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  • Lonesome Me

    Lonesome Me
    Jul 18 2025

    This week I talk about a lonesome mood that mantles our old age. And how we cross the bridge of tears alone at the end of life. It's a sombre meditation. But fuelled by the sense of love that exists in old age. Listen in quietude and find in the dark clouds the flickering of light.


    So.....sharing three meditations in this episode. Two of them focus on love between elderly couples. The final one is about the lonesome path towards death. That final one is a solitary journey no matter how much we are loved. It's a bridge we cross alone, leaving loved ones behind. But maybe that final bridge is a journey into something beautiful, a relationship of so much love that we can't comprehend it on this side of the bridge.

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    54 min
  • My Garden on a sunny morning in July

    My Garden on a sunny morning in July
    Jul 11 2025

    You know it was so lovely this morning at 7am that I sat down to do the podcast with the intention of just talking about the Garden outside my window. But of course like always I ended up talking about how the invisible is made visible, and how the Garden is a love story.

    I hope you enjoy. And if you're listening to this for free, you are welcome, but please consider going to Patreon.com/micahelharding and subscribing; it will help me keep the podcast going. Thank you.

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    57 min
  • Forgiveness

    Forgiveness
    Jul 4 2025
    Such a radical idea! Yes. And in every religious tradition it comes up as the swift path to enlightenment. Let's have a look at it.

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    53 min
  • John the Forerunner; a short poem

    John the Forerunner; a short poem
    Jul 3 2025
    A short poem like meditation I did at the weekend. IT's a kind of dream landscape. Hope you like it. More of this coming at the weekend.

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    6 min
  • In the Shadow of your Room

    In the Shadow of your Room
    Jun 27 2025
    So I got some really good feedback on the past three weeks so I thought I'd continue on the same subject for another week or so. Here I'm taking about two great dudes from the time of the early church. A guy called Origin, and a guy called John Chrysostom. What these early theologians say about things like the Trinity is a key to getting inside the Christian path of faith and a lot of people don't really discover them. So here is some of my humble take on all that; just remember I'm no scholar. I'm just trying to express faith as I experience it. And at the end of the day, I offer you the riches of the religious path not because of some substantial truth that I have the keys to, but simply because in my experience it's a great psychotherapy, and a super good pathway for a healthy mind. If you come up against some difficult ideas, just don't give up or stumble. Listen slowly and savour the idea and it will sink into your heart. Be well.

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    49 min
  • You're here I'm here, so it must be Friday

    You're here I'm here, so it must be Friday
    Jun 20 2025
    Join us on Faith Woven: Threads of Wisdom, a weekly podcast where writer Michael harding shares his personal journey through faith, drawing from the rich tapestries of Christian and Tibetan Buddhist traditions. Each episode weaves together timeless reflections, sacred stories, and insights from his own writings to inspire listeners to explore faith within their own spiritual paths. With warmth and curiosity, [Michael delves into the universal truths found in these traditions—whether it’s the contemplative depth of Orthodoxy, the communal heart of Catholicism, or the meditative clarity of Tibetan Buddhism. This podcast isn’t about conversion; it’s about connection, inviting you to reflect on your beliefs through the lens of diverse wisdom. From ancient liturgies to modern mindfulness, Faith Woven offers a space to pause, ponder, and grow. Perfect for spiritual seekers, avid readers, and those curious about the intersections of faith, this podcast blends storytelling, scripture, and personal anecdotes to illuminate the beauty of belief. Tune in weekly to discover how faith, in all its forms, can light the way to a deeper, more meaningful life. PLEASE SUBSCRIBE FOR WEEKLY EPISODES ON PATREON.COM/HARDINGMICHAEL

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    45 min
  • A room with a Candle

    A room with a Candle
    Jun 13 2025

    So someone wanted me to talk about the Holy Trinity. And someone wanted me to talk about the Agnostic. But strange as it may seem these two can be linked as complimentary. So here is a very unusual meditation, be prepared to imagine yourself in a room with a candle and we will contemplate all the mysteries.


    And just a reminder. if you are not a subscriber, please please go to Patreon.com and subscribe for about €6 a month so I can keep doing this. If I don't get some more subscribers soon I'll be off air. Please help if you can. Thank you.

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    1 h
  • Pentacost Part 3

    Pentacost Part 3
    Jun 11 2025
    I promised two extra podcasts this week so here is the final one. yes I'm two days late, I meant to get it dropped by Sunday last, but no matter. it's here. My final take on Pentacost. Lots to talk about here; my granny, and love, and how we are all brothers and sisters. Sometimes I forget the nuances of love in every christian feast day and then I talk about it and realise that the dynamic of faith in life is not just good for mental health but maybe very necessary for keeping sane and happy in a world of so much anger. Take care. Be blessed. And we'll talk next week end again.

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    55 min