Podcasts about Henri Nouwen

In this episode, Theo offers a deeply informed perspective on the conflict unfolding in the Great Lakes region of Africa. He unpacks the forces shaping the crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda's role in it, drawing connections between colonial legacies, economic interests, and the personal influence of political leaders.With the region still carrying the unhealed trauma of genocide and war, Theo reflects on what's truly at stake. What kind of leadership is needed to break the cycle of violence and chart a path toward healing, justice, and stability?In our conversation, Theo refers to the book The Wounded Healer by Henri Nouwen.Instagram: @at.the.coalfaceAnd don't forget to subscribe to At the Coalface for new episodes every two weeks.Help us produce more episodes by becoming a supporter. Your subscription will go towards paying our hosting and production costs. Supporters get the opportunity to join behind the scenes during recordings, updates about the podcast, and my deep gratitude!Support the show

Jeff got sick and couldn't put his socks on. Can we find not just humor, but deep joy and gratitude right there in our pain and loneliness? Socks or no socks, let's explore together.

Bruce's guest today is Sharon Ramsay. Sharon has worked as a registered psychotherapist and registered marriage and family therapist, helping individuals journey through unexpected experiences in different seasons of life. She also is a board member of the Henri Nouwen Society! Sharon and HNS ED Bruce Adema discuss Henri Nouwen's letter written to a Free Methodist Church gathering, and the letter echoes themes found in his book “The Wounded Healer.” In weakness there is strength, in woundedness there is healing, and in the gospel there is hope. ___________ Book Discussed: Love, Henri https://amzn.to/3fpnolF (US) https://amzn.to/2C2lqcD (Canada) The Wounded Healer https://amzn.to/2AGOrKz (US) https://amzn.to/3hdDkcr (Canada) ___________ SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: henrinouwen.org/donate/ * SIGN UP FOR FREE DAILY E-MEDITATIONS: henrinouwen.org/meditation/ * MORE FREE RESOURCES: henrinouwen.org/ * FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/henrinouwensociety/ TWITTER: twitter.com/nouwensociety FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/nouwensociety/ PINTEREST: www.pinterest.ca/henrinouwen/

In this episode, we dive into what it truly means to be an Easter People—those who live in the light of Christ's resurrection with joy, confidence, and freedom.Drawing from Henri Nouwen's Return of the Prodigal Son, we explore how many of us walk through life with a quiet sense of unworthiness, carrying low self-esteem instead of embracing the truth that we are deeply loved and fully redeemed. Easter isn't just a day—it's a way of life. And in that life, we're not called to grovel, but to rejoice.Let this episode lift your spirit and remind you: You are a beloved child of God, and the victory has already been won.

John is joined by Sam Eldredge, Stacia Littlefield, and Michelle Patterson to talk about how to overcome our stuck places. Discover the role pervasive shame plays in your stuckness, what it looks like to be "in process" as you move from stuck to unstuck, and the different ways to enter into and experience God's healing for your story.Show Notes: For more on upcoming Noble Workshops (including May, June, August, and November 2025), visit www.nobleworkshops.com/get-started. The books Sam references are My Father's Eyes, My Mother's Rage by Rose Brik and The Way of the Heart by Henri Nouwen. Sign up for John's weekly videos at https://wildatheart.org on the bottom of the page._______________________________________________There is more.Got a question you want answered on the podcast? Ask us at Questions@WildatHeart.orgSupport the mission or find more on our website: WildAtHeart.org  or on our app.Apple: Wild At Heart AppAndroid: Wild At Heart AppWatch on YouTubeThe stock music used in the Wild at Heart podcast is titled “When Laid to Rest” by Patrick Rundblad and available here.More pauses available in the One Minute Pause app for Apple iOS and Android.Apple: One Minute Pause AppAndroid: One Minute Pause App

Bruce's guest is Rev. Dr. Sam Lee. Sam is a co-lead pastor at Spring Garden, Baptist Church in Toronto. He has over 15 years of ministry experience with children and youth ministry. His dissertation focused on central role of spiritual identity in youth, integrating Henry Nouwen's book, The Life of the Beloved. Sam and HNS ED Bruce Adema discuss one of Henri Nouwen's letters that talks about the value of Church to those that are “spiritual but not religious.” Does the Church matter any more? ___________ Book Discussed: Love, Henri https://amzn.to/3fpnolF (US) https://amzn.to/2C2lqcD (Canada) The Life of the Beloved https://amzn.to/2Y22R0H (US) https://amzn.to/2MQX73m (Canada) ___________ SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: henrinouwen.org/donate/ * SIGN UP FOR FREE DAILY E-MEDITATIONS: henrinouwen.org/meditation/ * MORE FREE RESOURCES: henrinouwen.org/ * FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/henrinouwensociety/ TWITTER: twitter.com/nouwensociety FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/nouwensociety/ PINTEREST: www.pinterest.ca/henrinouwen/

Send us a textCourtney and Meghan are back with another week of The Return of the Prodigal Son by Henri Nouwen. This time, they're chatting all about the Father—his unconditional love and total sense of forgiveness. It's all about grace, compassion, and just being there for the people you love. Grab your coffee and join the convo—it's a good one! Abundantly Yours: Shop at abundantlyyours.org and follow her @abundantly.yours on Instagram. Use Code DAILYNOTHINGS for 20% off your order!Tan Books: You can shop at tanbooks.com and check them out on Instagram @tan_books. Daily Nothings listeners will receive 25% off their order with code DAILY25Support our podcast AND receive extra content by joining our Patreon for only $5 a month at https://www.patreon.com/TheDailyNothingsPodcast Thanks for listening to The Daily Nothings Podcast! Be sure to subscribe and leave a rate and review.

As we continue from our Lenten series, Pastor Chris explores the spiritual discipline of silence and its power to reconnect us with God, ourselves, and one another. Drawing from voices like Blaise Pascal, Henri Nouwen, Thomas Merton, and even a Buddhist monk, this sermon invites us to turn down the volume of our lives—externally and internally—and rediscover the presence of God in the quiet.

