The Beloved Son: A remarkable new play inspired by the life of Henri Nouwen

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Friday, October 24, 2025 - 7:30pm
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Henri Nouwen (1932-1996 was a Dutch Catholic priest, psychologist and professor who reache  the heights of academic success at Yale and Harvard, before abandoning everything before abandoning everything to join the community of L'Arche Daybreak.

He became part of a lifesharing movement, seeking to make known the gifts of people with intellectural disabilities, exploring their unique talents and creating a welcoming home of friendship and belonging.

To some, Henri Nouwen put his brilliant career into reverse, rishing the loss of reputation,  to otheres his life was a prophetic challenge to church and society.

The Beloved Son is a moving solo performance exploring hope and longing, family dynamics, emotional crisis and the profound insights of a man who became one of the greatest spiritual writers of teh Twentieth Century.

Tickets: $25 (suggested). Click HERE to order.

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