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In these engaging podcasts, our guests share their encounter with Henri Nouwen and his writing and his influence on their spiritual lives. Our conversations reflect the ways that his ideas continue to resonate and be relevant today.FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA:Instagram @henrinouwensocietyTwitter @nouwensocietyFacebook @nouwensocietyPinterest @henrinouwenYouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/HenriNouwenTVMORE FREE RESOURCES: www.henrinouwen.org
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Now & Then...Again | Leading from Belovedness: A Conversation with Board Chair, Sharon Ramsey
What happens when an unexpected “yes” leads you somewhere you never imagined? In this episode of Now and Then Again, Wendy VanderWal Martin sits down with Sharon Ramsey, newly appointed Chair of the Henri Nouwen Society, for a deeply personal conversation about calling, uncertainty…
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Now & Then…Again | Forming Hearts Through Daily Prayer
What if the ordinary moments of our day are where God most wants to meet us? In this episode, Wendy VanderWal Martin talks with author Marla Stewart Konrad about Henri Nouwen's lasting influence, the life-changing truth of belovedness, and the inspiration behind Marla's new children's book, God…
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Now & Then…Again | From Longing to Belonging: Carlos Thompson on Finding Home in God and One Another
What does it mean to find home in a wounded world? In this deeply moving episode of Now and Then ...Again, host Wendy VanderWal Martin welcomes Dr. Carlos Thompson, professor of Christian Ministry and Disability at Western Theological Seminary and steward of the Friendship House Fellows Program....
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Now & Then…Again | Walking Home
In this episode of Now and Then Again, host Wendy Vanderwal Martin speaks with Meagan Harkins, a participant in the Henri Nouwen Society’s “30 Under 30” program. Meagan shares her journey from early encounters with Henri Nouwen’s writings to her current work in foster care and social work....
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Now & Then…Again | Presence and Participation
In this episode of Now and Then Again, host Wendy VanderWal Martin speaks with Jenna Calabrese, a member of the Henri Nouwen Society’s 30 Under 30 cohort and newly licensed occupational therapist. Jenna shares how her encounter with Henri Nouwen’s writings and her experience at L’Arche shaped her...
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Now & Then…Again | From Rapture Anxiety to Sacred Rest: Gen Z, Henri Nouwen, and the Longing for Home
In this episode of Now & Then… Again, Wendy VanderWal Martin sits down with Matthew Vaccaro, a Divinity student, youth minister, and member of the Henri Nouwen Society’s 30 Under 30 cohort. Matthew reflects on his journey from an anxiety-filled rapture theology to the spacious, compassionate...
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Now & Then…Again | “I Feel Like Henri Was My Friend”: A 30 Under 30 Story
In this episode of Now & Then… Again, Wendy VanderWal Martin sits down with Gavin Cogburn—a Texas-based spiritual director-in-training, retreat leader, and member of the Henri Nouwen Society’s 30 Under 30 cohort. Gavin shares her surprising journey from early childhood education to interfaith...
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Now & Then…Again | Beloved First
In this episode, Gaby Salib shares how Henri Nouwen’s spiritual wisdom shaped her faith, vocation, and sense of belovedness amid the pressures of academia and early adulthood. Drawing from her Coptic Orthodox roots and participation in the 30 Under 30 cohort, Gaby reflects on ecumenical…
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Now & Then…Again | Inside the Harvard Years: Four Assistants Remember
In this rich and intimate conversation, four of Henri Nouwen’s former Harvard Divinity School assistants—Jim Smith, Barbara Prey, Peter Weiskel, and Michael C. O'Laughlin—reunite to reflect on a formative era in Henri’s life and work. Together, they open a window into the daily rhythms…
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Now & Then ... Again | Waiting for Jesus
As the noise of the holiday season rises, how can we recover the stillness, peace, and joy at the heart of Advent? In this deeply moving episode of Now & Then, host Wendy VanderWal Martin welcomes pastor and author Rich Villodas to explore his new devotional, Waiting for Jesus: An Advent…
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Henri’s Bookshelf | Peacework
In this insightful episode of Henri's Bookshelf, host Wendy VanderWal Martin is joined by her daughter Renate Carson to dive deep into Henri Nouwen's powerful work Peacework. The episode explores how Nouwen’s teachings on peacemaking—rooted in prayer, resistance, and community—remain relevant in...
