Reading Schedule & How to Submit and Reply to Comments

Reading Schedule for Finding My Way Home: Pathways to the Spirit, by Henri J.M. NouwenBookcover_FMWH_422X597

Welcome and Introductions (Also read Foreword and Preface) Week beginning June 28, 2015

• The Path of Power Week beginning July 5th
• The Path of Peace Week beginning July 12th
• The Path of Waiting Week beginning July 19th
• The Path of Living and Dying Week beginning July 26th

Wrap-up week of August 2nd.

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83 Replies to “Reading Schedule & How to Submit and Reply to Comments”

  1. I have been reading Henri Nouwen morning mediatations since last March, they have blessed me and many in my family.
    I feel a spiritual connection with these insights, as my life has done a 180 in the last 2 years. Everything I thought I knew was turned upside down. I have been seeking the way home, but know it will not be like what I thought I knew and understand. I have great hope that thru this study my way, God’s way, will be revealed to me.

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  2. I am slow getting started, but I plan on reading the chapter for this week so I know what others are finding in the reading. I knew Henri at Daybreak for three years (1990-1993).

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  3. I am excited at the opportunity to participate in my first study of this type. I live in a suburb of Kansas City, Missouri but on the Kansas side of the state line. I have some background in studying Richard Rohr and think I learned of Henri Nouwen through those studies. I am not sure I know how to get to the blog I do have a comment on the Forward. In speaking of journey Nouwen says, “Let us claim the truth that we are loved and open our hearts to receive God’s overflowing love poured out for us.” The next sentence says, “It is so simple! Our journey, then, is a journey to discover the perfect love that only God can give us.” Since “the truth” is that we are loved by God, why the journey? Why do we not accept the obvious and go from there? I am looking forward to the study?

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  4. Hi! I’m looking forward to participating in this book study. I just finished reading “The Prodigal Son”, my first Henri Nouwen book, and now I’m hungry for more. I truly appreciate the opportunity to be part of this group and can’t wait to dive into Finding My Way Home. Blessings!

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  5. My book has just arrived very quickly and I am thrilled. I have just completed training as a lay reader in the Anglican Church and this book is part of my preparation for licensing in September and the work that follows .Thank you for having me again. I love Henri N’s gift for guiding.
    Best Wishes to you all as we travel together Gilly

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  6. This is my first time to participate in an online book study. I look forward to this discussion and group participation.

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  7. I have read several of Nouwen’s books. I started reading him through our Lay Formation program. A couple of my favorites are Can You Drink This Cup and In the Name of Jesus. Recently read Life of the Beloved as part of a retreat. I live near Dubuque, Iowa.

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  8. I am new to on-line discussions and excited to participate. I discovered Henri Nouwen when I was a seminary student 40 years ago and then re-discovered him last year. I happily stumbled upon this web-site only a few weeks ago. My spiritual life is more important to me than ever after having spent some time in a very dark place. I will order the book today and look forward to learning a growing with new friends in this space. I live in Sacramento.

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  9. Thank you for making a book club for Henri Nouwen’s writing available. I have loved his books for years but have not shared thoughts as I read with other readers. This is a wonderful new experience online.

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  11. Thank you for the opportunity to take part in this discussion, my first time here. I discovered the society thanks to a Facebook friend. I read “In the name of Jesus” about five years ago (recommended to me by a wonderful Salvation Army leader)
    I am Scottish but have lived in Sweden for the past 28 years.
    Finding my way home?…..as a person who has moved around alot, and even lived in three different countries through my adult life, I have often asked myself “where’s home?”
    I often envied people who still lived in the town where they were born and who knew were home was. I often told myself that home is where the heart is…..But I would say, it wasn’t really until April this year, when I mother died, and I attended her funeral, that it struck me! The pastor said some lovely things, but it was when he said that my mother had gone home, that I felt such peace. Earth isn’t home….I am just passing through! That doesn’t mean that I am selfishly detached from this world, only concerned about that day when I will “go home”. No, despite being only temporary, I am 100% here and I want to be available to God to help Him achieve His will here on earth, however He chooses to use me….and I can still feel “at home” when I spend time with Him.

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  13. This is my first experience so I am a little lost what to enter for website.
    I was introduced to Henri Nouwen by my son and subsequently when we were implementing Spiritual Nursing Assessment on the admission of patients to my inpatient unit.
    My name is Alvira Galbraith, Ann Arbor MI
    I consistently meditate on his key principals to happiness: Solitude, Compassion for the Underserved, and Community-taking care of community and friends.

