Henri J. M. Nouwen

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Articles & Essays by Henri J. M. Nouwen

Book Excerpt

Hope for Caregivers

Published August, 2022 • Featured July 1, 2022

These reflections from Henri Nouwen are joined with prayer and scripture to give a fresh perspective on the unique service of providing care.

Book Excerpt from Spiritual Formation

How Gratitude Breaks the Chains of Resentment

Published May, 2010 • Featured November 21, 2018

A profound and always timely piece from Henri Nouwen on the power and necessity of gratitude.

Article

Bringing Solitude into Our Lives

Published June, 1981 • Featured September 13, 2018

Henri Nouwen explains our critical need for solitude — that ​“strange period of uselessness” — to bring us in touch with the healing, hopeful presence of God in our lives.

Prayer

A Prayer for Holy Week

Featured April 9, 2017

A prayer from Henri Nouwen for Holy Week or anytime we’re indeed of reconciliation.