Drawing on the writings and wisdom of Henri J. M. Nouwen’s themes of caregiving, Marjorie J. Thompson offers a vulnerable exploration of caregiving intertwined with both her own many years of intimate caregiving of family members and collected stories of caregivers in varied settings and stages of life.

While not shying away from the demanding physical, emotional, and spiritual challenges of caregiving, Courage for Caregivers also celebrates the gifts of caregiving grounded in the belovedness both caregiver and care receiver share in God’s eyes.

Practical leader guides and resources make Courage for Caregivers a tool that moves smoothly from individual encouragement to group and congregational ministry to develop support for the universal experience of caregiving. The companion volume, Hope for Caregivers, is a 42-day devotional that will help turn Nouwen and Thompson’s wisdom into a daily practice.

Henri Nouwen's life and writings on the spiritual life continue to touch millions of people in dozens of languages. After being ordained in 1957, he undertook further studies in psychology in the United States. Since his death in 1996, ever-increasing numbers of readers, writers, teachers, and seekers have been guided by his literary legacy.

PRAISE FOR THE BOOKS:

"Marjorie Thompson's authoring of Courage for Caregivers is a unique and rich contribution to the vocation of caregiving, which Marjorie knew both as freely chosen and as accepted in loving duty."

Sue Mosteller, literary executrix and trustee for Henri Nouwen Legacy

"Caregiving can be a difficult role, whether you are a family caregiver or care for others in the workplace. Hope for Caregivers is sure to support and inspire caregivers in any setting."

Michelle O'Rourke, author of Healthy Caregiving: Perspectives for Caring Professionals in Company with Henri J. M. Nouwen

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