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Love, Henri Podcast | From Control to Compassion: How Love Transforms Power
Bruce’s guest today is Stacey Campbell. Stacey serves as the President & CEO of Prison Fellowship Canada, a national ministry organization that prepares and mobilizes the Church community in response to the issue of crime and the restoration of offenders. Stacey and HNS ED Bruce Adema discuss…
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Love, Henri Podcast | Beloved on Both Sides: Conversations on Death and Faith
Bruce’s guest today is Father Dr. Ron Rolheiser. Father Ron is a Roman Catholic priest and a member of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate. He’s a community builder, lecturer and writer. He now serves on the faculty of the Oblate School of Theology in San Antonia Texas, where was President...
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Henri’s Bookshelf | Reaching Out
Welcome to Henri’s Bookshelf, a podcast brought to you by the Henri Nouwen Society — where timeless words spark fresh conversations. In this episode, host Dr. Wendy VanderWal Martin is joined by Rev. Dr. Kyle Norman for a rich and reflective dive into one of Henri Nouwen’s most enduring works:...
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Love, Henri Podcast | Finding Light in a Dark World
Bruce’s guest today is Dr. Adriana Bara, the National Director of the Catholic Near East Welfare Association, which works in the Middle East, northeast Africa, India, and Eastern Europe. She speaks with HNS ED Bruce Adema about Henri Nouwen’s 1991 letter to Sister Marcia Hobart, an Anchoress who...
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Love, Henri Podcast | A Letter of the Heart: Discernment and Friendship
Bruce’s guest today is Dr. Luther E. Smith Jr. Luther is Professor Emeritus of Church and Community, Candler School of Theology, Emory University, and is the author and editor of influential books on Howard Thurman, Christian community, and spiritual practices. Luther and Henri Nouwen Society ED...
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Henri’s Bookshelf | The Inner Voice of Love
Many of Henri Nouwen's deep spiritual insights arose from experiences of anguish. In the Inner Voice of Love, Nouwen penned spiritual imperatives for himself during the most difficult period of his life. Meant to be a deeply personal journal, friends encouraged him to offer it as a gift of...
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Love, Henri Podcast | The Strength of Weakness: Embracing Vulnerability in Ministry
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...
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Love, Henri Podcast | Rooted in Love: Returning to What Matters
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…
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Henri's Bookshelf | Aging: The Fulfillment of Life
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…
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Henri Nouwen | Love Henri Podcast | Recognizing Christ in Others
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...
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Henri Nouwen | Love Henri Podcast | Encouragement & Guidance Through Struggles
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....
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Henri Nouwen | Henri's Bookshelf | Discernment
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...
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Henri Nouwen | Henri's Bookshelf | Flying, Falling, Catching: An Unlikely Story of Finding Freedom
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…
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Henri Nouwen | Henri's Bookshelf | Following Jesus: Finding Our Way Home in an Age of Anxiety
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,...
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Henri Nouwen | Love Henri Podcast | Celebration as Spiritual Practice
Melinda's journey reminds us all of the deep grace that is ours when we stop and experience that we are truly Beloved. Bio: Melinda's career spans over 20 years of broadcast, motivational speaking, and advocacy experience. In January 2017, Melinda became the Executive Producer and Host of the…
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Henri Nouwen| Love Henri Podcast | The Way of the Artist
Artist David Hayward shares a transformational encounter with Henri Nouwen and the freedom he has experienced embracing his creativity. Bio: David Hayward, also known as the Naked Pastor, is a pastor turned artist painting, drawing, and thinking about what it takes to be free to be you. The idea...
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Henri Nouwen | Love Henri Podcast | Flourishing: Integrating Therapy & Spiritual Care
Join us for a spiritually attuned conversation with Therapist, Jennifer Bowen, as we explore the ways therapeutic support and spiritual care accompany us in our healing journeys. Bio: Jennifer serves as the Executive Director at Shalem Mental Health Services. The mission of Shalem is: to restore...
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Henri Nouwen | Love Henri Podcast | Liminal Space & Discerning Vocation
Professor, principal, theologian and author, Bradley Jersak offers wise insight for those seeking to discern next steps in their vocational journey. Bio: Bradley Jersak is an author and teacher based in Abbotsford, BC. He currently serves as the Principal of St. Stephen’s University where he...