Reconciliation is a major theme in the New Testament. What does it look like in practice? Jesus' parable of the "prodigal son" helps us work out what we need to do to become reconcilers, rather than clinging to entitlement or resentment. In this sermon, Tim borrows heavily from Henri Nouwen to explore how to live in Gods' love, and how to rejoice when your children beat you at chess.Readings:Luke 15.1-3, 11-32 2 Corinthians 5.16-23

In this episode, Wendy and Sandy expand on Henri Nouwen's wisdom in his book, Aging: The Fulfillment of Life. Their conversation considers the opportunities and challenges for those in the third act of life in our current context. Sandy shares insights and reflections from her work in accompanying others through conscious aging. Sharing stories and reflections on death and dying round out this engaging episode. No matter your age, you will glean tidbits of wisdom for intentional self-reflection and heart-felt connection with the elders and wise sages around you. Sandy Reynolds is a speaker, writer, and coach dedicated to helping individuals live authentically. As the creator of Disappoint More People, she empowers others to break free from societal expectations. With an MA in Leadership and over 20 years of experience in leadership and coaching, she specializes in soul-centered aging, spirituality, and overcoming people-pleasing. A Certified Sage-ing Leader® and Death Doula in training, Sandy integrates wisdom, ritual, and personal growth into her work. www.sandyreynolds.com/ ___________ Book Discussed: Aging: The Fulfillment of Life amzn.to/2Y8i28C (US) amzn.to/30ToCSk (Canada) ___________ SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: henrinouwen.org/donate/ * SIGN UP FOR FREE DAILY E-MEDITATIONS: henrinouwen.org/meditation/ * MORE FREE RESOURCES: henrinouwen.org/ * FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/henrinouwensociety/ TWITTER: twitter.com/nouwensociety FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/nouwensociety/ PINTEREST: www.pinterest.ca/henrinouwen/

Send us a textCourt and Meghan continue along in the book study on The Return of the Prodigal Son. This week, they break down the powerful story of the Elder Son—the son that struggled with celebrating his brother's return home. His story is so relatable and the discussion here is such an amazing one. We hope you enjoy!The Catholic Nutritionist: Cycle Confidence Blueprint Link Use Code DAILYNOTHINGS for 10% off!  Journey with us this Lent with The Return of the Prodigal Son by Henri Nouwen! Get the book hereSupport our podcast AND receive extra content by joining our Patreon for only $5 a month at https://www.patreon.com/TheDailyNothingsPodcast Thanks for listening to The Daily Nothings Podcast! Be sure to subscribe and leave a rate and review.

This is such a great conversation! In this episode of She's Not Done Yet, I (Becky Berry) chat with Suzanne Maggio, author of “Estrellas: Moments of Illumination along the El Camino de Santiago,” about what she experienced on her first walk along the El Camino. Suzanne also hosts her own podcast, From Sparks to Light – Inspiring Stories for Challenging Times. Suzanne is a university lecturer in psychology, counseling and social work and comes from a large Italian family who didn't necessarily believe in asking for help. “Estrellas” is her second book. We had a powerful conversation about how she decided to embark on the walk, the people she met, and the myriad gifts she discovered along the way – including reconnecting with her husband. We also talked about one of my favorite coaching topics – expectations. Suzanne shares with us her experience in allowing the journey to remind her to appreciate the gift of the present moment, embracing and accepting how the days unfolded and the unique nature of the people you encounter along the way. One of my personal favorite parts of our conversation revolves around the work of Henri Nouwen, particularly his Five Lies of Identity: 1 – I have what I have. 2 – I am what I do. 3 – I am what others say or think about me. 4 – I am nothing more than my worst moment. 5 – I am nothing less than my best moment – and – “We are not what we do, we are not what we have, we are not what others think of us. Coming home is claiming the truth. I am the beloved child of a loving creator.” Suzanne includes Book Club questions at the end of the book and they're not like any book club questions you've encountered before! Instead of the standard book club fare, Suzanne presents the questions in grouping that include On Leaning In and Simplicity. After you've listened to our chat, I'm sure you will want to get the book in your hands quickly! Thanks in Advance for your help: I hope you enjoy this episode. If you did, don't keep it a secret! Please tell a friend. Your recommendation is the most powerful way to help us acquire new listeners. Also, if you're listening to us on Apple podcasts, please rate and review us. Suggestions for future episodes: Have someone you want me to interview (including you)? Email me at shesnotdoneyetyall@gmail.com. Have a topic you'd like me to discuss? Email me at shesnotdoneyetyall@gmail.com. Resources and Show Links: Everything you need to know about Suzanne, including her podcast, here: https://www.suzannemaggio.com/ Email me: shesnotdoneyetyall@gmail.com My coaching website: https://beckyberrycoach.com  My LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckyberrycoach/ This podcast was recorded, produced, edited, and marketed by yours truly, Becky Berry. Thanks again for listening and sharing! Becky      

Send us a textThe Daily Nothings book study continues as we read along in the Return of the Prodigal Son. This week we dive into the Younger Son—the son that leaves his father's home and squanders away his inheritance. This son is so relatable and easy to understand as most of us have experienced our “younger son era” if you will. Read along with us and listen to what Court and Meghan have to say about this section of this incredible book! Tan Books: You can shop at tanbooks.com and check them out on Instagram @tan_books. Daily Nothings listeners will receive 25% off their order with code DAILY25 The Catholic Nutritionist: Cycle Confidence Blueprint Link Use Code DAILYNOTHINGS for 10% off!  Journey with us this Lent with The Return of the Prodigal Son by Henri Nouwen! Get the book hereSupport our podcast AND receive extra content by joining our Patreon for only $5 a month at https://www.patreon.com/TheDailyNothingsPodcast Thanks for listening to The Daily Nothings Podcast! Be sure to subscribe and leave a rate and review.

In this episode Robert reads a reflection on genuine friendship from Henri Nouwen's book The Inner Voice of Love.To get some of the books that we mention on the podcast, please check out our growing collection here: https://bookshop.org/lists/black-and-alive-a-black-coffee-theology-reading-list? https://bookshop.org/lists/black-and-alive-a-black-coffee-theology-reading-list? Please check Rose's substack out at https://agentlelanding.substack.com/ If you're a fan of the show, please like, subscribe, and leave a positive review on your podcast app.  You can also support financially on Patreon at: patreon.com/threeblackmen Finally, you can check out Robert's writing at: https://musingsfromabrokenheart.substack.com

Send us a textWhat an honor it is to welcome Dr. John Bergsma, the author of the book: Jesus and the Jubilee, to this week's episode of the Daily Nothings! Dr. John Bergsma is a Catholic biblical scholar, author, and professor of Theology at the Franciscan University of Steubenville. He was a former Protestant pastor that has now been Catholic since 2001. He holds a doctorate in Theology from the University of Notre Dame and specializes in the Old Testament and the Dead Sea Scrolls. This conversation is so joyful and educational and we hope your understanding of why the Jubilee year is so important is changed drastically after listening to Dr. Bergsma share his wisdom! Order Jesus and the Jubilee here: stpaulcenter.co/dailynothings-jubileeFollow more from Dr. Bergsma on Social Media: @stpaulcenter @emmausroadpublishing and @john.s.bergsmaTan Books: You can shop at tanbooks.com and check them out on Instagram @tan_books. Daily Nothings listeners will receive 25% off their order with code DAILY25 The Catholic Nutritionist: Cycle Confidence Blueprint Link Use Code DAILYNOTHINGS for 10% off!  Journey with us this Lent with The Return of the Prodigal Son by Henri Nouwen! Get the book hereSupport our podcast AND receive extra content by joining our Patreon for only $5 a month at https://www.patreon.com/TheDailyNothingsPodcast Thanks for listening to The Daily Nothings Podcast! Be sure to subscribe and leave a rate and review.

