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In Part One of Henri Nouwen at the Crystal Cathedral in 1992, Henri addresses the central questions – Who am I? Am I - what I have, what I do, or, what others say about me?
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Author and Minister - Marjorie Thompson talks intimately and honestly about the challenging role caregivers face in the midst of this pandemic, and share's the wisdom of Henri Nouwen.
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Honest, witty, controversial and profound - New York Times Best-Selling author Father James Martin joins host Karen Pascal in this engaging episode.
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Best-selling author Anne Lamott champions radical hope in the face of the unprecedented challenges brought on by COVID-19.
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Archivist - Gabrielle Earnshaw sheds light on the life experiences that influenced Nouwen’s writing in her new book "Henri Nouwen and The Return of the Prodigal Son: The Making of a Spiritual Classic."
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Robert Jonas shares how this friendship with Henri, and his own exploration in both the Christian and Buddhist faith traditions have inspired his work in contemplation, creativity and nature conservation.
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Nurse and author of the new book "Healthy Caregiving - Perspectives for Caring Professionals," Michelle O’Rourke shares Henri's practical advice on how to navigate the difficult time caregivers find themselves in.
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What Henri Nouwen can offer us in the midst of this pandemic? Author and Nouwen Archivist - Gabrielle Earnshaw shares the answers she has found in The Return of the Prodigal Son.
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A timely and engaging interview with John Dear - a peace activist jailed more than 80 times, Nobel Peace Prize nominee, author, and good friend of Henri Nouwen's.
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Best-selling author and activist - Parker J. Palmer, shares stories about his friendship with Henri and insights from his new book "On the Brink of Everything."
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In this powerful message Henri Nouwen gave in 1985 at Harvard, about how to practice the presence of God empowered by the Holy Spirit, Henri affirms that God is with us in the midst of our pain and our fears.
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From a spiritual retreat led by Sister Sue Mosteller and Joe Egan, it features two talks inspired by Nouwen’s meditations on the depth of God's compassion to welcome us home.
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