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Sermon on Romans 13:10-12

Item consists of a manuscript of a sermon on Romans 13:10-12, which discusses rising from sleep. It is likely Nouwen gave this sermon during his time at the Menninger Foundation (Topeka, KS). He suggests that when we are sleeping the sleep of despair, it is dangerous and we are called to wake up and experience new light and new hope.

Sermon on It is easier to give than to receive

Item consists of a manuscript on "It is easier to give than to receive", a sermon on Jesus' message. Nouwen suggests that the minister must first learn to receive others before being able to minister to them.

Sermon on joy and suffering

Item consists of a manuscript of a sermon on joy and suffering. Nouwen begins with: "It is remarkable how many books there are written about sorrow, grief, anxiety - and how few about job." He suggests that it is hard to be joyful, but underscores that Paul calls us to be joyful just as the angels called on the poor shepherds to rejoice even when things were not perfect.

On departure

Item consists of a typescript of "On Departure", a sermon given by Nouwen to priests and seminarians at Moreau Seminary, University of Notre Dame, on May 12, 1968. He speaks about departure and leaving based on St. John 16:4-7. Nouwen's main theme is that, instead of viewing departure as a sad event, Jesus announces his leaving as something positive.

Marriage homily for Rick and Margaret [last names unknown]

Item consists of a manuscript of a marriage homily given by Nouwen at the wedding of Rick and Margaret (last names unknown). Nouwen suggests a good marriage consists of giving to each other, giving to others, and giving to God, as well as forgiving each other, others and God.

Sermon on John 6:1-15

Item consists of a typescript of a sermon on John 6:1-15, the idea that receiving is harder than giving. Jesus gives the bread but only after he receives it from a small boy. Ministry is as much about receiving as giving.

On balance

Item consists of a manuscript of "On Balance", a sermon in which Nouwen argues that we need to find a creative balance between dependence and independence; desire for closeness and desire for distance; commitment and detachment. He uses the experience of looking at a dancer as an entry point into the topic.

Prayer and ministry

Item consists of a typescript of "Prayer and Ministry", a meditation by Nouwen based on Luke 9:28-36. Nouwen provides many examples of prayer and expounds on them using Jesus as the model. This meditation is less about ministry than it is about prayer.

Meditation given during the celebration of the life and death of Gus van der Woude

Item consists of a typescript of "Meditation given during the celebration of the life and death of Gus van der Woude, 20th April [sic], 1975", a meditation by Nouwen using Luke 24:13-34 (the road to Emmaus). This homily portrays Gus van der Woude as Jesus who is minister and pastor, and the people present at his funeral as the disciples. Just as Jesus lived after the resurrection, so van der Woude lives on as minister to his people.

Sermon on death

Item consists of a typescript of a sermon by Nouwen using Luke 9:20-31. This sermon discusses death and the ways we can learn to live more easily with our own death.

Live in harmony of mind: rejoice with those who rejoice, mourn with the mourner

Item consists of a typescript of "Live in Harmony of mind: Rejoice with those who rejoice, mourn with the mourner", a sermon likely given by Nouwen during his placement at the Menninger Foundation (Topeka, KS). The theme of the sermon is taking our eyes off the big and spectacular and realizing the gift of the present. A second page may not be related to the first, but is about finding ways to get an overview of life in order to see new things in our daily lives.

Photograph card for Behold the beauty of the Lord

Item consists of a blank photo card featuring a photograph entitled, "Restoration." The photograph features a table with a table cloth, a lit candle, a brown and grey chalice, and a plate with a loaf of bread. An open book can be seen resting on the table behind the bread. Metal folding chairs can be seen in the background.

Photograph for Behold the beauty of the Lord

Item consists of a photograph of a close-up of a painting of an icon featuring Mary and baby Jesus.This photograph appears to have been cut from a larger page of photographs, as there is an uneven line at the bottom edge. The photograph was used in Nouwen's book, Behold the Beauty of the Lord.

Photograph for A spirituality of peacemaking

Item consists of a photographs of black and white drawings of Henri Nouwen by Channing Theime. The drawings feature Nouwen's profile. He appears to be talking and his hands are gesturing in front of him.

Nouwen and [Priests of L'Arche]

Item consists of a photograph of Nouwen posing for the camera with four other men. Nouwen is seated on the floor leaning against a coffee table that contains papers, a chalice, and a candle. He is wearing a tan sweater. There is a man kneeling next to him with his hand on his shoulder, and there are three men standing behind them.