Bruce's guest today is Mary Tutterow. Mary lives in South Carolina and is an author, speaker, and workshop leader. Her books, “The Heart of the Caregiver” and “The Peaceful Caregiver,” and the wisdom that she has gained come from her family's situation and her deep reflection on it. In this episode, Mary and HNS ED Bruce Adema discuss Henri Nouwen's letter about spiritual care for people with severe handicaps. For any who live in community with people with disabilities, this is a valuable conversation. Check Out Mary Tutterow's website: https://theheartofthecaregiver.com ___________ Books Discussed: Love, Henri https://amzn.to/3fpnolF (US) https://amzn.to/2C2lqcD (Canada) The Heart of the Caregiver https://a.co/d/6ftpF18 (US) https://a.co/d/b3VO3Wq (Canada) The Peaceful Caregiver https://a.co/d/giZb0RS (US) https://a.co/d/isYP9ol (Canada) ___________ SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: henrinouwen.org/donate/ * SIGN UP FOR FREE DAILY E-MEDITATIONS: henrinouwen.org/meditation/ * MORE FREE RESOURCES: henrinouwen.org/ * FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/henrinouwensociety/ TWITTER: twitter.com/nouwensociety FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/nouwensociety/ PINTEREST: www.pinterest.ca/henrinouwen/

Send us a textWelcome to the first week of our Lenten book study on the Return of the Prodigal Son! We will be breaking down this incredible book throughout all of Lent and we can't wait for you to listen along and read with us. This week, we welcome sweet Jenna McQueen to the podcast—an incredible fan of The Daily Nothings who quickly became a friend of ours. She reached out to Court and Meghan to encourage them to read this book and it is already changing lives. This book is such an easy read and truly inspires. We hope you enjoy this series! OSV: Visit http://www.books.osv.com/thedailynothings and use code OSVdaily for 20% off books site wide!The Catholic Nutritionist: Cycle Confidence Blueprint Link Use Code DAILYNOTHINGS for 10% off!  Journey with us this Lent with The Return of the Prodigal Son by Henri Nouwen! Get the book hereSupport our podcast AND receive extra content by joining our Patreon for only $5 a month at https://www.patreon.com/TheDailyNothingsPodcast Thanks for listening to The Daily Nothings Podcast! Be sure to subscribe and leave a rate and review. Come to Italy with us on a Pilgrimage! You can also follow the Daily Nothings Instagram @thedailynothingspodcast and visit our website: http://www.thedailynothings.com

“This is our great challenge and consolation. Jesus comes to us in the poor, the sick, the dying, the prisoners, the lonely, the disabled, the rejected. There we meet him, and there the door to God's house is opened for us.” Henri Nouwen

Send us a textThe Catholic Nutritionist: Cycle Confidence Blueprint Link Use Code DAILYNOTHINGS for 10% off!  Laura- Anne: Laura-Anne is a Catholic wedding photographer and marriage mentor who will help youthrive during your engagement, capture heirloom-quality photos of your wedding, and prepare for a joy-filled life with your beloved. Check out Laura-Anne's digital resources for engaged couples and photography services at laura-anne.ca or on Instagram  @lauraannesmid Journey with us this Lent with The Return of the Prodigal Son by Henri Nouwen! Get the book here:https://amzn.to/3DW7ErN  Support our podcast AND receive extra content by joining our Patreon for only $5 a month at https://www.patreon.com/TheDailyNothingsPodcast Thanks for listening to The Daily Nothings Podcast! Be sure to subscribe and leave a rate and review. Come to Italy with us on a Pilgrimage! You can also follow the Daily Nothings Instagram @thedailynothingspodcast and visit our website: http://www.thedailynothings.comSupport our podcast AND receive extra content by joining our Patreon for only $5 a month at https://www.patreon.com/TheDailyNothingsPodcast Thanks for listening to The Daily Nothings Podcast! Be sure to subscribe and leave a rate and review. Come to Italy with us on a Pilgrimage! You can also follow the Daily Nothings Instagram @thedailynothingspodcast and visit our website: http://www.thedailynothings.com

“A hard task is given to me—to call the darkness darkness, evil evil, and the demon demon. By remaining vague I can avoid commitment and drift along in the mainstream of our society. But Jesus does not allow me to stay there. He requires a clear choice for truth, light, and life.” Henri Nouwen

Send us a textFlo (@thecatholicnutritionist) joins Court and Meghan this week as Courtney shares her full story on just how transformative Made Good has been for her in this first month. Don't know what Made Good is? It's a holistic nutrition program led by Flo that is so well rooted in our faith, and it's changing lives. Listen for Court's full story alongside Flo's incredible wisdom to back up WHY these changes are happening, and stay tuned for a Daily Nothings exclusive deal at the end! The Catholic Nutritionist: Cycle Confidence Blueprint Link Use Code DAILYNOTHINGS for 10% off!  Journey with us this Lent with The Return of the Prodigal Son by Henri Nouwen! Get the book here: https://amzn.to/3DW7ErN  Mattie Karr: Mattie Karr is a Catholic sacred artist who is on a mission to help Jesus heal hearts through beauty! You can connect with her through her website at www.mattiekarr.com or on Instagram @mattiekarrstudio Laura- Anne: Laura-Anne is a Catholic wedding photographer and marriage mentor who will help you thrive during your engagement, capture heirloom-quality photos of your wedding, and prepare for a joy-filled life with your beloved. Check out Laura-Anne's digital resources for engaged couples and photography services at laura-anne.ca or on Instagram  @lauraannesmid Support our podcast AND receive extra content by joining our Patreon for only $5 a month at https://www.patreon.com/TheDailyNothingsPodcast Thanks for listening to The Daily Nothings Podcast! Be sure to subscribe and leave a rate and review. Come to Italy with us on a Pilgrimage! You can also follow the Daily Nothings Instagram @thedailynothingspodcast and visit our website: http://www.thedailynothings.com

This week, on a special edition of the SLHour, we revisit some of the conversations we had on this program in the Fall of 2024. Author Paul Jarzembowski helps us find hope in the holidays and we remember Henri Nouwen with his friend, author Carolyn Whitney-Brown. We also reconnect with singer/songwriters Aly Aleigha, and  Ricky Vazquez, who both released new music in 2024.