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Henri Nouwen | Love Henri Podcast | Making Space for Grief
Leanne Friesen joins us for a wise and compassionate conversation about grief and the need we all have to give ourselves the space our grief needs. Check Out Leanne’s website: https://leannefriesen.com/ SIGN-UP FOR FREE DAILY E-MEDITATIONS: henrinouwen.org/meditation/ ______________________ Book...
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Henri Nouwen | Love, Henri Podcast | Spoiling Ourselves with Prayer
Spiritual Director, Phileena Nikole joins us on this episode of Love, Henri for a beautiful conversation about moving towards a flourishing spirituality through practices such as silence, stillness, and solitude. Check Out Phileena’s website: https://phileena.com/ SIGN-UP FOR FREE DAILY...
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Henri Nouwen, Now & Then Podcast | John Inazu, "Learning to Disagree"
Distinguished Professor of Law and Religion John Inazu joins us on Henri Nouwen, Now & Then to discuss his latest book Learning to Disagree: The Surprising Path to Navigating Differences with Empathy and Respect. Encouraging us towards a posture of hope, this conversation is a timely contribution...
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Henri Nouwen, Now & Then Podcast | Ann Voskamp, Finding the Way to the Life You've Always Dreamed Of
In Waymaker, four-time New York Times bestselling author Ann Voskamp pens an unforgettably vulnerable story of love and loss. A brilliant and vibrant writer, Ann joins us for a deeply honest conversation about finding the way to the life you’ve always dreamed of. EPISODE PAGE:...
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Henri Nouwen, Now & Then Podcast | Brian Stiller & Henri Nouwen, A Rare Conversation, Part 2
We are thrilled to kick off the New Year with part 2 of an intimate interview between Henri Nouwen and Brian Stiller. In 1995, Brian, host of the weekly Cross Currents television show, conducted an exclusive interview with Henri at his L'Arche Daybreak home. In this rare uncut video, Nouwen...
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Henri Nouwen, Now & Then Podcast | Brian Stiller & Henri Nouwen: A Rare Conversation, Part 1
In 1995, Brian Stiller hosted the weekly television series Cross Currents, and recorded an exclusive interview with Henri Nouwen at his L'Arche Daybreak home. The uncut conversation in video form has never been made available - until now! We are thrilled to feature this intimate and inspiring...
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Henri Nouwen, Now & Then Podcast | Makoto Fujimura, "Art & Faith: A Theology of Making"
Leading contemporary artist and cultural influencer, Makoto Fujimura’s art and writing embody themes of healing, hope and redemption. On this episode of Henri Nouwen Now & Then, Mako shares his deep faith and his vision of what artists have to offer the Church. EPISODE PAGE:...
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Henri Nouwen, Now & Then Podcast | Sharon Garlough Brown, "A Companion in Sorrow"
Weaving the challenges of mental health with the life and art of Vincent van Gogh, best-selling author Sharon Garlough Brown's beautiful novel Shades of Light invites readers into a journey of compassion and hope. Join us for a deeply honest and meaningful conversation on Henri Nouwen, Now &…
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Henri Nouwen, Now & Then Podcast | Philip Yancey, "The Question of Suffering"
In the midst of Covid-imposed isolation, best-selling author Philip Yancey plunged into updating his best-seller, "What’s So Amazing About Grace" and penned a modern rendering of John Donne’s Devotions, titled "Undone". This episode of Henri Nouwen, Now & Then is a rich and honest exploration of...
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Henri Nouwen, Now & Then Podcast | John Mundell "Faith, Action & the Future of Our Planet"
In a hope-filled conversation about the future of our planet, guest John Mundell, environmental engineer and director of Laudato Si' Action Platform, calls us to put our faith into action. This episode of Henri Nouwen, Now & Then, challenges us to address the damage caused by human negligence and...
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Henri Nouwen, Now & Then Podcast | Sarah Sanderson, "Breaking the Legacy of Legalized Hate"
In this episode of Henri Nouwen, Now & Then, Sarah Sanderson, author of the book The Place We Make: Breaking the Legacy of Legalized Hate reveals the role her ancestors played in expelling a black man from Oregon in 1851. Sarah's story faces the collective pain of racism and the challenge of...
