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When Nouwen was asked, "What do you mean by the spiritual life?," he wrote this simple yet profound response. He introduces you to the practices of prayer, contemplative solitude, and living in Christian community. If you desire to move deeper into God's kingdom, you'll find this classic a wonderful companion for your spiritual journey. 96 pages, hardcover from HarperCollins.
Title: Making All Things New By: Henri J.M. Nouwen Format: Hardcover Number of Pages: 96 Vendor: HarperOne Publication Date: 1981 | Dimensions: 7.37 X 5.50 (inches) Weight: 6 ounces ISBN: 006066326X ISBN-13: 9780060663261 Stock No: WW6326X |
Henri J. M. Nouwen (1932–1996) was the author of The Return of the Prodigal Son and many other bestsellers. He taught at Harvard, Yale, and Notre Dame universities before becoming the pastor of L’Arche Daybreak near Toronto, Canada, a community where people with and without intellectual disabilities assist each other and create a home together.
A fine introduction to the spiritual life. — National Catholic Reporter
In this quietly written call to follow the way of Christian spirituality, Nouwen emphasizes the necessity for a personal program of contemplative solitude and for the individuals involvement in a community of like-seeking Christians. — Booklist
Praise for Henri J. M. Nouwen: Nouwen skillfully blends his knowledge of psychological growth with the great Christian traditions of spiritual development. — Commonweal
[Henri Nouwen] offers faith in plain speech, solid nourishment for the soul. — Kathleen Norris, author of The Cloister Walk
An invitation to the peace of mind and all-embracing love that is called the Holy Spirit. — The Lutheran
In this little book, Nouwen urges us the one thing necessary: a total, fearless listening to the Father. — The Living Church
It so clearly and beautifully lets us know where, and when, and what kind of event is the spiritual life. — The Presbyterian Outlook
An instructive and gentle book. Henri Nouwen does more than tell us that solitude and community are essential for the spiritual life. His words impart a spirit that will better enable his readers to provide themselves with these seemingly contradictory necessities. — Elizabeth O'Connor, author of Journey Inward, Journey Outward
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