Bruce's guest today is Dr. John Vissers. John is a member of the Knox College Faculty (Knox is part of the University of Toronto). John is a former Principal of Knox, as well as a former Moderator of The Presbyterian Church in Canada. He also serves as a board member of the Henri Nouwen Society. John and HNS ED Bruce Adema discuss a letter Henri Nouwen wrote to a minister who is experiencing conflict from those she expected support and encouragement. Check Out the Knox College website: https://knox.utoronto.ca/ Calvin's Institutes https://www.ccel.org/ccel/calvin/institutes.toc.html ___________ Books Discussed: Love, Henri https://amzn.to/3fpnolF (US) https://amzn.to/2C2lqcD (Canada) The Wounded Healer https://amzn.to/2AGOrKz (US) https://amzn.to/3hdDkcr (Canada) Reaching Out https://amzn.to/37BuyjZ (US) https://amzn.to/2AxxCBJ (Canada) ___________ SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: henrinouwen.org/donate/ * SIGN UP FOR FREE DAILY E-MEDITATIONS: henrinouwen.org/meditation/ * MORE FREE RESOURCES: henrinouwen.org/ * FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/henrinouwensociety/ TWITTER: twitter.com/nouwensociety FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/nouwensociety/ PINTEREST: www.pinterest.ca/henrinouwen/

Listen to Week 2 of "Life of the Beloved" on January 26th, 2025. Among the most popular of Henri Nouwen's books, Life of the Beloved was initially written for a Jewish friend, and went on to become Henri Nouwen's greatest legacy to Christians around the world. This synopsis of his book is part of a two-week forum.

Listen to Week 1 of "Life of the Beloved" on January 19th, 2025. Among the most popular of Henri Nouwen's books, Life of the Beloved was initially written for a Jewish friend, and went on to become Henri Nouwen's greatest legacy to Christians around the world. This synopsis of his book is part of a two-week forum.

“In solitude, I often feel closer to the people I care for than when they're in the same room.” –Pico Iyer In this episode of Deviate, Rolf and Pico talk about how the best travels are often counterbalanced with a kind of stillness, in which one can find one’s “best self” (3:00); Pico’s decades-long experiences with monks in a California monastery, the benefits of a “childlike attitude” toward life, and how “fire” can be a metaphor for spiritual life (12:00); how Pico’s solitude is informed by, and in conversation with, nature (22:00); Pico’s engaged relationship with spiritual communities, even though he is not religious (30:00); the “counterculture” spiritual tradition that grew up around Big Sur, California, and the power of longing (39:00); and how solitude can be a gateway to other people (47:00). Pico Iyer (@PicoIyer) is a novelist, essayist, and author. His newest book is Aflame: Learning from Silence. Notable Links: Pico Iyer on what Japan can teach us about life (Deviate episode 73) The Vagabond’s Way, by Rolf Potts (book) Henri Nouwen (writer and theologian) New Seeds of Contemplation, by Thomas Merton (book) The 14th Dalai Lama (spiritual leader) The Snow Leopard, by Peter Matthiessen (book) Richard Powers (novelist) Desert Fathers (early Christian hermits and ascetics) Sign of Jonas, by Thomas Merton (book) Days of Heaven (1978 film) 4′33″ by John Cage (musical composition) New Camaldoli Hermitage (hermitage in Big Sur, California) Rigveda (ancient Indian collection of hymns) The Woman Lit by Fireflies, by Jim Harrison (book) Sarmoung Brotherhood (esoteric Sufi brotherhood) Henry Miller (novelist) Esalen Institute (retreat center in Big Sur) Bittersweet, by Susan Cain (book) Leonard Cohen (songwriter) Ludwig Wittgenstein (philosopher) The Deviate theme music comes from the title track of Cedar Van Tassel's 2017 album Lumber. Note: We don't host a “comments” section, but we're happy to hear your questions and insights via email, at deviate@rolfpotts.com.

DateJanuary 12, 2025SynopsisWhen God writes "Beloved" on our hearts, it transforms how we see ourselves and each other. Like a child proudly writing their name, like friends recognizing each other's baby pictures, like communities holding space for both joy and sorrow—we're called to live as if we actually believe we're beloved, and to create spaces where others can discover they are too.ReferencesScripture: Luke 3:15–17; 21–22 About The Local ChurchFor more information about The Local Church, visit our website. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org.To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts and this movement of God's love, give online here.

"...Patient living means to live actively in the present and wait there. Waiting, then, is not passive. It involves nurturing the moment.."This week, I am reflecting on selected quotes from Henri Nouwen from the The Path of Waiting, published in 1995 and Bread for the Journey, published in 1996.Reflection questions:When you are meeting with donors, are you listening with full attention and waiting with the donor to discover more about themselves?Think about the areas where you are waiting, is there something you can do to nurture the donor relationship?Reflection on quotes:For those of us in the fundraising field, learning to wait is essential.  We wait for the right timing to ask.  We wait for donors to decide to give.  We wait for news about a grant application.  We spend a lot of time waiting. We wait, trusting that our work will bring about the fruit of generosity. As we wait, we are active in nurturing relationships.  We listen and wait while donors discover more about themselves and a potential connection to our cause. If we become impatient and just move onto the next new potential donor relationship, while it feel like we are doing something, in reality, we will find that the moment, that new space, is just as empty. We can't avoid the waiting.What do you think?To explore fundraising coaching deeper and to schedule an exploratory session, visit ServingNonprofits.com.Music credit: Woeisuhmebop

