File consists of a typescript of an interview conducted by Philip Roderick. The interview took place on August 24, 1992 in England. The interview covers such themes as solitude, vocation, belovedness, the heart, silence, evil, and worship.
File consists of a commercial day planner containing 6 pages of 8 brief journal entries regarding Watson's visitors, correspondence, financial transactions and the publishing of "Deep Hollow Creek", recorded between January 2 and February 26.
File consists of reviews of Life of the Beloved : Spiritual Living in a Secular World, known in Dutch as Een Parel in Gods Ogen : Gedachten over de Betekenis Van een Mensenleven, and known in German as Du Bist der Geliebte Mensch.
File consists of a video recording of Nouwen's address to the Catholic Charities Volunteer Development Conference on February 1, 1992. Nouwen attended the conference with Bill van Buren. He spoke on the subjects of solitude, intimacy, ministry, healing, and the Prodigal Son.
File consists of an unbound copy of the typescript of the interview with Johan Jonas, referred to as Joe, a catcher for The Flying Rodleighs, by Nouwen which occurred in November of 1991 in Kassel.
File consists of a memorandum from Nouwen to Sue M., Mark C., Lori S., and Moahengi M. regarding Psalm 119 and a reflection written by Nouwen in preparation for their meeting on January 30th at Dayspring. Includes a copy of the Psalm 139 and Nouwen's reflection on it written in his hand.
File consists of Nouwen’s handwritten notes in regards to an accompaniment workshop being carried out at Daybreak on October 21, 1992. File also includes a suggested topics list and an agenda for the workshop.
File consists of material from a writing workshop in England given by Bart Gavigan in 1992. This material includes a brochure for "An Advanced Screenplay Writing Workshop with Bart Gavigan" by the South Park Community Trust, February 19-22, 1992; a photocopy of notes (not by Nouwen) of the workshop; and Nouwen's handwritten notes.
File consists of a program (E91), poster (E92) and newsletter (E93) relating to Nouwen's lecture at the 25th anniversary celebration for the Christian Counselling Services (Toronto) on "A Time to Mourn, A Time to Dance, A Celebration of the Spirit in Healing," including a card of thanks given to Nouwen (E94).
File consists of Nouwen’s Certificate of Registration from the Ministry of Consumer and Commercial Relations authorizing him to legally perform marriages in the Province of Ontario; including material relating to the Marriage Act of the Government of Ontario.
File consists of business correspondence and business documents including draft pages and colour photocopies of the cover for Life of the Beloved, invoices and packing slips for Show Me the Way and a review for In the Name of Jesus; personal correspondence include a personal card and memorial service transcript from Robert Heller.
File consists of business correspondence concerning the first installment of Nouwen's talk to the Christian Counselling Service (entitled Time to Mourn, Time to Dance).
File consists of business correspondence concerning Life of the Beloved, In the Hour of Our Death (also referred to as The Ultimate Gift or Our Greatest Gift: A Mediation on Dying and Caring), Here and Now, and The Path series; business documents including two cover proofs and corrected page for Life of the Beloved, a draft Acknowledgement, cover proof, counter pack image, text proof, and advertisement for Our Greatest Gift; 1994 Hodder & Stoughton catalogue featuring Our Greatest Gift; and the exemption certificate and cover proof for Here and Now.
File consists of material regarding Nouwen's financial situation in 1992 as collected by Lydia Banducci. Includes a letter from Jack Stroh to Roly Watt and a letter from Banducci to Stroh outlining Nouwen's financial situation. Also includes an estate planning questionnaire from MacDonald, Illig, Jones, and Britton. The questionnaire is not filled out.
File consists of material regarding Nouwen's various financial matters. Includes publication information such as who is publishing which material and which companies are translating and publishing material in languages other than English. Includes L'Arche Daybreak budgets and financial breakdowns for 1992/1993. Includes correspondence and copies of cheques regarding Prodigal Son poster sales. Also includes Nouwen's schedule from October 1993 to December 1994.
File consists of correspondence and other material regarding Nouwen preaching at the Eucharist and leading a workshop for Anglican seminarians from both Wycliffe and Trinity Colleges at Wycliffe College, University of Toronto. Includes copies of the readings and a map of the University of Toronto, St. George campus.
File consists of correspondence and other material from Don McClanen, regarding a group of six people from the Ministry of Money visiting Daybreak. Includes a postcard and a brochure from the Ministry of Money.
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 correspondence and other material regarding Nouwen's presentation for Kairos and Bethany House in San Francisco, California. The theme was 'Support and Recognition for Persons Dealing with HIV and Special Acknowledgement of their Caregivers.' Includes correspondence from people wishing to see Nouwen while he is in the San Francisco area, a map of California, and a brochure for Kairos. Also includes printed material from Michael Christensen and Rebecca Laird.
