The Selfless Way of Christ: Downward Mobility and the

The Selfless Way of Christ: Downward Mobility and the Spiritual Life (Catholic Theological Ethics in the World Church Book Series #2)

In this short work Henri Nouwen offers a penetrating reflection on the challenge of the spiritual life, especially the call to imitate Christâ€™s example of â€œdownward mobility.â€ This vocation is sorely tested by the constant celebration of â€œupward mobility,â€ which brings to mind the temptations Christ faced in the wilderness: to be â€œpowerful, relevant, and spectacular.â€ To prepare us for this path, Nouwen describes the â€œdisciplines of spiritual formation,â€ represented by the Church, the Word of God, and the promptings of our heart.

Illustrated with drawings by Vincent van Gogh, The Selfless Way of Christ is an inspiring guide for ministers and everyone walking the path of discipleship.

The Selfless Way of Christ: Downward Mobility and the Spiritual Life (Catholic Theological Ethics in the World Church Book Series #2)