Create Community by Starting a Reading Group
Have you thought about starting your own Nouwen reading group in your home, parish hall or library? Are you looking to meet and gather with others on the journey who live in your city or town? Post a comment here if you’d like to connect with fellow Nouwen readers in your area who may wish to meet for a book discussion. Providing your email address would be helpful.
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July 15th, 2010 @ 9:05 am
Hi Nileve,
There is indeed a Henri Nouwen Society in The Netherlands, started by Henri’s brother Laurent Nouwen. Please see www.nouwen.org. Laurent would be pleased to hear from you.
Blessings,
Maureen Wright
Resource Coordinator
Henri Nouwen Society
July 15th, 2010 @ 7:56 am
Hi from Amsterdam the Netherlands. Wondering if there might be some Dutch people who are interested in starting a group in or around Amsterdam….?
Btw; is there a Dutch Henri Nouwen site as well? If not, there should be:).
Blessings, Nileve
May 27th, 2010 @ 8:18 am
Dear Donna,
Many thanks for your comments and question. There are several “open to the public” Nouwen reading groups in California but not sure if they are close to your home. You can see details at: http://www.henrinouwen.org/programs/readinggroups/groups/.
We offer free resources to help you start your own group if this is something you might wish to consider. Information can be found on our reading group pages or you can call me toll free at 1-866-226-2158 x110. I would be happy to chat with you about starting a Nouwen reading group.
Blessings,
Maureen
May 26th, 2010 @ 5:32 pm
Hi,
I recently started reading Here and Now and found myself reading and rereading dfferent chapters and pages of the book as they serve as good reminders and reflections to my day to day decisons and living. I am now readng Way of the Heart as well.
Is there a reading group in San Mateo, CA or in the San Francisco - Peninsula area?
Donna
March 2nd, 2010 @ 1:32 pm
Dear Anna,
Thank you for your interest in Nouwen reading groups. There was a Nouwen reading group in Sudbury, Suffolk last year. Not sure how close that is to London but you can contact the group leader, Fr. Eoin at +44 178 727 7850. He may be looking to start another discussion.
I am also pleased to tell you that the launch of the Henri Nouwen Society UK is scheduled to take place on May 17th, 2010 at the London Centre for Spirituality. You can read about it in the news section (press releases) on www.HenriNouwen.org. You can contact them about reading groups as well.
Blessings,
Maureen
Resource Coordinator
Henri Nouwen Society
March 2nd, 2010 @ 12:24 pm
Dear Henri Nouwen fans,
Is there maybe a reading/prayer group in London? (UK)
Best,
Anna
November 24th, 2009 @ 8:41 am
Hi Martin,
There’s a reading group starting up at St. Peter’s by the Sea in San Diego. They are discussing “With Open Hands”. Please contact Pastor Karen Marohn for more information: 619-224-2894, pastor@stpetersbythesea.org.
Blessings,
Maureen Wright
Henri Nouwen Society
November 23rd, 2009 @ 3:57 pm
Are there any reading groups in the San Diego area?
September 14th, 2009 @ 11:32 am
My name is Julie, and I would like to know if there is an existing Nouwen reading group here in Hilton Head Isl., SC. My husband and I are inspired readers of Henri and would even be willing to help organize a group if necessary.
August 24th, 2009 @ 11:56 am
I would love to start a reading group in the Columbus, OH area. Anyone out there?
August 14th, 2009 @ 9:24 am
I would love to start a reading group in the Haverhill, MA areaa of Massachusetts. I work with the L’Arche community in Haverhill and we have a deep connection to Henri’s work and message.
Peace,
Pam
August 13th, 2009 @ 7:26 pm
Hey, I just would like to be in community with people with a contemplative heart in Elgin, IL. I really need it. It’s hard when no one around me is contemplative. If there is any out there let me know! My email address is storiesmusic@gmail.com
Thanks and Blessings,
Luis
July 31st, 2009 @ 11:28 pm
I would like to join a group in Peoria, Il. Let’s do it.
July 5th, 2009 @ 6:09 pm
New in Lynchburg, VA. Anyone interested in forming a discussion group? Haven’t read much Nouwen, interested in others’ thoughts.
January 27th, 2009 @ 7:43 pm
I would like to start (or join) a group. I live in Scarborough, Toronto, Canada. Please e-mail me at enohlee@gmail.com We will then decide where and when to begin our group.
