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Henri Nouwen Quotes: I loved to teach, I loved my students, but I wanted to find a community. I prayed:
         

I loved to teach, I loved my students, but I wanted to find a community. I prayed: "Lord, show me where you want me to go. I will go wanted wherever you call me - but please be clear."


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