The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast

CNLP 595 | Richard Foster and Brenda Quinn On the Journey From A Type Leader to a Contemplative Life, The Disciplines of Solitude , Silence and Humility + Reflections on The Lives of Eugene Peterson, Henri Nouwen and Dallas Willard

Sep 7, 2023

Richard Foster, author of Celebration of Discipline, and Pastor Brenda Quinn discuss Richard's journey from a Type A leader to a contemplative life. They explore the disciplines of solitude, silence, and humility. Richard reflects on Eugene Peterson, Henri Nouwen, and Dallas Willard, revealing what made them who they were.

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Richard Foster

Brenda Quinn

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The podcast emphasizes the value of spiritual disciplines such as solitude, silence, and humility in personal growth.

Community plays a significant role in spiritual growth, promoting learning and growth among diverse congregations.

Humility is highlighted as a central virtue that fosters personal and spiritual development, encouraging listeners to seek humility as an essential aspect of discipleship.

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Embracing Spiritual Formation and the Contemplative Life

In this podcast episode, the importance of spiritual formation is explored, featuring Richard Foster and Brenda Quinn. They discuss the journey from being a type A leader to embracing a contemplative life. Topics such as solitude, silence, and humility are explored, along with the influence of spiritual leaders Eugene Peterson and Henry Nouwen. The podcast emphasizes the value of spiritual disciplines and their impact on personal growth.

Introduction

5min

Collaboration and Excitement for Continuing the Conversation

2min

Journey to a Contemplative Life

19min

Learning to Say No and Prioritizing Family

19min

The Importance of Humility

14min

The Tension between Humility and Leadership

15min

Humorous Story and Finding Joy in Life

1min

Faith, Reflection, and Cultivating Humility

6min

Learning from Others and Cultivating Humility

4min

10.

Encouraging Sharing and Promoting Future Guests

2min

In this episode, Carey is joined by Richard Foster, author of Celebration of Discipline, and Pastor Brenda Quinn.

They talk about Richard's journey from a Type A leader to a contemplative life and the disciplines of solution, humility, and silence. Plus, Richard reflects on knowing Eugene Peterson, Henri Nouwen, and Dallas Willard and what made them who they were.

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