It is worth to invest some time and energy in sharing our life experiences through Henri Nouwen’s inspiring books. And support each other in the group.
December 14th, 2008 @ 12:30 pm
I have been reading Nouwen for about two months. Life of the Beloved and Prodigal Son are the 2 titles that I have read and I finish them and start over again, finding more each time.
I am in Raleigh, NC. I would be interested in joining and started a reading group. I have been active in 12 Step groups for a quarter of a century. I find that
Nouwen and 12 Step Recovery to be complementary and has helped me in the spiritual aspect of the 12 Step programs, In fact, it has helped me make sense of what God is after an almost lifelong intellectual wresting match with religion, Christianity and spirituality in 2 months.
The books are profound, easy to read and not exclusionary to non-Christians. Anyone in the Traingle area and especially Raleigh that knows of an existing group or wants to start a group please contact me by email or phone at 919-218-4327.
Thank you,
Bill Anderson
October 29th, 2008 @ 9:02 am
Is there anyone interested in starting a reading group in the Owensboro, Ky area? If so, please email me at mbwrona@comcast.net . Martha
September 24th, 2008 @ 1:24 pm
St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Viera, Florida: “Return of the Prodigal Son” five-session reading group begins Wednesday, October 8, 2:00 p.m. Leave message for Mary Ann at 321-637-9650 for information.
September 14th, 2008 @ 10:28 pm
Reading Group to start on Tuesday September 23, 2008 at:
Saint Monica’s R.C. Church
17 North Pennsylvania Avenue
Atlantic City, New Jersey
609-553-6399
Discussion will begin at 4:30 pm and will focus on Life of The Beloved, facilitated by George Collins. All are welcome!
September 4th, 2008 @ 4:03 pm
Looking for Nouwen book group in the Phoenix, AZ area.
Contact me at email address: msheehan6@cox.net THANKS
September 3rd, 2008 @ 3:40 pm
Any interest in the Henderson, KY, Evansville, IN area in forming a reading group? If so, please contact me at huffe56@hotmail.com Thanks. -ed
August 30th, 2008 @ 11:24 pm
September 16, 2008 will begin a six week reading group with focus on The Life of The Beloved.
Tuesdays 4:00 P.P
Saint Monica’s Roman Catholic Church
108 North Pennsylvania Avenue
Atlantic City, New Jersey
George Collins, Facilitator
609-289-8108 gmcoll01@live.com
July 20th, 2008 @ 12:18 am
Hello, I live in Cookeville TN and I would love to start a reading group with some of the books of Henry Nouwen. Right now I am reading Spiritual Direction and as always and excellent book full of great thoughts and greater understanding about the grace and love of Christ. Please let me know if someone is interested!!!
Looking forward to hear from someone!!!
May 29th, 2008 @ 12:07 pm
Hi,
I am interested in starting a group on In The Name of Jesus - Reflections on Christian Leadership. I would like the group to be telephone-based. I have a conference bridge and I am used to conducting and facilitating meetings over the phone. Due to various work and life commitments, a phone based meeting will work better for me.
Anyone interested, please email me at nancy@successandimpact.com
Thanks,
Nancy
May 25th, 2008 @ 1:04 pm
I live in the Baltimore area and would be interested in starting a group. Please email me at mcgilloway@comcast.net
May 25th, 2008 @ 10:25 am
I live in the Baltimore area and would be interested in becoming a part of this group. How far are you from Baltimore?
May 20th, 2008 @ 11:00 am
I’m interested in starting a reading group in Portland, Oregon. Please e-mail me at mhfinch@msn.com.
April 1st, 2008 @ 1:20 pm
i’d like to start a reading group in miami beach, florida..pls email me at derb19@aol.com
if interested.
February 21st, 2008 @ 10:52 am
Anyone in the Capital Dsitrict area (Albany/Schenectady/Troy) of upstate New York interested in starting a study group?
February 7th, 2008 @ 10:44 am
I LIVE OUTSIDE OF PHILADELPHIA IN MALVERN. HENRI IS AMAZING.HE HAS TAUGHT ME NOT TO BE ASHAMED OF MY BROKENESS. IT WOULD REALLY ENRICH MY LIFE TO BE ABLE TO SHARE HIS WRITINGS WITH OTHERS.
