The Wounded Healer : Ministry in Contemporary Society (CD-Audio)

from homeschoolmimzi

I've read only two of Nouwen's books so far, and just from those I can say his books warrant a 2nd and maybe a 3rd reading. His insights are rich, dense, and provoke a lot of contemplation. This is most definitely not a book to peruse through, but something to meditate on. I love the title- it pe...

from LTW

Nouwen has come up with a balanced and creative theology of service that begins with the realization of fundamental woundedness in human nature. Emphasizing that which is in humanity common to both minister and believer, this woundedness can serve as a source of strength and healing when counseli...

from peacemover

This powerfully written, yet simple book changed my life! In "The Wounded Healer," Nouwen addresses one of the main challenges of the human condition- our weaknesses. These wounds, as Nouwen refers to them, are so often viewed as sources of shame and guilt for us. He reminds us all, however, that...

from Bob1438

Thoughtful and insightful.

from tcarter

In this analysis of Christian pastoral care Nouwen takes a look at ministry in the modern context from four different perspectives. He begins with the dislocations of modern people in the nuclear age. Some of this analysis feels a little dated as some of the developments of post-modernism are mis...