Currently Posted Recordings

This page provides a list of all recordings that are currently posted on this website.  Clicking / tapping on the recording title will take you directly to the page for that recording. All recordings are posted with permission and under a license from the Estate of Joel S. Goldsmith.

Five types of recordings are regularly posted on this site: 

1.  Recordings related to the current study program.
2.  Recordings still posted from a previous study program (if any).
3.  A monthly recording that relates to the practice of World Work.
4. “Meditations with Joel,” which provide an opportunity to have a contemplative meditation with Joel.  (New on March 22, 2025)
5.  Recording excerpts that provide an introduction to The Infinite Way.

In addition, from time to time, we post a recording from a special session, such as a holiday session or a fifth Saturday session.  

Current Study Program:  1962 Manchester Closed Class

For Session 1: “The World Is New”

Recording 491A, “The World Is New,” from the 1962 Manchester Closed Class (available through September 6, 2025)

This recording is the basis for Chapter 2, “First Steps on the Path of Discipleship,” in Living the Illumined Life. 

For Session 2: “The New Man”

Recording 491B, “The New Man,” from the 1962 Manchester Closed Class (available through September 6, 2025)

This recording is one of two sources for Chapter 5, “Putting Off the Old Man and Rebirth,” in Living the Illumined Life. 

World Work Recording for June 2025

Each month, we post a recording that relates to World Work, a practice that Joel recommended for students who wish to participate.

Recording 155A, “Three Daily Meditations – Realized Consciousness,” from the 1956 Barbizon Plaza Private Class for “25.” (available through June 30, 2025)

This class was not used as source material for any book.

To listen to the recording by telephone, call 1-641-715-3900 and enter 828754#.

Meditations with Joel

These recordings are classes and/or excerpts from classes in which Joel leads students in contemplative meditation. Each selection focuses on a specific aspect of spiritual living. The recordings can be helpful when you need support with meditation or simply want to “meditate with Joel.” 

Currently, nine recordings or excerpts from recordings are posted. All recordings are on one page and can be accessed here. 

Introduction to The Infinite Way: Audio Excerpts from Joel’s Classes

In  these selected excerpts, Joel talks about various aspects of the Infinite Way message.  Each excerpt focuses on a key principle, practice, or other topic of interest to those who want to learn about Joel’s teaching.  These recordings are always available. 

1. Joel speaks about the nature of God (16 minutes)

2. Joel speaks about the nature of individual being (5 minutes)

3. Joel speaks about the nature of error, or evil (15 minutes)

4. Joel speaks about the nature of prayer (10 minutes)

5. Joel speaks about the meaning of “The Christ” (9 minutes)

6. Joel speaks about the practice of meditation (18 minutes)

7. Joel speaks about spiritual healing (13 minutes)

8. Joel speaks about supply (13 minutes)