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File consists of one letter from the Southeast Center for Justice containing information on the center, including their location (in the south of the United States), their services, their ministry, and their budget.

File consists of a form letter from Lee Silverstein, MSW, informing friends of his decision to go to Greece on a sabbatical. Letter includes handwritten note to Nouwen inviting Nouwen to stay with him in Greece. Silverstein was a student of Nouwen's in 1977 in a course on Compassion and in a 1978 course on The Life and Works of Thomas Merton.

File consists of a postcard from Chris Saelens. Letter contains an address in Toronto for Dora Sarpong and Eno Ababio.

File consists of a brochure from Ringe and Associates, a flower shop in Toronto, ON.

File consists of one letter from Paul [last name unknown], enclosing a paper he talked about with Nouwen. Paper is included in the file and is untitled.

File consists of one letter from Madame Denise-Eva Moreau, expressing appreciation for Nouwen's writing.

File consists of one letter from Melanie and Art McDonald, saying "Thought you'd appreciate these." [As of December 16, 2009, there are no attachments to the letter.]

File consists of one photo greeting card from [Marty?] [Last name unknown], expressing appreciation for Nouwen's talk in Chicago, and thanking Nouwen for spending time with Marty's mother. Marty also goes on to say that the people of L'Arche Mobile (AL) are excited for Nouwen's visit.

File consists of one card from Karen [Last name unknown] to Kathy [Smith] thanking her "for keeping up with the details!" It is signed Logos of Fort North.

File consists of one letter from Tobias Lange, writing from East Germany, expressing appreciation for Nouwen's writing, especially "The Genesee Diary - Report from a Trappist Monastery."

File consists of one business card for Dr. Peter L. Quily, Ph.D., chartered psychologist (Edmonton, AB), with handwritten note: "David James."

File consists of one note from Agatha Høynes containing her address in Norway.

File consists of one letter from [Erin?] [Last name unknown], expressing appreciation for a gift from Nouwen. She says the gift was given to Bob Smith, chaplain of the hospital, who will place it in the chapel.

File consists of one greeting card from Elsje and [?] [Last name unknown], including two pages of typed text.

File consists of three business cards for Geneseo Travel (Geneseo, NY) from Betty Diliberto. First card is for Betty Diliberto, Owner of Geneseo Travel) who wrote her home address and phone number on the back of the card. Second card is for Ginny Swarts, and third card is for Donna Radesi.

File consists of one mini audio cassette letter from Elizabeth Cox.

File consists of one letter from Sr. Virgilia Jim, on behalf of the Covenant House of Prayer (New York City, NY), inviting Nouwen to come to the Covenant House of Prayer when he is in the NYC area. The House consists of four people: Sr. Grace Regina (Dominican), Sr. Claire [Langie] (Ursuline), Jane Davis (Midwife, laywoman), and Sr. Virgilia Jim.

File consists of one "Earth Angel Certificate" signed by Bruce Baker, Angel Rep. Certificate reads: "This is to certify that Henri J.M. Nouwen is recognized as an important Angel here on Earth. As a unique Being of Light, you bring a special gift to the Planet and the Church of Jesus Christ."

File consists of one certificate of membership for the Harry and David club, with message "A very merry Christmas and much love, from Anne and Deane." Certificate is for eight monthly deliveries of fruit.

File consists of one greeting card from the Rt. Rev. Keith L. Ackerman, expressing gratitude for a book sent by Nouwen.

File consists of miscellaneous undated letters and cards received by Henri Nouwen.
File contains one audio cassette featuring a letter from an unknown minister.
File also contains seven blank postcards, four postcards, ten greeting cards, eight letters, and other miscellaneous papers.

File consists of twenty four Christmas and New Year's cards, all undated. Details of cards are as follows:

1. painted star signed by multiple people, including "Marian, Mortien, Bart, Linda, Pieter, Ferd, Floris, and others.
2. Christmas card from Steve and Tineke Adeney, and their children, Jesse, Matt, and Sarah.
3. Christmas card from L'Arche Antigonish.
4. Christmas card from Stephenson House.
5. Christmas card from the Wilson Family. [Half of the card is missing.]
6. Christmas card from Joe Incavo.
7. Christmas card from the mothers and children at Lifeline Ministries Women's Shelter (San Francisco, CA).
8. Christmas card from Glenn Guillorey.
9. Blank new years card. Label on back says cards were sold to support L'Arche communities around the world.
10. Christmas card from Caroline Westerhof, expressing appreciation for Nouwen's writing. Card includes her business card.
11. [1996], Christmas card from Rick [Tobias] from Yonge Street Mission.
12. Christmas card from Ann Stocker to Kathy Christie. Card includes Stocker's business card.
13. Christmas and new years card from Katherine McEndarfer, thanking Nouwen for his prayers.
14. Christmas card from Sr. Jane [last name unknown] and Sr. Ida Peterfy. Card includes a notecard that reads: "We offer our Christmas Novena of Masses, Holy Communions and sacrifices as our special Christmas gift for you."
15. Christmas card from Kathy [last name unknown].
16. Christmas card from David Perry.
17. Christmas card from Louise [Pamburn].
18. Christmas card to Kathy, Jim and family from Myrna and Norm.
19. Christmas card from multiple people, including, Jarry and Alice Jean [Finlay], Taylor and Mari Pryce, Douglas and Sandra Blackwell, Victoria Matthews, and [Michael Bedle, Jr.].
20. Christmas card from Mickey Mandlin.
21. Christmas card from Jack Loughran, O.S.F.S.
22. Christmas card from Elizabeth [last name unknown].
23. Christmas card from multiple people, including Beth, Bob, Providence, Gwendolin, and Mike.
24. Christmas Card from [S?] Bennett, Yale University Librarian.

File consists of seven birthday cards, all undated. The details are as follows:

1. from Stephanie Vorstermans and Cheryl Zinyk.
2. from the IFOR Staff.
3. from Myrna [last name unknown].
4. from Carmen, Yvonne, Doreen, and Christine [last names unknown].
5. from Cheryl, Kathy, Loretta, Margaret, and [Kees?] [last names unknown].
6. [1996], author is sad that Nouwen is not at Dayspring for his birthday as per usual.
7. from Steve Anneke and Francis. Includes poem titled "Trevor's Field."

File consists of one letter from Audrey C. Patterson, expressing appreciation for Nouwen's writing, especially "The Return of the Prodigal Son."

File consists of one letter from (Bill) William L. DeWitt, D.D.S., expressing appreciation for Nouwen's writing, especially "The Return of the Prodigal Son." He asks Nouwen for suggestions on finding a print of the Rembrandt painting.

File consists of one letter from Lucille M. De Pietro Kaney, expressing appreciation for Nouwen's writing.

File consists of one birthday card, from Tante [?], possibly an aunt of Nouwen's. She quotes in English, "I believe in the sun, even when it is dark. I believe in Love, even when I'm alone. I believe in God, even when he is silent."

File consists of one letter, written on two postcards, from Sr. Laetitia Zwetsloot, wishing Nouwen a happy birthday. She writes that it has been a while since they had contact, but she heard from a mutual friend, Jeanne Vergroesen, that Nouwen's birthday was in January. The rest of the letter is in Dutch.

File consists of one letter from Mich and Mary Zeman, expressing appreciation for a book sent to them by Nouwen. They write to Nouwen of their past year, when Mich started a new ministry with a small congregation, something he says Nouwen recommended he do, in order to live a more contemplative life. They write, "You have been true to your vision of the blessing of downward mobility." They also tell Nouwen about their children, Ben and Jobie.

File consists of one letter from Frances M. Young, writing from Birmingham in the United Kingdom, the Dean of Faculty of Arts at the University of Birmingham, writing at the request of Jean Vanier. He says that Vanier has invited Nouwen to their gatherings at Trosly, but Nouwen has been unable to attend. Young writes that after the last gathering with Vanier, they decided to put together a book after discussing "what difference it might make to the classic Christian doctrines to view them through the experience of L'Arche." Young asks if Nouwen is willing to contribute to the book.
Letter includes a list of possible contents for the discussed book.

File consists of one form letter from Richard C. Levin, President of Yale University, on behalf of Yale University to graduates and friends of Yale Divinity School, announcing the appointment of the new Dean of Yale Divinity School, Richard J. Wood.

File consists of one letter from Tennant C. Wright, S.J., expressing appreciation for Nouwen's writing, especially "In the Name of Jesus" and "Out of Solitude." Wright says he has used "Out of Solitude" for several years in an undergraduate course on Meditation at Santa Clara University.

File consists of one letter from Eleanor Woods from July 6, 1996, expressing appreciation for Nouwen's writing, especially for a letter he sent her with a copy of his book of prayers to the Sacred Heart.
File includes a copy of a long typed letter from Nouwen from June 4, 1996, writing to comfort her in her grief, as her son, Rick, and her husband, Reilly, both died within the last year. He received word about Woods' grief from a mutual friend, Rosie Tatum.
File also includes the letter from Rosie Tatum to Nouwen about Eleanor Woods.