January 17th, 2008 @ 12:15 am
hi… I would like to be part of this group because I would like to share Nouwen to other… I am Anthony Orencio come from Philippines… as a pustulant religious group.. I am willing to have a group or to make a group… please help me… or anyone willing to help me or give me advise what is my first action.
November 28th, 2007 @ 12:07 pm
I love, love, love Heni Nouwen! I just started reading his books and would really like to start/join a reading group in the Grand Rapids, MI area.
Anyone out there interested?
September 4th, 2007 @ 5:52 pm
I would like to begin a group, if there isn’t one already started, in the Denver metro area. I actually live in Arapahoe County, but the metro area would work also. My recent read was Finding My Way Home….and that’s why I am interested in a group….to find my own way home. peace, susan
August 10th, 2007 @ 11:46 am
Hi NY MetroReaders,
I hope to start(or join) a group this Fall. I live in Queens, a 30″ ride on the E or F train, except when we have heavy rain flood the subway tracks and are forced to bus ourselves! Anyone game??
July 15th, 2007 @ 11:46 am
Anyone in Fairbanks, Alaska interested in a reading group?
June 29th, 2007 @ 2:36 pm
I live in the Phoenix Metro area in Arizona - would be interested in a Nouwen Reading Group in the area-
my zip code is 85051. Thx
February 11th, 2007 @ 6:44 am
I’m in the San Francisco (Contra Costa) area, and I would very much like to know of a Nouwen reading group anywhere in the bay area. Seems like each of his books that I read ends up being my favorite. Those would include The Return of The Prodigal Son and Turn My Mourning Into Dancing both of which I am presently reading.
Peace, Will
February 5th, 2007 @ 2:15 pm
I live in Louisville, KY and would enjoy hosting a Nouwen reading group. We will meet and choose which book we want to discuss first. I’ll make bread for the first meeting!
Ed
January 31st, 2007 @ 1:10 pm
I am in San Diego and would love to have a reading group. One of my favorites is Reaching Out, but if the group has a preference to start with something else, that’s fine.
November 26th, 2006 @ 8:45 pm
Hi my name is Bardgette,
I have several of Henri’s books, but one of my favorites, is The way of the Heart. I would love to start a reading group with this book! Please let me know if you are interested.
Love and grace…
Bardgette(a.k.a - B)
October 28th, 2006 @ 6:36 pm
Have been thinking about a discussion group - have really enjoyed the on-line blog. My wife and I are taking the HERE AND NOW book as a daily devotional. I’m in Valparais (NW) Indiana if there are others in the area that would be interested in a discussion group.
October 23rd, 2006 @ 4:59 pm
Just read comments by Lorin and Al. I too am interested in a reading group in NYC. I am fairly new to Nouwen, having just discovered his wirtings about a year ago. Please let me know if others are interested!
October 6th, 2006 @ 4:06 pm
I’m in the tri-state area and am looking for a reading group in NYC or the surrounding area.
September 18th, 2006 @ 9:05 pm
Greetings from Peoria, IL.
I’m interested in a Nouwen reading group in the Peoria area. Moved here a couple of years ago to work for a certain heavy equipment manufacturer. I’m not too far from Springfield, but being married with two young kids, I’d rather keep things closer to home.
I was introduced to Nouwen’s writings in 1993 through Inter Varsity in southern California, when many of us read and were floored by Compassion. I attended seminary in Chicago and read Reaching Out with my advisee group. Wonderful ideas that I did very little with. Eight years later I rediscovered Nouwen via, believe it or not, Mr. Rogers. Recognizing in my own pinched, fitful, impoverished, so-called hospitality the result of my own lack of a healthy solitude - and spurred on by the mess this has made of much of my life - I’m returning to Nouwen’s work with a determination to actually Do Something With It. I can think of few better guides in this process. And I welcome any who are walking this road to explore it with me.
I plan to start with rereading Reaching Out, but am open to other suggestions.
Regards,
Dave
September 6th, 2006 @ 4:27 pm
i would like to know if there is a reading/ discussion group in new york city.
August 21st, 2006 @ 4:39 pm
I would love to see a readers group in the York/Fort Mill/Rock Hill area of South Carolina…
August 19th, 2006 @ 2:23 pm
I would love to see a group develop in the Houston/Katy, Texas area, if there is enough interest to generate one.