Get your copy of Wake Up to Love, today!LOVE is appearing as a family vacation right now, and I will return with new episodes on January 6th! I Love you! Listen to the ROSARY, Here and pray the Love every day LIVE, Here!!We aren't piecemealin' our Peace this year."I want that.""I need that."We're being THAT,which is all of 'that' and more.You're beyond what you desire.You're beyond what you think you're lacking,what you think will complete you,it already is you,so reclaim it as a part of your Self.Take it back,while knowing that this Light is All you really want.This Light that's here, already.It's not coming tomorrow,or even later today,It's Now.It's You(rs).You're His.I Love You,Niknikki@curlynikki.comSupport the show:▶▶https://www.patreon.com/goodmornings__________________________________________Today's Quotes:"And if you understand that, you will understand that you didn't finish reading this book, you just finished writing it."-Jed McKenna "He's gonna do it early in the year. You're not gonna have to wait months for it to come to pass. The spirit of the Lord is saying that he's gonna do it early!- @Godlywaiting via IG'"You're the one who has to meet what you want at the vibration where it is."-Abraham Hicks"...There is a strength, but also a lightness.There is power, but also softness.There is firmness, but also flexibility.The being is like solid emptiness.Immeasurable.Weightless.Yet more solid than a mountain.Lighter than space.Full yet empty.Sublime."-Mooji"Dear friends, I want you to hear this: what is said of Jesus is said of you. I know this can be hard to affirm. You are the beloved daughter or son of God. Can you believe it? Can you hear it not only in your head through your physical ears but in your gut, hear it so that your whole life can be turned around? Go to the scriptures and read: "I have loved you with an everlasting love. I have written your name in the palm of my hand from all eternity. I have molded you in the depths of the earth and knitted you in your mother's womb. I love you. I embrace you. You are mine and I am yours and you belong to me." You have to hear this, because if you can hear this divine voice speak to you from all eternity, then your life will become more and more the life of the beloved, because that is who you are."-Henri Nouwen via IG @claremsf"Just wake up and say, "I don't care" for a minute. Drop the desire and say, "I don't want this", the next second something comes up in you, and that is a smile.-Sri Sri Ravi Shankar"When a cat falls out of a tree, it lets go of itself. The cat becomes completely relaxed, and lands lightly on the ground. But if a cat were about to fall out of a tree and suddenly make up its mind that it didn't want to fall, it would become tense and rigid, and would be just a bag of broken bones upon landing. In the same way, it is the philosophy of the Tao that we are all falling off a tree, at every moment of our lives. As a matter of fact, the moment we were born, we were kicked off a precipice, and we are falling, and there is nothing that can stop it. So instead of living in a state of chronic tension, and clinging to all sorts of things that are actually falling with us because the whole world is impermanent, be like a cat."- Alan Watts

With every new year comes new resolutions. But instead of forming resolutions around activity, what if we formed them around identity? Instead of asking, "What do I want to do?" we asked, "Who do I want to become?" This week, we look to writer and theologian Henri Nouwen, to guide us on our journey of becoming, as we center our lives on one word that captures the heart of our faith: Beloved.

On Christmas Eve, Ukrainian families create a living Nativity scene by spreading straw across the floor and placing hay beneath the dinner tablecloth. “This gesture connects the birth of Jesus to the natural world, with the presence of the field permeating the home,” Metropolitan Borys Gudziak says. Portuguese families observe Noite da Consoada (Night of Comfort and Consolation) with a humble meal of salt cod, cabbage and potatoes. “The idea is to echo the simplicity of the day,” Ricardo da Silva, S.J., shares with Metropolitan Gudziak. “Jesus was born in this very simple setting.” These practices, Ricardo suggests in this year's final episode of “Preach,” remind us not only of Christ's simplicity but also offer a nudge for preachers: “The best thing to do is to preach simply.” [Please complete a brief survey and tell us what you love (or not) about “Preach”] Metropolitan Borys Gudziak of the Ukrainian Catholic Archeparchy of Philadelphia leads the Ukrainian Catholic community in the United States. Born in Syracuse, N.Y., he holds a doctorate in Slavic and Byzantine cultural history from Harvard University. He was the founding president and rector of the Ukrainian Catholic University in Lviv, Ukraine, from 2002 until 2012, and served Ukrainian Greek Catholics in Western Europe until 2018. His preaching is deeply influenced by his dear friend and mentor, Henri Nouwen, who was known for his emphasis on simplicity and authenticity. “People today know Henri from his writings,” he says, “but I would say his preaching was an order above because it was personal.” The metropolitan recalls what he learned from hearing hundreds of Nouwen's homilies when he was a student at Harvard. “Henri just said: ‘Keep it very simple. Use keywords many times.'” And it is this ability to communicate simply that the metropolitan shows in his Christmas Eve homily, when he uses vivid expressions like  “the clear odor of the manure” and “the bells of the cows.” By drawing on Nouwen's wisdom, the metropolitan invites us to approach the Christmas mystery with renewed awe, wonder and openness. Read the Scripture readings and full text of this week's homily Get daily Scripture reflections and support "Preach" by becoming a digital subscriber to America Magazine “Preach” is made possible through the generous support of the Compelling Preaching Initiative, a project of Lilly Endowment Inc.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Sunday's Advent theme explores the concept of joy as presented in the great birth announcement given by angels. Joy, unlike happiness, is not based on favorable life events but rooted in a relationship with Jesus. Biblical joy persists through all circumstances, anchored in the character and promises ofGod. This is why the angels' announcement of Jesus' birth in Luke 2 was such a momentous declaration of "great joy" for all people—introducing a joy that comes through Christ's presence and God's redemptive plan rather than worldly pleasures or success.   The announcement reveals God's profound presence through Jesus, as proclaimed to humble shepherds, demonstrating that this joy is accessible to all, not just the esteemed or powerful. This choice reflects God's tendency to reach out to the overlooked and marginalized, who respond with attentiveness and faith. Jesus, described as Savior, Christ, and Lord, fulfills centuries-old promises of salvation, establishing Him as the foundation of a lasting joy that transcends temporary sorrows. This joy, embodied in Christ, transforms hardship into a pathway for spiritual growth, as seen in Romans 5:3-5, where suffering builds character and hope.   Not only that, but we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope, and hope does not put us to shame, because God's love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us.   To experience this enduring joy, Jesus instructs His followers to obey His word and remain in His love (John 15:9-11). Obedience is not restrictive but brings believers closer to God, enabling them to experience His guiding presence. Remaining in His love, as Henri Nouwen suggests, means knowing oneself to be unconditionally loved by God. This realization brings a joy that surpasses life's challenges, offering Christians a steady assurance that their worth and ultimate fulfillment are found in God's love and salvation.

Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever Hebrews 13:8 Happy Advent!  In today's episode we're talking about what it might look like to prepare our hearts for Him, to take some moments during this season to purposefully incline ourselves toward the things of God. I'll share with you three things that I've been pondering as I lean into the cadence of this season with hope and expectancy.  (There's also a great prayer at the end my Henri Nouwen that felt like such great preparation for me that you won't want to miss!)

