Making All Things Newis an eloquent and simple explanation of the spiritual life from Henri J.M. Nouwen, author ofLetters to Marc About JesusandA Letter of Consolationand oneof the most influential spiritual writers of our time.

[Henri Nouwen] offers faith in plain speech, solid nourishment for the soul.Kathleen Norris, author ofThe Cloister Walk

An invitation to the peace of mind and all-embracing love that is called the Holy Spirit. The Lutheran

In this little book, Nouwen urges us the one thing necessary: a total, fearless listening to the Father. The Living Church

It so clearly and beautifully lets us know where, and when, and what kind of event is the spiritual life. The Presbyterian Outlook

An instructive and gentle book. Henri Nouwen does more than tell us that solitude and community are essential for the spiritual life. His words impart a spirit that will better enable his readers to provide themselves with these seemingly contradictory necessities.Elizabeth OConnor, author ofJourney Inward, Journey Outward