Episodes

  • 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 mins
  • 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 hr
  • 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 mins
  • The cosmos is just one thing and time and moment. it's happening here and now.

    The cosmos is just one thing and time and moment. it's happening here and now.
    Jun 6 2025
    The cosmos is just here now I this moment. That's it. The entire 14billion years is in the click of your fingers. And the end is the beginning and the beginning is the ending. And it happens in every second of time. the entire thing from beginning to end happens now. And always now. And so if we take the Christian story we begin to see how it works as a meditation. We fall into a state of contemplation. It's not about understanding anything and certainly not God. Because there is no god, there is no understanding possible, and there is only this present moment here and now and one very useful handle on it is to tell ourselves the remarkable story of the man who became god because the god became man.

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    54 mins
  • Buddha or Holy Spirit

    Buddha or Holy Spirit
    Jun 6 2025

    This five years of podcasting has been a journey. in the beginning I didn't know where it was going. It's also a story. The story of my faith adventure. And this weekend I'd like to share a lovely focus on what we used to call Pentacost. So here is part one, which I hope you like. A kind of introduction. And this evening or in the morning I'll drop the second part, a reflection on those simple and amazing words; I believe in God. Which I translate as - I am aware of God, when the cosmos sits down beside me.

    And on Sunday evening I'll send out the final third part of this meditation to celebrate the great wonders of faith as a very useful strategy for wellness and well being. Enjoy. This is part one. Part Two later today. Part Three on Sunday.

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    29 mins
  • Hanging out with old friends Teresa and John for the Ascension

    Hanging out with old friends Teresa and John for the Ascension
    May 30 2025
    This is my final song about the ancient and magical feast of Ascension. Try it out.

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    57 mins
  • Entangling the Heart

    Entangling the Heart
    May 24 2025
    Was listening to Bono on the radio this morning speaking eloquently about his father, himself as a father, and the Father in heaven. And here is my take on the path; from illness to bliss, and using conventional practices to get find the way. You know when I'm sharing these podcasts I'm not trying to say anything intelligent. I'm just sharing who I am. Cos there is this unnameable secret in us all, this yearning for the awesome mystery at the heart of the world and we're all just trying to get there. So sharing this is like what a story teller should be doing, if this is the story; and this IS the story.

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    1 hr
  • WE are all friends

    WE are all friends
    May 16 2025
    Rushing this on a warm evening in Ennis where I'm on stage having a great time with book. But here is a bit of joy for May 16th. Blessings.

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    1 hr