File consists of one letter from Tim E. Wood, a pastor in Tacoma, WA, from February 26, 1996, expressing appreciation for Nouwen's writing, especially "In the Name of Jesus," "Out of Solitude," "The Wounded Healer," "Life of the Beloved," and "Creative Ministry." Wood says he wrote a song called "With Open Hands" and sent Nouwen a videocassette with a recording of the song.
File includes a short handwritten letter from Nouwen from April 24, 1996, in response to Wood's letter, thanking Wood for his videocassette.

File consists of two greeting cards and one postcard from (Dr.) George Bryant Wirth. Contents of letters are as follows:

1. March 18, 1996, greeting card, Wirth writes that he learned of the death of Adam [Arnett] from Fred Rogers.
2. March 11, 1996, postcard from Jerusalem, Wirth tells Nouwen of his travels in Israel and Jerusalem.
3. January 9, 1996, greeting card, Wirth expresses appreciation for a letter from Nouwen, and tells Nouwen to enjoy his sabbatical. He also tells Nouwen that he is a great inspiration to him.

File consists of one letter from David Wirka.

File consists of one obituary for Jacob Windig, age 78.

File consists of one postcard from Joep Peter [Windels] wishing Nouwen a happy birthday.

File consists of one letter from Keri Wilson, asking for prayers.

File consists of one letter from Ian Wilson, writing from the Isle of Wight (England), expressing gratitude for Nouwen's writing, especially "In the Name of Jesus." He says "it inspires me to try and live the vision as best I can." He asks if the Servant Leadership School in Washington is still in existence, and if there are similar initiatives in the United Kingdom. He closes the letter with "Please say a thank you from me to Bill for being a party to bringing the book 'In the Name of Jesus' to life."

File consists of one letter from Rev. Helen Wilson. Letter includes a copy of a proposal for her dissertation for her doctorate, with the major question: "What is the theology of suffering, pain and death in the life and works of Henri Nouwen?" Wilson asks if Nouwen could refer her to where she could find Nouwen's theology regarding this subject.
She mentions that in 1993, she sent a copy of her paper titled "Model for Visitation of Long Term Care Patients" and that Nouwen gave her permission to use his concepts at that time.

File consists of one letter from Phyllis Williams, with news about the health of her husband, Colin Williams.

File consists of one postcard and one greeting card from W. Wijderveld-Jäger. Postcard from March 1, 1996, expresses appreciation for Nouwen's writing. Greeting card from March 28, 1996, expresses appreciation for a card and a book sent from Nouwen.

File consists of one letter from Joelle Wiechers-de Vries, in Dutch.

File consists of one letter from Doug Wiebe, on behalf of the Stephenson Team, addressed to all sharing lunch with Susanne, regarding lunch dates with Susanne Kearns. Letter includes instructions on having lunch with Susanne.

File consists of one letter from Dave Wiebe, expressing appreciation for Nouwen's writing, especially "Life of the Beloved."

File consists of one letter from Robert J. Wicks. Wicks expresses gratitude for Nouwen's presence in his life, and mentions how Nouwen's writing has been a part of his semester sabbatical. He writes that he is enclosing a work he helped to write titled "A Circle of Friends." [As of November 13, 2009, this work was not included.]

File consists of one greeting card from Carrie Whitney-Brown, writing after the funeral of Adam Arnett, and her joy to see Nouwen during that week. She then writes about the upcoming baptism of her son, David.
Letter includes a poem written by Whitney-Brown's husband, Geoffrey Whitney Brown, titled "With Power." Poem is about the death and funeral of Adam Arnett.

File consists of two letters from Susan White. In letter from March 8, 1996, White reflects on the funeral of Adam Arnett, and her joy at having been back in the [L'Arche] community. She tells him that she is helping Joe V. [Vorstermans] and Doug McCarthy to give a retreat later in March for 0-2 year assistants.
Letter from April 3, 1996, is accompanied by an Easter card. She mentions sending Nouwen a tape with an interview of Mark Doty [tape not included with letter].

File consists of two letters from Richard Alan White. In letter from March 5, 1996, White is agreeing to see the first part of Nouwen's new diary, and that he would be glad to help Nouwen get the diary ready to be published - like he helped with "The Road to Daybreak." In letter from July 16, 1996, White thanks Nouwen for his letter from early June and a check for $1,000. He updates Nouwen on the progress of his own book, and says that he will read through Nouwen's diary notebooks for him. He gives Nouwen several questions to think about to get the diaries ready to be published, such as "What is it that I want to say? What one theme binds together the significance of the last year of my life? What did I DO?"