A talk including a period of meditation and with time for questions.

Following in the footsteps of John Main, Fr Laurence, has been teaching the recovery of the contemplative wisdom tradition in the Church, and in society at large, for forty years. A Benedictine monk, he serves as the spiritual guide and Director of our World Community for Christian Meditation (WCCM). Before entering monastic life, he had experience with the United Nations, in banking and in journalism. As Director of Meditatio, the outreach program of WCCM, he engages with the secular world on the themes of Education, Mental Health, Business, Addiction and Recovery, Interfaith, and the Environment.

An international speaker and retreat leader and author of many books, his “Sensing God: Learning to Meditate during Lent” is especially recommended at this season. He now resides at the community’s international retreat centre, Bonnevaux, near Poitiers, France.

Refreshments from 10.00am. Meditation 10.45am. Followed by the talk and questions

A simple, shared lunch of soup and a roll will be available, from 12.30pm to 1.30pm, for those who wish to stay. You are welcome to bring a packed lunch, or other food, if you prefer.

This event is for local WCCM meditators and group members. However, we hope you will invite friends interested in meditation to the afternoon event which follows.

Fr Laurence will give the second talk in the Cathedral at 2.15pm.

This talk, Sources of Wisdom in "A World Gone Mad", is open to the general public.

Registration for both events is free. You need to register separately for each event.

There is a suggested donation on the day, to cover expenses, if you can.

£10 for one event. £15 if attending both. Students - no donation required

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are my transport / parking options for getting to and from the event?

There is a large car park under the cathedral – entrance in Worcester Road, off Pembroke Road. Number 8 bus from Temple Meads Station stops nearby and runs every 10 minutes.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

If you bring a copy of your registration (phone or paper) it will reduce the time for checking in

Is there disabled access?

Yes. Please check the box when registering. Please also contact Roger Layet either by email: roger.layet@btinternet.com or by telephone 01275 463727.

I have dietary restrictions. How can I find out about lunch?

You will be able to let us know about this when you book your ticket.

How can I book for the afternoon talk

You can book via Eventbrite. Go to https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sources-of-wisdom-in-a-world-gone-mad-tickets-88966123069

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Contact Roger Layet. By email: roger.layet@btinternet.com or by telephone 01275 463727