Photograph of Henri Nouwen

Item consists of one photograph of Henri Nouwen at his 60th birthday party. He is dressed in a dark clown's costume and is standing with his arms outstretched and a huge grin on his face. There are several members, mostly children, of the L'Arche community going up to him to touch him.

Photograph of Michael Alex

Item consists of one photograph of a small boy, approximately four months old, sitting on a stone ground with grass behind him. This is the son of Aleibiades Rodriguez Suarez, a man from Bolivia that wrote to Nouwen asking him to sponsor the boy so he could be baptized.

Photograph of Nouwen and others

Item consists of a photograph of Nouwen at Abbey of the Genesee (wearing grey hooded tunic with belt) and standing with four men (L to R): Mark Haynes, Dan Thomas, Mark Hunt, and Tim Senior. All of the men are smiling at the camera. Tim Senior is holding a copy of Henri Nouwen's book Making All Things New in his right hand.

Photograph of Nouwen

Item consists of a headshot of Nouwen. Nouwen is wearing black sweater and tie, and is looking to the right of the camera and smiling. This photograph was taken by a professional photographer, but the photographer is unknown.

Photograph of Nouwen

Item consists of a photograph of Nouwen wearing zip up sweater, white collared shirt and tie. He is leaning on his right knee and smiling to the right of the camera.

Photograph of Nouwen

Item consists of a headshot of Nouwen. Nouwen is wearing black sweater and tie, and smiling at the camera.

Photograph of Nouwen

Item consists of a photograph of Nouwen wearing zip up sweater, white collared shirt and tie, smiling to the left of the camera.

Photograph of Nouwen

Item consists of a slide featuring a photograph of Nouwen. Nouwen is wearing a white collared shirt and a plaid tie. He is smiling at the camera and leaning his face onto his left arm.

Photograph of Nouwen and unknown man

Item consists of a photograph of Nouwen talking to an unknown man. Nouwen is wearing a black sweater and black tie. Nouwen is photographed from the side, and is using his hands to talk. The man is wearing a tie, sweater, and suit jacket. His arms are crossed and he is facing Nouwen.

Photograph of Nouwen

Item consists of a slide featuring a photograph of Nouwen. Nouwen is wearing a white collared shirt and a plaid tie. He is gesturing towards the camera.

New faculty

Item consists of an article which is part of a larger booklet. The article mentions Nouwen.

Encounter loneliness

Item consists of an article which is an excerpt from the upcoming book, Reaching Out. Note in the article: the text "will appear in a revised and enlarged form in the book: Reaching Out."

Graduate Training Program in Theology and Psychiatric Theory certificate

Item consists of a certificate from the Menninger Foundation in Topeka, Kansas declaring that Nouwen has successfully fulfilled the “Graduate Training Program in Theology and Psychiatric Theory.” It is signed by the Menninger Foundation's President ([illegible]), the Director of the Department of Education (Paul W. Pruyser), the Chief of Staff ([illegible]) and the Coordinator of Graduate Studies in Religion and Psychiatry (Thomas W. Klink).

Completion of Clinical Pastoral Training certificate

Item consists of a certificate from Topeka State Hospital certifying Nouwen’s satisfactory completion of two quarters of Clinical Pastoral Training from September 1964 to March 1965. It is signed by Superintendent Dr. Alfred Paul Bay and Chaplain Supervisor Rev. Charles E. Hall.

Doctoral examinations in Psychology certificate

Item consists of a certificate from the University of Nijmegen faculty of Literature and Philosophy, dated February 3, 1964. This certificate declares that Nouwen has completed his examinations, cum laude, for a doctoral degree in Psychology. The back of the certificate is in Dutch and Latin, and certifies that the doctorandus was completed in psychology, with the primary subject being the Psychology of Religion and Culture, and secondary subjects being Sociology and Social Geography.

Doctoral candidacy certificate

Item consists of a certificate from the University of Nijmegen faculty of Literature and Philosophy, dated December 14, 1959. This certificate declares Nouwen to be a candidate for a Psychology doctoral degree. It is signed by Professor J. Prick and Professor Th. Rutten.

Certificate from Bernardus Johannes Alfrink

Item consists of a certificate from Archbishop Bernardus Johannes Alfrink, dated September 10, 1957. The certificate grants Nouwen, a member of their archdiocese, the faculties of the church. This gives him permission to preach and to hear confessions while studying at the University of Nijmegen.

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