The Heart Of Henri Nouwen: His Words Of Blessing

Edited by Rebecca Laird & Michael J. Christensen (Crossroad, 2003, p.207)

With a sensitive painted cover portrait of Nouwen in imitation of the style of his beloved Van Gogh, the compilers offer us a collection of quotes focusing on the theme of the HEART, prevalent throughout the writings of Nouwen. As close friends of his, the editors offer penetrating insights into Nouwen’s writings from their unique perspective as "insiders." We find Nouwen not on stage, but in the living room of his friends, surrounded by children who ask questions that would challenge even the most sophisticated of Ph.D’s or other highly lettered literati. Throughout the book, Nouwen is up to the challenge with an offering to charm not only children, but even those of us jaded by the deteriorating wear of years and over exposure to ritual without heart.

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