When we break bread and give it to each other, fear vanishes and God becomes very close. — Henri Nouwen
Much violence is based on the illusion that life is a property to be defended and not to be shared. — Henri Nouwen
Joy does not simply happen to us. We have to choose joy and keep choosing it every day. — Henri Nouwen
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