The biography of Douglas Steere depicts his many sided calling - Quaker global minister, organizer of relief for war-torn Finland, ecumenical pioneer, peacemaker, Quaker visionary and guide, teacher of prayer, midwife of saints, and existential realist philosopher. This book discloses Douglas Steere's remarkabale gift for affirming and encourgaing others. This gift stands out in a world-wide ministry pursued with boundless energy so that each could grasp how much his or her own life matters.