I am working on three things: on being a prayerful person; on staying close to the handicapped; and on my writing. These are my constant concerns.
Henri Nouwen[...]when two people have become present to each other, the waiting of one must be able to cross the narrow line between the living or dying of the other.
Henri NouwenThe fruits of your labors may be reaped two generations from now. Trust, even when you don't see the results.
Henri NouwenYou have to listen to the one who calls you beloved. That has to be affirmed over and over again. That is prayer - listening to the voice of the one who calls you "the beloved."
Henri NouwenIt's not easy to sit and trust that in solitude God will speak to you - not as a magical voice but that God will let you know something gradually over the years. And in that word from God you will find the inner place from which to live your life. Solitude is where spiritual ministry begins. That's where Jesus listened to God. That's where we listen to God.
Henri Nouwen