QUOTES FOR REFLECTION “All I need is a sheet of paper and something to write with, and then I can turn the world upside down.”~Friedrich Nietzsche “Words are not in the power of men; men are in the power of words.”~Hermann Bahr “I consider looseness with words no less of a defect than looseness of the bowels.”~John Calvin “Even though our tongue cannot be tamed by human nature, it can be tamed by the Holy Spirit.”~Jackie Hill Perry “A little criticism makes me angry, and a little rejection makes me depressed. A little praise raises my spirits, and a little success excites me. It takes very little to raise me up or thrust me down. Often I am like a small boat on the ocean, completely at the mercy of its waves. All the time and energy I spend in keeping some kind of balance and preventing myself from being tipped over and drowning shows my life is mostly a struggle for survival: not a holy struggle, but an anxious struggle resulting from the mistaken idea that it is the world that defines me.”~Henri Nouwen “That non-bony, flappable instrument between our bicuspids can be an instrument of tremendous good or cataclysmic destruction. It can be used to build people up in the faith or to destroy their hard-earned reputations. It can help bring about peace among nations or can start a war.”~Curtis ThomasSERMON PASSAGEProverbs 13:3, 15:1-2, 4, 18:20-21, 21:23-24, James 1:26 (ESV)Proverbs 133 Whoever guards his mouth preserves his life;  he who opens wide his lips comes to ruin. Proverbs 151 A soft answer turns away wrath,  but a harsh word stirs up anger.2 The tongue of the wise commends knowledge,  but the mouths of fools pour out folly….4 A gentle tongue is a tree of life,  but perverseness in it breaks the spirit. Proverbs 1820 From the fruit of a man's mouth  his stomach is satisfied;  he is satisfied by the yield of his lips.21 Death and life are in the power of the tongue,   and those who love it will eat its fruits. Proverbs 2123 Whoever keeps his mouth and his tongue   keeps himself out of trouble.24 “Scoffer” is the name of the arrogant, haughty man   who acts with arrogant pride. James 1 26 If anyone thinks he is religious and does not bridle his tongue but deceives his heart, this person's religion is worthless.

Today's episode is dedicated to two readers of Frontiers of Psychotherapist Development (FPD): Austin Sparks and Ash Burton.I answer both Austin's and Ash's question on working with more than just the individual youth in therapy. I address the challenge and merits, along with six guiding principles, and six strategies that I take. Guiding Principles1. Give Voice to the Voice-less2. Listening to Each Other into Speech3. Being a With-ness to Each Other4. We are a Community of Internalised Others5. When We Love, We Love PoorlyStrategies 1. Structure is “Where are we? were are we going? and why?2. Mixing Individual and Conjoint Sessions 3. Allow Contradictory Perspectives4. Express the Unspokens5. How Healthy is the Family?6. Practice of forgivenessSHOWNOTES: 1. 10 Years of Frontiers of Psychotherapist Development (FPD). Frontiers Friday #189 2. Listening Into Speech: Will Say, Won't Say, Can't Say.Quotes: Understanding is love's other name. If you don't understand, you can't love. — Thich Nhat Hanh, in How to Love. Forgiveness is the name of love practice among people who love poorly. The hard truth is that all people love poorly.— Henri Nouwen.--- Subscribe to Frontiers of Psychotherapist Development (FPD). The aim is to help you grow at your bleeding edge of personal and professional development. Frontiers Friday is released newsletter. Plus you get to access 10 years of the archive at no cost. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit darylchow.substack.com

Through the story of Simeon, the waiting saint, we learn what a life of hope looks like. Often, we treat hope like a reward, thinking that as long as we're "good," we will get what we long for. This mindset leads to despair for many, as hope is not about the fulfillment of our desires, it's dependance on the one who can fulfill all our desires and trusting his providential plan. Hope is found in God's promises, fulfilled in Jesus. Henri Nouwen reminds us that "Life is Advent," and true hope is recognizing the Lord's continual coming into our lives.

This podcast offers a reflection for the Christian Feast of Christ the King. As we consider what kind of King Jesus is, and what his Kingdom might be like, we are confronted with our concepts of real power. “This is the mystery of love. Power kills. Weakness creates.” – Henri Nouwen  

Do you know the influence your donations are having?In this episode, Jeff, Jeff, and Brad discuss:Lessons learned from growing up with four dads.Reaching communities through fundraising.The meeting of non-profit organizations and for-profit organizations.Developing a system that shows appreciation for your donors.Filtering the organizations you are giving to.  Key Takeaways:Love God, love people, and treat them well. God will put miracles in your path.Donors are not ATMs, they are partners. Invite the donors into the ministry with you.Business owners have resources - that is a power. Use that power appropriately. Treat your charitable giving like it is your business.Don't be afraid to ask more. Be accountable to help people communicate properly about what is being done with God's money. "As you take your kids to all these places, take them to visit the people that are transforming lives around the world, those are the adventures that will transform your family." —  Brad Layland Episode References:A Spirituality of Fundraising by Henri Nouwen: henrinouwen.org/read/a-spirituality-of-fundraisingA Billion Bootstraps: businessasmission.com/resources/a-billion-bootstrapsThe Gathering: thegathering.com About Brad Layland: Brad Layland, Chief Executive Officer & Senior Consultant, first learned how to raise money as a college student in 1993, while seeking to raise personal support as a part-time staff member for Young Life. Over 20 years at Young Life, he developed his passion for and expertise in relational fundraising, to the point where he was asked to train other area directors around the country, and eventually became the Chief Development Officer for the entire organization.Brad joined The FOCUS Group in 2009 as a Senior Consultant and became the owner and CEO in 2010. In 2013, he launched the Taking Donors Seriously® e-learning and coaching program to make the firm's expertise accessible to individuals and smaller nonprofits.Brad's expertise providing high-level fundraising counsel to nonprofit organizations incorporates major donor strategies, training workshops, planned gift marketing, and capital campaign counsel. In recent years he has led capital campaigns for Dallas Theological Seminary, Intervarsity Christian Fellowship, Union Rescue Mission, The Bowery Mission, and Veritas School.Brad received his B.A. in Communications from the University of Florida and his M.A. in Theology from Fuller Theological Seminary. He and his wife, Wendy reside in St. Augustine, Florida and have four children. Brad enjoys running marathons, skiing, investing in real estate, entrepreneurship, and traveling with his family. Over the past 20 years, he has completed 50 marathons and recently completed two Ironman Triathlons.Brad is the founder of Endless Summer Realty, the largest residential real estate brokerage in St. Augustine, closing over $240 million in transactions in 2021. He is a founder and board member of Veritas Classical School, and launched an annual “Giving Day” in St. Augustine, which has become a platform for local nonprofits to raise hundreds of thousands of dollars and establish relationships with new donors. His entrepreneurial success has allowed Brad to experience the joy of generosity, and gain a special understanding of the mindset of a major donor. Connect with Brad Layland:Website: bradlayland.comThe FOCUS Group: thefocusgroup.comTurning Donors Into Partners: donorsintopartners.comPodcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/taking-donors-seriously-podcast/id769463284  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/bradlayland   Connect with Jeff Thomas: Website: arkosglobal.comPodcast: generousbusinessowner.comBook: arkosglobal.com/trading-upEmail: jeff.thomas@arkosglobal.comX: x.com/ArkosGlobalAdv Facebook: facebook.com/arkosglobalLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisorsInstagram: instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisorsYouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw

