Opening the Eye of the Heart
The monastic Fathers were always lucid and simple in understanding that the principal purpose of the monastic life is to
Laurence Freeman OSB
Monk and Teacher
Director of The World Community for Christian Meditation
Bonnevaux
With Irish and English roots, Laurence Freeman was educated by the Benedictines and studied English Literature at New College, Oxford University. Before entering monastic life, he worked with the United Nations in New York, in Banking and Journalism. He is Director of The World Community for Christian Meditation (WCCM) a global, inclusive contemplative community.
Fr. Laurence Freeman is a monk of the Benedictine Congregation of Monte Oliveto Maggiore. His is the director and spiritual guide of the World Community for Christian Meditation. John Main was his teacher and Fr. Laurence assisted him in establishing the foundations of the Community. Fr. Laurence is the author of a number of books on Christian Meditation. He travels extensively giving presentations and leading Christian Meditation Retreats.
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Homilies podcast
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Daily Wisdom
It will flow without ceasing
The joy of the Holy Spirit characterises its realisation and this happens when the timing is right, when we are
Reality is always surprising and unpredictable
The fulfilment that flows from that simple experience of being is greater than anything we can want. Reality is always
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Articles & Reflections
In Memory of Pauline PetersÂ
For all who knew and loved her it is saddening to hear of Pauline’s moving from this world to the
The Antidote to Contempt: Bishop Mariann Budde on Faith, Dignity, and Prayer
This is a conversation between Fr Laurence Freeman and Bishop Mariann Budde, the spiritual leader of the Episcopal congregations and
A Message on the Feast of St Benedict 2026
Bonnevaux Dearest Sisters and Brothers in our Holy Father Benedict, Today we are celebrating the Feast during our Bonnevaux Summer
Sr Ruth Montrichard SJC
There is rejoicing in heaven and sadness on earth. Sr Ruth died on 14 June in Trinidad where she was
Resurrection Day 2026
Jesus said to them, ‘Peace be with you. As the Father has sent Me, so also, I am sending you.’ He
Palm Sunday 2026
Matthew 21:1-11 and Matthew 26: 14 to 27:66The whole city was shaken and asked ‘who is this? ’And the crowds
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Spiritual Letters
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Books by Laurence Freeman OSB
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