Henri Nouwen's Greatest Legacy, now in paperback with new reflection guide.
This spiritual classic began as a simple requests from one friend to another. Fred Bratman, a secular journalist and writer, asked friend and renowned author Henri Nouwen to write a book explaining the spiritual life in terms that he and his friends could understand, avoiding theology and technical language. Nouwen's answer has become one of the most cherished books of our era. " All I want to say to you is, 'You are the Beloved."
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
Prologue: A Friendship Begins
Being the Beloved
Becoming the Beloved
- Taken
- Blessed
- Broken
- Given
Living as the Beloved
Epilogue: A Friendship Deepens
Guide for Reflection
ENDORSEMENTS:
Nouwen's prose is refreshingly straightforward and jargon-free....For those unfamiliar with his work, this latest volume is a wonderful place to begin. For others who have benefited from Nouwen's insights, Life of the Beloved will be welcomed as yet another significant achievement." - Circuit Rider.
Gentle and searching. This Crossroad book is a spiritual primer for anyone seeking God. - The Other Side.
An engaging, highly practical book about the spiritual life. Powerful. - Whisperings.