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  14. I am Gloriamarie in San Diego, CA. I have never participated in one of these book discussion although I have known about them for years. I am Episcopalian. When I was in seminary and he was teaching at Harvard, Henri Nouwen came and spoke at my seminary along with another popular Christian author whose name I will not mention because Henri blew him right out of the water. I discovered Thomas Merton, Evelyn Underhill, the Desert Christians and so many other pre-Reformation mystics and contemplatives the same year and there was no turning back.

    One thing I devote time to is my Facebook group: Celebrate What Christians Have in Common, a daily buffet of prayer, art, music, cartoons, spirituality from many different voices of Christianity all in an effort to help us Christians remember that no matter what church we worship in, all Christians have far more in common than otherwise.

    About “finding my way home…” I admit to being confused and feelign a bit lost in my own personal worship as I am presently unchurched for reasons I won’t detail here but there has been much hurt after I had a heart attack earlier this year. I deeply miss the connection with a church community and that is a home I would like to find although I know my true home is within the cupped hands of God.

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    1. Loved your words, Gloriamarie: “my true home is within the cupped hands of God.”
      A beautiful description….I can see it, and I feel it too Thanks

      You shared about being unchurched….Several years ago, after a serious falling out with my pastor, I became unchurched – for about two years. All was eventually resolved and we reconciled, though I chose to join another fellowship for certain reasons. But I want to just share that, in hindsight, I felt that those two years “apart” helped me to grow spiritually…..I felt I grew much closer to God, Before the break-up, I had focused far too much on the church leaders. I placed the pastor “on top”! My time alone with God helped me to know that I was His child…and that He comes first! Other church members are important but they are only human and, at times, they mess up (as we all do) and can cause others pain, though not always intending to do so.

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  15. Hi, I have never participated in a book discussion. A local pastor mentioned Henri Nouwen today at church, so I came home to check out some books. I stumbled upon this online book discussion and think i’ll give it a try!

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  16. Hi, I am Madelyn from Southern California.
    I am looking forward to reading and discussing Henri Nouwen’s book.
    I have read several of his books and love them.

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  18. Henri Nouwen is one of my favourite spiritual writers and I had the privilege of attending conferences where he was guest speaker. I look forward to deepening my spirituality and learning through this book discussion. Thank you for the opportunity!
    Marie

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  19. I’ve actively participated or followed along with every book discussion here since the Advent 2013 “Life of the Beloved” discussion. I’ve found that I get so much more from Henri’s books when sharing in the insights of others. Though Henri’s writing is straight forward and straight from the heart, his ideas are so often profound, that sharing in the reading of the book with others is a great help to me.

    I just want to say thanks in advance to the Henri Nouwen Society and Ray for providing this summer opportunity.

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    2. Hello-
      Hello- I write from Rochester, NY and was so excited to learn of this web site and book discussion. I was introduced to Henri Nouwen’s work in 1981.
      His writings have been so inspirational for me over the years. He writes in such a way that it seems as if he is talking right to you. His human and gentle way of expressing the meaning of Christianity gives such meaning and guidance to my beliefs. I look forward to this discussion.
      Ginny

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  20. Heard about this website through a friend! I am very excited to start reading with you all next week.

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  21. I read my first Henri Nouwen book in 1981 and subsequently many, many others. Henri has shaped my theology and spirituality more than any other theologian, author, priest or spiritual director. I look forward to hearing from others who find his words inspirational and life giving.

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  22. I very much enjoy Henri Nouwen’s writings! This will be my first time participating in an online reading group. I look forward to it.

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  24. Henri Nouwen became a very important part of my life just a few months ago. His books were assigned reading for a course at Virginia Theological Seminary where I enrolled in a Course in Spiritual Direction for audit. We are finishing the course today and his thinking has greatly influenced my life.

    Little did I know that I would be facing a very dark time when I started reading him. His unconditional grace concept of any sin took me through. You all have the uncanny ability of selecting just what I need every morning.

    I am looking forward to another session with Henri and all of you.

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  25. I am excited to participate with others as we reflect and study such a wonderful,thought provoking book

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  26. Following this reading program will be a very worthwhile summer spiritual exercise. From some reading I have done of Henri’s writings, especially “The Return of the Prodigal” it will seem as ever that Henri is speaking to my own inner heart.
    I look forward to this wonderful opportunity.

