File consists of correspondence, mainly with Rev. Fred Cross, regarding Nouwen preaching the Eucharist and having a short visit at the Church of St. Leonard, Toronto, Ontario.
File consists of a letter from Kara Cole on behalf of Friends United Meeting (Richmond, IN) and a typed letter from June E. Hagan, Nouwen's administrative assistant.
File consists of two packages regarding a conference titled Consultation on Justice of Peace, held at Mount Angel Seminary from February 21 -23, 1982, discussing social justice, pacifism and the arms race.
File consists of correspondence and other material from Stuart Scardon-Watties, regarding Nouwen's attendance at the play "The Shunning" performed by Theatre and Company in Kitchener, Ontario. Includes Connie Ellis' response that Nouwen would attend on March 14th and bring three members of L'Arche Daybreak. Includes an information sheet on the play and the theatre company.
File consists of letters from Sr. Marie Gabriel, long typed letter from Nouwen, some discussing the celebration of the 25th Anniversary of Nouwen's Ordination, as well as a card celebrating a gift of masses and prayers for Nouwen by the Franciscan Friars, T.O.R. of Saint Francis Monastery (Loretto, PA) from Betty Bangeton, Sr. Marie Gabriel's sister.
File consists of correspondence and other material, mainly from Dr. Mark McGowan, regarding Nouwen giving four lectures for the Christianity and the Secular World course at St. Michael's College, University of Toronto. The theme of Nouwen's lectures was Christianity and the Spiritual Life. His four lectures were entitled "Spiritual Identity: Belonging to the World, Life as Survival," "Belonging to God: Being the Beloved," "Life of the Beloved: The Spiritual Dynamics of Belonging to God," and "Disciplines of the Spiritual Life for the Beloved." Includes the course syllabus for Spring 1991 and Winter 1992 and the Christianity and Culture course calendar for 1991-1992.
File consists of a draft typescript of "Spiritual Direction". This text was later published in several articles, as well in booklet form. Nouwen writes that spiritual formation implies the discipline of spiritual direction. Themes include absurdity and obedience. He writes that there are three disciplines of spiritual direction: (a) the discipline of the Church, (b) the discipline of the Book, and (c) the discipline of the Heart.
File consists of two photographs of Nouwen, wearing a white sweater, collared shirt and gray pants, posing with Jack and Sue Stroh during one of their visits to L'Arche Daybreak.
File consists of correspondence, mainly with Joe Vorstermans, and other material regarding Nouwen speaking at the L'Arche and Emmaus communities weekend, Centre for Social Concerns, University of Notre Dame. Nouwen spoke on "God's Love Experienced in Community." Includes extensive handwritten notes by Nouwen. Also includes information sheets and flyers from the event, and a brochure for the Centre for Social Concerns.
File consists of a letter from Sr. Mary Francis Gangloff, OSF, a typed letter from Nouwen and a copy of Gangloff's article "Poet of Poverty and Peace".
File consists of a memorandum from Nouwen's secretary, stating that Jack and Sue Stroh called and requested to meet with Nouwen for an hour on a weekend. In a letter to the Strohs, thanking them for a donation, Nouwen indicates the day will be March 28th.
File consists of a letter from Alan and Terri Gargano regarding Nouwen's Silver Jubilee (25th Anniversary of his Ordination). The card has been annotated "secretary at Yale Divinity School".
File consists of a letter to Nouwen from Rev. William Hockin, requesting Nouwen speak as part of St. Paul's Church, Toronto, Lenten Series. Includes a letter from Nouwen confirming the date and time of the event.
File consists of letters from John Garvey, and typed letters from Nouwen and June E. Hagan (Nouwen's administrative assistant), regarding the celebration of the 25th Anniversary of Nouwen's Ordination and the draft of what would become "Gracias!", as well as correspondence between Nouwen and Leonard B. Haynes, supervisor of ACPE, and typescripts of lectures by Nouwen, delivered at the 27th Clergy Conference in Battle Creek MI on May 18, 1981, titled "Compassion", and "Patience".
