Description: Spiritual Formation by Henri Nouwen Spiritual formation, I have come to believe, is not about steps or stages on the way to perfection. Its about the movements from the mind to the heart through prayer in its many forms that reunite us with God, each other, and our truest selves. Henri Nouwen, from the introduction FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Spiritual formation, I have come to believe, is not about steps or stages on the way to perfection. Its about the movements from the mind to the heart through prayer in its many forms that reunite us with God, each other, and our truest selves.Henri Nouwen, from the introductionHenri Nouwen, beloved author, priest and spiritual guide, counseled many people during his lifetime, but his principles of spiritual formation were never written down. Now, Michael Christensen, one of Nouwens longtime students, and Rebecca Laird have taken his famous course in spiritual formation and supplemented it with his unpublished writings to reveal Nouwens sage advice on how to live out the five classic stages of spiritual development.I always knew I was in the presence of a spiritual master when I was with Henri Nouwen. Here are some simple, wise words that will allow the master to continue to teach.Richard Rohr, author of The Divine DanceOne of the books many strengths is its integration of an area especially important to Nouwen, the contemplation of icons and other works of art – visio divina – in order to behold the beauty of the Lord.Jim Forest, author of Praying with Icons and The Road to Emmaus Notes Showcases Nouwens lifelong effort to reconstruct the five classical stages of spiritual developments as movements in the journey of faith. Author Biography HENRI NOUWEN (1932–1996) is the author of Reaching Out, The Wounded Healer, Making All Things New and many other spiritual classics. He taught psychology and pastoral theology at Notre Dame, Yale and Harvard universities before becoming senior pastor of LArche Daybreak in Toronto, Canada, a community where men and women with mental disabilities and their assistants create a home for one another.Michael J. Christensen, Ph.D., is National Director of Communities of Shalom at Drew University, New Jersey, where he teaches spirituality and practical theology. He studied with Henri Nouwen at Yale Divinity School.Rebecca Laird, M.A., D. Min., is director of ministerial formation at Drew University, New Jersey, where she teaches spiritual formation and Christian ministry. Review I always knew I was in the presence of a spiritual master when I was with Henri Nouwen. Here are some simple, wise words that will allow the master to continue to teach. -- Richard Rohr, author of The Divine DanceOne of the books many strengths is its integration of an area especially important to Nouwen, the contemplation of icons and other works of art – visio divina – in order to behold the beauty of the Lord. -- Jim Forest, author of Praying with Icons and The Road to EmmausNouwens gift is rooted in his own self-awareness, which is combined with a faith that locates God in the heart. So he writes with great gentleness, drawing on stories, visual meditation, and personal expereince, to prompt inner reflection that will act as a spur to outward transformation. * Church Times *Fr Henri Nouwen . . . made a huge contribution in the area of Christian spirituality . . . [This book] reveals a sharp and original mind, open to work of the Holy Spirit. Its a pity he died so young. * New Directions * Details ISBN0281064210 Pages 192 Year 2011 ISBN-10 0281064210 ISBN-13 9780281064212 Format Paperback Media Book Short Title SPIRITUAL FORMATION Language English Imprint SPCK Publishing Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Illustrations full colour plate section DEWEY 248.2 Author Henri Nouwen Publication Date 2011-04-01 UK Release Date 2011-04-01 Translated from English AU Release Date 2011-04-01 NZ Release Date 2011-04-01 Subtitle Following The Movements Of The Spirit Publisher SPCK Publishing Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:159443152;
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Book Title: Spiritual Formation: Following the Movements of the Spirit
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Author: Henri Nouwen
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