A chance encounter with a reproduction of Rembrandt's painting The Return of the Prodigal Son catapulted Henri Nouwen into a long spiritual adventure In his highly-acclaimed book of the same title he shares the deeply personal meditation that led him to discover the place within which God has chosen to dwell This Lent course which has been adapted from the book helps us to reflect on the meaning of the parable for our own lives Divided into five sessions the course moves through the parable exploring our reaction to the story the younger son's leaving & return the father's restoration of sonship the elder son's resentment & the father's compassion All of us who have experienced loneliness dejection jealousy or anger will respond to the persistent themes of homecoming affirmation & reconciliation Each session contained on the CD
Includes:: extracts from the book by Henri Nouwen & background information about Henri Nouwen's life as well as suggestions for reflection Notes for Group Leaders & written questions for group discussion are also included in the enclosed booklet