Many of us who are regular intercessors, meditators and intention holders instinctively know the importance of silence for this work. However, probably few of us may really appreciate just how critical silence is, nor have a sense of its power and true nature, even if we know that to rest in the space of silence goes far beyond simply stilling ourselves and detaching from the busyness of what goes on outside.
Few people may have such a clear understanding of what silence is as our beautiful guest today, Andō, who is a living testament of a life dedicated to its mystery and healing power. Her remarkable life is one of full commitment to trusting in divine provision, spending many years living in retreat in Portugal, where her understanding of the nature of silence and connection with nature was truly experiential.
— Clive Johnson, of the Impact podcast.
Today the first of a two part conversation between myself and Clive Johnson of the Impact podcast goes live. Recorded just a couple of weeks ago, we explored themes of prayer and contemplation, in relation to silence as I share it.
Exploring the healing power of silence with Andō. Part one of a two part conversation with Andō. Available from 21:00 BST/UTC+1 today, on the Impact podcast.
Part two of our conversation will be released at the same time on Tuesday 8 April. I’ll share a reminder here.
I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did.
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Words by Andō &Clive Johnson.
Image of Andō by Andō, taken in a woodcutter’s ruin in the forest, Alentejo, Portugal.
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