File consists of correspondence from Joan Nesser arranging a retreat at Daybreak. Annotations on a letter indicate the retreat was set for July 26th to August 2nd at the Dayspring. Notes in Nouwen's hand are on the back of one of the letters entitled "The Lord is Risen."
File consists of Nouwen's handwritten notes entitled "What is at risk?" regarding possible book on the circus (trapeze). Includes travel itinerary for the month of August, a news clipping in Dutch, and a letter from Morag Reeve, editor, requesting to meet with Nouwen while he is in London, England.
File consists of correspondence and other material regarding Nouwen's leadership at a mini-renewal for assistants from L'Arche at the Spiritual Centre near Frederick, Maryland. Includes a fax giving the details of the budget, team members, and program for the event. Also includes a list of participants, schedule, thank you card, and a copy of an honorarium cheque. Also includes notes in Nouwen's hand on his schedule, his talks centered around the theme of "Home."
File consists of correspondence, mainly from Bob Ferrigan and Don McNeil, and other material regarding Nouwen speaking at the Sacred Heart Church, Winnetka, Illinois. Nouwen spoke on "The Lessons of L'Arche - How They Speak to Our Spirituality." Includes flyer, church bulletin with piece on Nouwen, boarding passes, and a copy of a cheque for travel expenses. Also includes an article "Down-Syndrome Doll Gets Warm Welcome," the New York Times, December 12, 1992.
File consists of correspondence with Brian Halferty, regarding Nouwen acting as the keynote speaker for the Annual Conference of the Catholic School Chaplains of Ontario at Mount Carmel, in Niagara Falls, Ontario. The theme of the event was "We Come to Share Our Story." Includes a schedule for the event and a list of themes and related questions. Also includes a letter of response from Nouwen stating that he can only participate in the first day of the event.
File consists of a letter from Sister Laurine Luft regarding a possible visit to Daybreak with Father Dan Hyler in May 1993. There is nothing to indicate whether or not this visit took place.
File consists of correspondence with Ron MacKinnon regarding Nouwen giving a talk at [Mohawk College], Hamilton, to raise funds for the Pastoral Services Department of St. Joseph's Hospital. Includes a letter of invitation and a letter, from Kathy Christie, detailing suggested themes and Nouwen's requirements for the talk.
File consists of correspondence, with Marty O'Malley, regarding Nouwen's visit to L'Arche Mobile in Mobile, Alabama. Nouwen gave a talk entitled "Finding Our Sacred Center" at Dauphin Way United Methodist Church. Nouwen also met with the Board and small groups, helped with a day of reflection, and had an interview with Bob Grip at All Saints. Includes travel itinerary, accommodation arrangements, schedule and a brochure.
File consists of two photographs of several L'Arche Daybreak community members in the process of painting a large poster for Nouwen's 60th birthday celebrations, including Bill Van Buren and Fr. Francis Maurice.
File consists of three photographs, taken by an unknown professional photographer, of Nouwen at the wedding of Marcel and Darla Wegman at St. Mary Immaculate Church (Richmond Hill, ON) on January 25, 1992.
File consists of three photographs of Nouwen, wearing a gray beret, green jacket and tan pants, outdoors with members of the Fraternity of the Priests of L'Arche.
File consists of three photographs, taken by professional photographer Ron van den Bosch, of Nouwen, wearing a blue collared shirt, seated in Rodleigh Steven's trailer likely during a visit with the Barum Circus in Germany.
File consists of 6 audio cassettes featuring talks given by Fr. Bill Clarke at a Covenant Retreat (Retraite de l'Alliance) from October 19 - 25, 1992. The talks are in English and in French.
File consists of a letter from Sr. Diane [last name unknown] and all the Sisters at Our Lady of Grace Monastery (North Guilford, CT), regarding the death of Sr. Rose Ainslie. File also includes a copy of the program for her Mass of Christian Burial, a copy of her obituary, and a card with her dates of birth and death and a scripture verse.
File consists of a letter from The Ansgar Charitable Foundation announcing the move of its office and the retirement of Mr. Hans Kruitwagen as president.
File consists of a letter from Kathlyn S. Baldwin, expressing appreciation for Nouwen's writing, and a booklet in a series of "Care Notes" she wrote entitled "Sharing your grief, easing your loss."
File consists of three letters from Robert (Bob) and Janet Ball, Nathan Ball's parents, and a copy of "The Prodigal Son, in F" (adaptation of the parable) written by their friend Harry Pike. File also includes a copy of a typed letter from Nouwen.