Sermon Resources: 1. “We demand too much of life, too little of ourselves…In the last twenty-five years, the patient increasingly confronts the psychiatrist not with well-defined symptoms of their personal difficulties but with their dissatisfactions about life. He does not suffer from fixations or phobias or nervous ailments or emotional immaturity; instead he complains "of vague, diffuse dissatisfactions with life.” He describes "subtly experienced yet pervasive feelings of emptiness and depression," "violent oscillations of self-esteem," and "a general inability to get along." He gains "a sense of heightened self-esteem only by attaching himself to strong, admired figures whose acceptance he craves and by whom he needs to feel supported." He depends on others to validate his self-esteem, and yet happiness eludes him.” --Dr. Christopher Lasch, “The Culture of Narcissism” 2. “Life became dangerous; The day we all became famous; No one cares if you're happy; Just as long as you claim it; How can we change this? The day we all became famous; No one cares if you have it Just as long they think you do; I don't need the word, just need you to think I said it; I don't need to learn, just need you to think I get it; I don't need the sermon, just need you to think I read it.” -Jon Bellion, "The Internet" 3. “Pride is the beginning of sin. And what is pride but the craving for undue exaltation. It is the abandoning of God to whom the soul ought to cling as its source of life and to imagine itself instead as the source of its own life.” -Augustine, "City of God" 4. “How much do I dislike it when other people snub me, or refuse to take any notice of me, or shove off? The point is that each person's pride is in competition with everyone else's pride. It is because I wanted to be the focus of things that I am so annoyed at someone else being the focus. Pride gets no pleasure out of having something, only out of having more of it than the next man. We say that people are proud of being rich, or clever, or good-looking, but they are not. They are proud of being richer, or cleverer, or better-looking than others.” -C.S. Lewis, "Mere Christianity" 5. “For a very long time I considered low self-esteem to be some kind of virtue. I had been warned so often against pride and conceit that I came to consider it a good thing to deprecate myself. But now I realize that the real sin is to deny God's first love for me, to ignore my original goodness. Because without claiming that first love and that original goodness for myself, I lose touch with my true self and embark on the destructive search among the wrong people and in the wrong places for what can only be found in the house of my Father.” -Henri Nouwen, "Life of the Beloved"

In the beautiful compilation, Discernment: Reading the Signs of Daily Life, Henri Nouwen invites us to learn to listen deeply to the voice of the Spirit. Encouraging us to encounter this voice through books, nature, people and events, Nouwen reminds us that God is ever present. In this episode of Henri's bookshelf, we speak with Sam Cooper, a pastor who has accompanied a local community of faith for 31 years and counting. Through stories of listening and obeying, Sam and Wendy celebrate a long journey of discernment that has led a community to learn to participate with God in making things right. Meadowvale Community Church: https://www.meadowvalecrc.org/ Indwell - builder of affordable housing: https://indwell.ca/ ___________ Book Discussed: Discernment: Reading the Signs of Daily Life https://amzn.to/2NBrriT (US) https://amzn.to/2Oczt1T (CAD) Spiritual Direction https://amzn.to/389dTEI (US) https://amzn.to/2Zf9gGA (CAD) Spiritual Formation https://amzn.to/2YCNETY (US) https://amzn.to/2COPVTM (CAD) The Wounded Healer https://amzn.to/2AGOrKz (US) https://amzn.to/3hdDkcr (CAD) ___________ SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: henrinouwen.org/donate/ * SIGN UP FOR FREE DAILY E-MEDITATIONS: henrinouwen.org/meditation/ * MORE FREE RESOURCES: henrinouwen.org/ * FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/henrinouwensociety/ TWITTER: twitter.com/nouwensociety FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/nouwensociety/ PINTEREST: www.pinterest.ca/henrinouwen/

DateNovember 3, 2024SynopsisIn this sermon, we explore the life of Henri Nouwen—Catholic priest, prolific author, and wounded healer—whose lifelong struggle with feeling worthy of love led him to discover God's grace in unexpected places. Through Nouwen's journey from prestigious academic positions to living among those with disabilities at L'Arche, we learn that our wounds aren't liabilities but pathways to healing, and that like trapeze artists, we're all called to trust in the divine Catcher who promises to hold us. This message will especially resonate with anyone who has ever felt like an impostor, struggled with feeling worthy of love, or longed to be enough—inviting us to consider how our own wounds might become sources of healing for others, just as Nouwen taught us that "when our wounds cease to be a source of shame and become a source of healing, we have become wounded healers."ReferencesScripture: Matthew 3:13–17; Hebrews 12:1–2About The Local ChurchFor more information about The Local Church, visit our website. We're also posting good stuff on Facebook, Threads, and Instagram, too. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org.To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts and this movement of God's love, give online here.

The last manuscript of Henri J.M. Nouwen, left unfinished at his sudden death in 1996, recounts his transformative friendship with a traveling trapeze troupe, the Flying Rodleighs. Nouwen thought his trapeze story could become his most important book. Author Carolyn Whitney-Brown, Henri's colleague and friend, was invited to take the unpublished material and offer it to readers as the final metaphor to have captivated Henri Nouwen's spiritual imagination. Readers will discover Henri to be a spiritual risk-taker always pursuing deeper communion with God. And somewhere in the flying and catching and even falling, Henri found access to a more embodied and liberating life. Carolyn Whitney-Brown is a Canadian writer, artist, and university teacher who earned a PhD in English literature. She knew Henri Nouwen well when she and her family lived in the L'Arche Daybreak community from 1990 until Nouwen's death in 1996. She lives on Vancouver Island. https://writersunion.ca/member/Carolyn-Whitney-Brown ___________ Book Discussed: Flying, Falling, Catching: An Unlikely Story of Finding Freedom https://amzn.to/3UUPJ9c (US) https://amzn.to/3RuZszU (Canada) ___________ SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: henrinouwen.org/donate/ * SIGN UP FOR FREE DAILY E-MEDITATIONS: henrinouwen.org/meditation/ * MORE FREE RESOURCES: henrinouwen.org/ * FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/henrinouwensociety/ TWITTER: twitter.com/nouwensociety FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/nouwensociety/ PINTEREST: www.pinterest.ca/henrinouwen/

// Solitude // - October 20th, 2024 A quote from author & priest, Henri Nouwen, says: "Without solitude, it is virtually impossible to live a spiritual life." As believers, we often really struggle to spend time alone with God, away from the distractions of this world. What does it look like for us to start prioritizing spending time with God consistently and to escape from the busyness & hurry that plagues us? Zach spends time talking about these issues and more as we dive into the topic of solitude this week.

