meditation, emphasizing its profound impact on his ability to cultivate attention, find stability amidst pressure, and develop a crucial sense of detachment and other-centeredness...
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Writing the Sacred with Laurence Freeman OSB
In this series Laurence Freeman helps us rediscover the art of reading any sacred text contemplatively, by learning to engage with the books that make up the Hebrew and Christian Bibles.
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Theologians of Experience: Women Mystics on the Reality of God in Prayer
In a thought-provoking reflection, Jane Williams explores Evelyn Underhill's call for church leaders to better equip people for a genuine encounter with God, highlighting Underhill's powerful assertion that "God is the interesting thing about religion." Williams argues that the great Christian...
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Fullness Of Being
John Main Talks: for before or after meditation These are extracts from the John Main Collected talks and you can order it going to the Medio Media website: tiny.cc/JMCT
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Leaving Self Behind
John Main Talks: for before or after meditation These are extracts from the John Main Collected talks and you can order it going to the Medio Media website: tiny.cc/JMCT
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How Long Does It Take
John Main Talks: for before or after meditation These are extracts from the John Main Collected talks and you can order it going to the Medio Media website: tiny.cc/JMCT
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The Basic Doctrine
John Main Talks: for before or after meditation These are extracts from the John Main Collected talks and you can order it going to the Medio Media website: tiny.cc/JMCT
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To Set Our Minds On The Kingdom Of God
John Main Talks: for before or after meditation These are extracts from the John Main Collected talks and you can order it going to the Medio Media website: tiny.cc/JMCT
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Audio channel of The World Community for Christian Meditation with news, interviews, talks and music. Contact: Leonardo Corrêa ([email protected])
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