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Henri Nouwen, Now & Then Podcast | Adam Russell Taylor, "A Radical Call to Unity"
In this episode of Henri Nouwen, Now & Then, Adam Russell Taylor, president of Sojourners and author of "A More Perfect Union: A New Vision for Building the Beloved Community", advocates for a politics that prioritizes truth, justice and the common good. Challenging the deep divisions plaguing...
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Henri Nouwen, Now & Then Podcast | James Finley, "An Invitation to the Healing Path"
In this episode of Henri Nouwen, Now & Then, we meet James Finley a clinical psychologist who studied under Thomas Merton and was a friend to Henri Nouwen. In his new book – "The Healing Path- A Memoir and an Invitation", James shares intimately about his journey from a deeply traumatic childhood...
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Henri Nouwen, Now & Then Podcast | Stacey Campbell, "Father to the Fatherless"
In this episode of Henri Nouwen, Now & Then, CEO of Prison Fellowship Canada, Stacey Campbell, joins Karen Pascal for a visionary conversation about their collaboration to bring Father to the Fatherless into prisons and institutions across Canada. Based on Nouwen's The Return of the Prodigal Son,...
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Henri Nouwen, Now & Then Podcast | Denis Jacobs "Prison Ministry & The Prodigal Son"
Transformed by God's love, South African Denis Jacobs now ministers to prisoners using Henri Nouwen’s The Return of the Prodigal Son. Denis shares the inspiring story of the Father to the Fatherless initiative in this episode of Henri Nouwen, Now & Then. * EPISODE PAGE:...
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Henri Nouwen, Now & Then Podcast | Arthur Boers, "Picking Up the Pieces of My Father's Rage"
When our relationship with our dad is difficult it can complicate our ability to connect to the Father's love. In this Henri Nouwen, Now & Then podcast, Arthur Boers, author of the powerful new memoir Shattered, navigates the complex terrain of fear and love, shame and forgiveness in the face of...
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Henri Nouwen, Now & Then Podcast | Strahan Coleman "Beholding: Deepening Our Experience of God"
In this episode of Henri Nouwen, Now & Then, award-winning musician and author of the new book "Beholding: Deepening Our Experience in God," Strahan Coleman reveals how his prolonged journey through pain, depression and anxiety led to a deeper prayer life. Strahan's miraculous story illustrates...
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Henri Nouwen, Now & Then Podcast | Henri Nouwen, 1986 "Service & the Movement Outwards"
As an Easter treat, we are featuring Henri Nouwen himself in this very special episode of Henri Nouwen, Now & Then. Recorded almost 40 years ago, at a Sojourner's conference for social justice activists, Henri's message is timely and challenging as he passionately reminds us of who we belong to…
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Robert A. Jonas, "Jesus, Buddha & Henri Nouwen" | Henri Nouwen, Now & Then Podcast
Can you be Christian and a Buddhist at the same time? Robert A. Jonas, good friend of Henri Nouwen's and author of "My Dear Far-Nearness – the Holy Trinity as Spiritual Practice," unwraps this intriguing question in this episode. Join us for a very interesting and insightful discussion. * EPISODE...
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Henri Nouwen, Now & Then Podcast | Archbishop Borys Gudziak, "The Crisis in Ukraine" REPLAY
REPLAYED FROM MARCH 13, 2022 In this very timely episode of Henri Nouwen, Now & Then, Ukrainian Greek Catholic Archbishop Borys Gudziak talks about the harsh realities facing the Ukrainian people, and how their faith and strength of character have already given them the moral victory. Informative...
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Henri Nouwen, Now & Then Podcast | Carolyn Arends "Spiritual Formation from the Inside Out"
Our guest on this week's episode of Henri Nouwen Now & Then, is Carolyn Arends, musician, author and Director of Education at the Renovaré Institute for Christian Spiritual Formation. Join us for this deep dive into spiritual formation, as Carolyn invites us to ask the right questions about what…
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In these engaging podcasts, our guests share their encounter with Henri Nouwen and his writing and his influence on their spiritual lives. Our conversations reflect the ways that his ideas continue to resonate and be relevant today.FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA:Instagram @henrinouwensocietyTwitter @nouwensocietyFacebook @nouwensocietyPinterest @henrinouwenYouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/HenriNouwenTVMORE FREE RESOURCES: www.henrinouwen.org
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