Our Second Birth

Christian Reflections on Death & New Life

Drawing on Nouwen’s final journal Sabbatical Journey, Our Second Birth reflects on the meaning of our experiences and relationships, and invites us to awaken to the sacredness of life and the love of God.

Nouwen’s thoughts and perceptions unfold as we learn about the friendships and events that he cared about, and provides a window on the humble yet influential soul that has had such a huge impact on those who wanting to enrich their spiritual lives.

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Our Second Birth recounts the interactions and reflections of Nouwen’s last year of life right up to a month before his unexpected death.

In his sabbatical year Nouwen relinquished worldly relevance to seek a quiet communion with God. He left his job at Daybreak where he had lived for nine years, to open up his time to an uncluttered connection with the divine.

Themes: Spiritual Life, Friendship, Henri Nouwen

Crossroad, 2006

Praise for "Our Second Birth"

"Great book for personal spiritual growth and reflection. Deals with grief if you are mourning the loss of a loved one." -Rob

"Nouwen’s journal entries are introspective, and he frequently returns to the topics of the importance of friendship and community, life, death, and spirituality." -Matt

"This is the first of Nouwen’s books that I have read, and I have found him to be inspiring. His approach to spirituality is simple and accessible." -Sharon