A reading about expectation as patience and joy from "Out of Solitude" a 1974 work by Henri Nouwen (1932-1996)

Host: Steve Macchia, Guest: Matt Scott “What are we gripping in our hands that may simply be worth a penny in comparison to the abundant life God offers us." - Steve Macchia    How do we release the things that make for false self identity? In this episode, Steve and Matt tackle this question as they invite you to “slow down and be more detached.”   Henri Nouwen talked about the false self gripping to 1) what we do (our work) 2) what we have (our possessions) 3) what others say about us (our image). This conversation looks at practical ways to detach from these things that we build a false sense of self around. Looking at the encouragement from Jesus found in Luke 9:23-26, Steve and Matt talk about denying ourselves in order to receive the fullness of the abundant life in God.  Join the conversation about spiritual discernment as a way of life at www.LeadershipTransformations.org and consider participation in our online and in-person program offerings. Additional LTI spiritual formation resources can be found at www.SpiritualFormationStore.com and www.ruleoflife.com and www.healthychurch.net.

Henri Nouwen gave a series of lectures on the importance of following Jesus in an age of anxiety which became the basis for this book. Following Jesus explores calling and purpose, fear and hope, and why, when the twenty-first-century seeker has so many choices, including atheism and secularism, the greatest reward for those looking for fulfillment is to choose to embrace the truth of God's love. Henri Nouwen offers warm, insightful, and practical spiritual habits to help readers navigate the oft-less- travelled, but ultimately life-giving road of faith in and through following Jesus. Our Guest: Robert A. Jonas, Ed.D. (Harvard University), M.T.S. (Weston Jesuit School of Theology) was a dear friend of Henri Nouwen and is the author of The Essential Henri Nouwen, (Shambhala Publications) and Henri Nouwen (Orbis). His most recent book is, My Dear Far-Nearness: The Holy Trinity as Spiritual Practice (2022 Orbis). Trained as a psychotherapist, Dr. Jonas is an author, father and grandfather, video artist, musician, environmental steward, and retreat leader. Dr. Jonas is the director of The Empty Bell, a contemplative sanctuary in Northampton, MA whose website is an extraordinary resource for contemplative Christians and for Buddhist-Christian dialogue. https://www.emptybell.org/ ___________ Book Discussed: Following Jesus: Finding Our Way Home in an Age of Anxiety https://amzn.to/3frmy7R (US) https://amzn.to/3cWRWta (Canada) ___________ SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: henrinouwen.org/donate/ * SIGN UP FOR FREE DAILY E-MEDITATIONS: henrinouwen.org/meditation/ * MORE FREE RESOURCES: henrinouwen.org/ * FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/henrinouwensociety/ TWITTER: twitter.com/nouwensociety FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/nouwensociety/ PINTEREST: www.pinterest.ca/henrinouwen/

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In today's episode, Lisa and Laura dive into Lesson 2 of Ordering Your Priorities, Priority 1: Your Relationship with God. If we desire to live lives of purpose, happiness, and fulfillment, we have got to get this priority right! Why? Because only God knows what will make us happy and what we most long for. But let's be honest: it can be hard to trust God. When we have experienced hurt or abandonment, putting God first doesn't come easily. If this is your struggle, join Lisa and Laura in this powerful conversation and discover how a personal relationship with God changes everything for the better. Open your Heart to our key Scripture.  Psalm 91:1–4: He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High, who abides in the shadow of the Almighty, will say to the Lord, “My refuge and my fortress; my God, in whom I trust.” For he will deliver you from the snare of the fowler and the deadly pestilence; he will cover you with his pinions, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness is a shield and buckler. Open your Bible to other Scriptures referenced in this episode.  Sirach 51:2: You have been my protector and helper, and have delivered my body from destruction, and from the snare of a slanderous tongue, from lips that utter lies. Deuteronomy 32:10–12: He found him in a desert land, and in the howling waste of the wilderness; he encircled him, he cared for him, he kept him as the apple of his eye. Like an eagle that stirs up its nest, that flutters over its young, spreading out its wings, catching them, bearing them on its pinions, the Lord alone did lead him. Ecclesiasticus 51:31: Draw near to me, ye unlearned, and gather yourselves into the house of discipline. (Douay-Rheims) Psalm 5:3: O Lord, in the morning you hear my voice; in the morning I plead my case for you and watch. Psalm 143:8: Let me hear of your steadfast love in the morning, for in thee I put my trust. Invite Him in with this episode's questions for reflection. St. Josemaría Escrivá said, “Conquer yourself each day from the very first moment, getting up on the dot, at a fixed time, without yielding a single minute to laziness. If, with God's help, you conquer yourself, you will be well ahead for the rest of the day. It's so discouraging to find oneself beaten at the first skirmish... “The heroic minute. It is the time fixed for getting up. Without hesitation: a supernatural reflection and… up! The heroic minute: here you have a mortification that strengthens your will and does no harm to your body.”  What lie plays in your mind that says this is impossible for you to do? What could you change in your nighttime routine in order to faithfully give God the first part of your day? Show mentions. Henri Nouwen, Finding My Way Home: Pathways to Life and the Spirit. Dan Burke, “From the Occult to Catholic: Love builds a bridge for Truth,” YouTube video. Steven Furtick, “Sometimes God gave you what you needed in that Bible verse you didn't read.” Anna Golden, “Psalm 91.” Let's stay connected. Don't miss an episode. Subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platform.  Want to keep the conversation going? Join our private Facebook community. Stay in the know. Connect with us today.  We are committed to creating content that is free and easily accessible to every woman—especially the one looking for answers but unsure of where to go. If you've enjoyed this podcast, prayerfully consider making a donation to support it and other WWP outreach programs that bring women closer to Christ. Learn more about WWP on our website. Our Shop. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTube.

One expression of suffering is forgetting that we are intrinsically lovable and worthy. This talk looks at the pathway to trusting our belonging, and focuses on the healing that comes from letting in love and mirroring others goodness. Talk includes quotes from Henri Nouwen, The Return of the Prodigal Son: A Story of Homecoming