    LEONARD

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  27. I have never participated in anything like this and am looking forward to receiving my book and getting started!

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  28. I’m looking forward to this study. My husband recently passed from cancer. Although I still attend our church, I find it difficult to be with people right now. How nice it will be to connect with others online from the comfort of home : )

    Where can I sign up for the class ? Thank you kindly, B

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    1. Dear Babette,
      We are very sorry for your loss and welcome you to our book discussion with open arms. No need to sign up – just return to this blog on Sunday June 28th. Our facilitator, Ray Glennon will take it from there.
      Blessings,
      Maureen

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    2. Hello Babette,
      The difficulty of being with people will pass. We each experience bereavement in our own way. The advice from the undertaker (do you know that word in America?) was “do what`s right for you.” I pray that there are some people in your church who will be an “island” for you, a place of safety where you can be yourself however you`re feeling. Jennifer

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  29. I’ve just ordered the book for this online discussion! I can’t remember how or when I found your site, and the works and wisdom of Henri Nouwen. I can tell you that I have loved the insights found, and I look forward to reading both the book and the online comments from other students of spirit!

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  30. I have received my book and I am reading it, how much I will be able to contribute to the discussion, will depend on how much time I may have. The sudden death of our son-in-law has simply taken up our time with three grieving souls, two little children and our young daughter. Henri Nouwen is a great source of consolation to me. Thank you for choosing this book. Lata

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    1. Dear Lata,

      We are very sorry for your loss. Please be assured of our thoughts and prayers as you live this time of sorrow with your daughter and grandchildren.

      Blessings,
      Maureen

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  31. Hello family. We have a neighborhood group that meets weekly for spiritual reflection and study. Currently we are discussing the Psalms. Four of us just got the book and will join you in this blog. We are looking forward to sharing our reflections and learning from yours. Blessings, Bob

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  32. I am looking forward to learning from others’ ideas and insights as they share thoughts on the readings.Thank you Ray Glennon for leading this study.

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  34. Last night I decided I wanted to get something “new” (to me) from Henri Nouwen and couldn’t decide. This morning I found a link to a new book discussion, which I was not aware that took place here! I just ordered my copy and will be very interested in joining you.

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  35. My book arrived yesterday!
    I am eager to read and discuss it with like-minded “pilgrims”.
    When I read the daily meditations, I often wish I could talk them over with someone. So often they are just what I need to begin the day in the right frame of mind.
    I have enjoyed The Return of the Prodigal and The Spirituality of Fundraising.

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  37. Just ordered the book and really looking forward to reading it. Loved the return of the prodigal son and was really blessed by it.

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  38. I am looking forward to joining in the discussion group. I picked up my first Henri Nouwen book about 25 years ago and am still reading them. I will be on a retreat for the first week of the discussions but hope to participate from the second week.

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  39. Looking forward to this new journey.
    I was introduced to Nouwen’s writings in an online Spiritual Formation class. I have been intrigued by his works ever since.

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  40. Looking forward to this discussion group…have read Henri for years but never been in a discussion group before!

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  41. Just ordered the book and look forward to participating in this new kind of “book club” — many years ago I read Nouwen’s “Genesee Diary” which I kept in my personal library and just today lent to a young friend. So, Nouwen was on my mind when I went online and found your website and this wonderful opportunity to read and learn more in the virtual company of others. What a great idea!

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  42. I am very excited about this study. Only within the last 6 months have I come across Henri Nouwen’s writing. I have almost exclusively been reading his works since that time. I am looking forward to this as it will allow me to interact with others reading the same thing. Peace to you. Mark Schnitzer

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  43. I am looking forward to participating! I’m part of a small group that is just finishing up Beloved by Nouwen. Excellent book. This will be a good way to keep up my learning and experiencing this summer.

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  44. Hello everyone. It should be enlightening to re-read this book with new insights. God’s blessings to all.

    Ken

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  46. Count me in! I’ve already retrieved my copy of Finding My Way Home from it’s place on the book shelf.

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  49. Please count me “ALL IN” for this exciting adventure.

    Thanks and blessings,

    Alicia “Truth and Life”

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  57. I would like to participate. Will order the book from my local book store. Will I be sent notice of new postings on blog? Look forward to this.

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