File consists of a letter confirming Nouwen and some members of L'Arche Daybreak to give a presentation and a question and answer period at Pickering College, Newmarket, Ontario. Annotations on the letter indicate April 2nd as the date of the event.
File consists of correspondence, from Rev. Brad Massman, and other material regarding Nouwen's participation as homilist for "Mass for a Television Community", a CFTO televised mass, with the theme 'Feast of Corpus Christie.' Nouwen gave a homily for approximately 7 minutes. Includes a script for the program, directions to the studio, and a note about the event from Nouwen's secretary.
File consists of correspondence, with Patricia Beattie, and other material regarding Nouwen's presentation to the Toronto Archdiocesan Catholic Women's League's [CWL] Annual Development Day at St. Phillip Neri, Downsview. Nouwen's presentation was entitled "Ministry to Persons with a Mental Disability." Includes Nouwen's response confirming the event. Also includes a copy of the League's Resolution on Ministry to Persons with a Mental Disability, a map to the event, a memo from Nouwen's secretary regarding the event, and notes in Nouwen's hand for his presentation.
File consists of a program, itinerary, and Nouwen's handwritten notes for a retreat at St. Mary's with the theme "Come and See: Three Evenings for Finding God in your Daily Life." Nouwen was the homilist for all three evenings. The themes were "Experiencing God's Grace," "Celebrating God's Love," and "Sharing God's Gifts."
File consists of sixteen photographs of Nouwen, wearing a blue and white striped sweater, and other L'Arche Daybreak community members celebrating Nouwen's 61st birthday at the original Dayspring.
File consists of a typescript of a foreword by Nouwen to Francis W. Vanderwall's book, "Spiritual Direction: An Invitation to an Abundant Life" (Paulist Press, 1982).
File consists of a letter from Jackie Gill, writing for Youth Magazine, and a long typed letter from Nouwen. The original letter included a copy of her magazine with an article on van Gogh.
File consists of a letter and other material regarding L'Arche Canada Fundraising Committee meeting at BCE Place, Toronto. Includes agenda for April 9th meeting, sample campaign letter to corporations, Questions and Answers - L'Arche Corporate Campaign, and L'Arche Canada Budget April 1992 - March 1993 (with some notes by Nouwen).
File consists of a fax from Fred Bratman, regarding a meeting with Nouwen to discuss the fundraising project. The fax contained a list of subjects that they needed to cover in the meeting. Includes three copies of the fax. Also includes a copy of a fax from Bogle & Gates law firm concerning potential tax treatment of donations by US residents for projects in Canada.
File consists of correspondence and other material regarding Nouwen's talk at The Catholic Worker storefront in Hamilton, Ontario. The theme of Nouwen's talk was "A Time for Mourning - A Time for Dancing - Reflections for Holy Week and Easter." Also includes The Catholic Worker newsletter for Fall 1991.
File consists of correspondence and other material regarding a visit by Robert Durback to Nouwen at Daybreak for Holy Week and Easter. Includes a copy of Nouwen's response to Durback. Also includes a card with a quote from St. Gregory of Nazianzen.
File consists of correspondence, with Bishop Jean-Louis Plouffe, and other material regarding Nouwen giving a talk for the Priests of the Diocese of Sault Ste. Marie. Includes flight schedule, travel itinerary, and a letter of response from Nouwen confirming arrangements.
File consists of correspondence and other material regarding Nouwen's help with the preparation for and the First Communion of Patrick Egan, Timmy Bruner, and Laura Hurst at the Dayspring. Includes reference material on the Good Shepherd Catechesis, the book used for First Communion preparation in Patrick's school (in French), and a detailed letter from Nouwen to Patrick, Timmy, and Laura about their First Communion. Also includes an unrelated letter from Clyde Johnson regarding Ichthys House and Taize.
File consists of a letter from Charles Burnell requesting material from Nouwen to be included in his book "The Practice of love." Annotations by Nouwen's secretary indicate a phone interview was scheduled for June 2nd.
