"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, I feel like religion is going beyond the institutions and still subject to the ego, to the self." We are having a series of conversations with meditators from our global community about the WCCM theme for 2026, The Future of Religion. This time, our guest is Javier, Mexican meditator & entrepreneur. Learn more about the 2026 WCCM Series 'The Future of Religion' at https://wccm.org/events/the-future-of-religion/#thefutureofreligion #wccmseries #contemplatives #contemplation #staycentred #valuescrisis----------- The WCCM is a global community of meditators united in a contemplative Christian tradition as taught by Fr. John Main, OSB. Our community is now present in more than 100 countries with 3000 weekly meditation groups, multiple centres, and a vibrant online community. Our mission is to communicate and nurture the fruits of meditation so as to foster the unity of all peoples, and to create social change by facilitating personal transformation through dialogue, silence and friendship. SUPPORT THE WCCM:In our mission to share the gift of Christian meditation for the unity of all peoples, the WCCM produces hundreds of hours of content each month, completely free of charge. Any gift, no matter how small, will help us continue our mission. https://wccm.org/support-us/CONNECT WITH USThe WCCM https://www.wccm.org/ Bonnevaux Centre for Peace: https://bonnevauxwccm.org/Join the mailing list: http://eepurl.com/tc5vHGet the app: https://wccm.org/app/

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)

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)