Mike Farley's Page

About Me:

Franciscan, ex-dairy herdsman, musician, writer and contemplative based in the south-west of the UK. Married to Jan. 2 grown-up daughters, Maya and Carly; 1 grandson, Tommy; 2 cats, Figgy and Lulu.

Amida Membership

Would like to be a member

Faith Background & Affiliation

Christian (Anglican Franciscan) with strong interest in Buddhism

Occupation or Primary Activity

Church Worker

Involvement in Spirituality/Religion

I'm a Franciscan Tertiary; I have practised the Jesus Prayer for many years, and have long been a student of Buddhist writings. I am a Lay Pastoral Assistant at my home church, and I maintain a website and blog dedicated to the contemplative path.

What is your interest in Amida Trust

I was extraordinarily moved by reading Dharmavidya's "Summary of Faith and Practice" and determined to find out more. I had first heard of Pure Land Buddhism when I read DT Suzuki's Mysticism Christian and Buddhist many years ago, but somehow didn't have the impulse to follow it up. Probably at that age the idea of a way of humility and foolishness didn't appeal!

What country are you living in?

United Kingdom

What is the nearest town to where you live? If in UK, please give first half of your postcode. Thank you.

Bournemouth

Are you a member of an Amida group/Congregation

not at the moment

Have you visited

None of these

What can you offer to other members of this network?

What other interests do you have, eg Arts, Gardening and so on.

Music, poetry, typography and graphic design, web design, vegetarian cookery.

Website:

http://themercyblog.blogspot.com/