
Charles Posnett (In Memoriam): a message by Laurence Freeman
Dear Friends, As I landed in Canada, I learned the sad news that Charles Posnett died peacefully yesterday. His wife
Director of The World Community for Christian Meditation
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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.
Dear Friends, As I landed in Canada, I learned the sad news that Charles Posnett died peacefully yesterday. His wife
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