Welcome to the Commune Podcast.

My name is Jeff Krasnow.

As we mark six years of the Commian podcast,

we are republishing our most popular interviews

with teachers who now have full-length courses

on the commune course platform.

This interview from 2019 is with Reverend Michael B. Beckwith, founder and spiritual director

of the Agape International Spiritual Center in Los Angeles.

Michael has been giving two sermons every Sunday for over 33 years.

Going to Agape is really just an amazing experience.

First, there is music, a killer live band,

and probably the most diverse gospel choir in the world. There are always a variety of

special guests, spiritual luminaries, and of course Reverend Michael, one of the most prolific

and articulate orators you will ever hear. All I can say is go to Agape and experience it. Michael provides a community and really just a home for many

lost and wandering souls. He is also a meditator and a meditation teacher. And part of his role as

leader of the Agape congregation is to help people help themselves,

teaching people vital skills to overcome life's inevitable obstacles. So today I talk with Michael

about how to cope with loss, grief, loneliness, and stress. Please listen closely. There is divine wisdom in Michael's words. And if you like what

you hear in today's interview, Reverend Beckwith also has two full-length programs on commune,

meditations for life's challenges, and practical mysticism, both of which include lessons and meditations to help you

live your highest purpose here on Earth right now. And you can watch these courses for free

with a 14-day trial of commune membership. Just go to onecom slash trial to sign up for free.

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