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Don’t Try to Ride the Wave of 20th-Century Ministry Leaders, are you called to a place where Jesus’ name is most often spouted as a curse word? Because in the 21st-century, the culture is shifting. The “easy places” are increasingly post-Christian—even pre-Christian. If you want to minister successfully right now, you must: • Learn the mind-shifts necessary to make disciples in the world as it exists today • Rethink outmoded ideas of funding, metrics, and team-building • Find out how to model a faith community that’s relevant to the needs of the culture where God’s ...

Discover the pioneering world of shelter security in crisis zones with "Securing Shelter," a compelling guide designed to equip you with the essential insights needed to ensure safety and comfort in the most challenging environments. This eBook delves into a comprehensive strategy, encompassing everything from location selection to resilient design, adaptable technologies, and community empowerment, all tailored for high-risk areas. Learn from real-world case studies across the globe, from the Middle East to Sub-Saharan Africa, as you explore community-based approaches that go beyond the ...

Frank Altman, a legendary figure in the Community Development Finance industry, offers a systematic argument for why and how American capitalism can be extended to people from every walk of life, including those from low-income census tracks. He explores the history and cultural realities that have created an unequal financial playing field, particularly for BIPOC communities and how innovative approaches can create sound investment devices and exponential growth in minority and women-owned businesses and increase levels of home ownership.

Over 30 years, Burning Man has gone from two families on a San Francisco beach to a global movement in which hundreds of thousands of people around the world create events on every continent. It has been the subject of fawning media profiles, an exhibit in the Smithsonian, and is beloved by tech billionaires and boho counterculturalists alike. But why does it matter? What does it actually have to offer us? The answer, Caveat Magister writes, is simple: Burning Man's philosophy can help us build better communities.

Veteran community organizer Paul Born's work has contributed to lowering cancer rates in Maine, improving mental health for young people in Florida, and reducing poverty rates in Canada by 20 percent. In this much-needed new book, he shares stories of how he was able to catalyze local communities and guide them to make significant progress on seemingly intractable community problems.

If you have had an abortion, know someone who has, or desire to make a pro-life impact in your community, Created to Live features resources, hard truths, and practical steps to help end the abortion epidemic.

Don’t read the comments. It’s advice that feels as old as the internet, yet more relevant than ever. The tools we once hailed for their power to connect people and spark creativity can also be hotbeds of hate and harassment. Gupta interviews people who have built and sustained fascinating online communities in our unpredictable digital climate, and dives deep with activists, organizers, journalists, and executives to find out what strategies work best for them. Is there really such a thing as a recipe for success?

Discover the graceful art of cross-stitch with the compelling, new eBook, "Stitching the Basics." True to its title, this eBook is an encompassing guide, essential for everyone from seasoned needle artists seeking refreshing insights to the individuals eagerly venturing their first step into the world of cross-stitch. The book systematically unfolds the world of cross-stitch, beginning from the chapters engulfing the very essence of Cross-Stitch, its purpose, and nuances. It proceeds by guiding you through multiple important topics including selection of threads, yarns, needles, fabrics and...

Jesus told a parable that has been a guide for me over the years. If you can develop the four characteristics inspired by the parable of the four soils, you will discover your calling and bring about so much good in our broken world. A spiritually receptive, tenacious, intentional, and proactive person will experience the presence and peace of God and have a hundred times the impact.

Dive into the world of creative transformation with "The Upcycler's Toolbox"—an eBook that brings the art of repurposing to your fingertips. Get ready to breathe new life into the old, forge beauty from the forgotten, and embark on a journey towards sustainable living without missing a single beat. Imagine an introduction that paves the way to a greener planet, where "The Upcycler's Toolbox" lays the foundation for eco-friendly innovation and intricate crafts. As you flip through the virtual chapters, you'll cultivate a resourceful mentality, nurtured by an in-depth understanding of ...

Destiny offers the vision of a positive future for humanity and a practical blueprint for how to achieve a sustainable, peaceful, and just global community. At this most important moment in human history, technology is giving us the power to remake the world into a garden of plenty. At the same time, we face dark, existential crises—climate catastrophe, the continuing threat of nuclear weapons, and futile reliance on achieving “security” through military escalation, as examples.

A Christianity Today survey identified the most common self-described leadership weaknesses to be in strategizing, visioning, and entrepreneurial skills. But there is a tension that exists between dreaming, vision-casting, and being able to actually pull it off. What is from God, what is from our own imaginations, how do we recognize the difference, and then what do we do with it? In Pastorpreneur, pastor and speaker John Jackson equips pastors to employ businesslike strategic planning and innovation skills to enhance their congregational leadership.

Pilgrimage is a sacred tradition that has existed around the world for centuries. Every year, more than 100 million devotees from different cultures and faiths embark on journeys to such holy sites as Santiago de Compostela, Mecca, and Banaras. For some, making a pilgrimage is a spiritual act, while for others it is a secular experience of personal restoration. And yet there has never existed a tradition of pilgrimage within the US. Cultural geographer James E. Mills makes a compelling case for the creation of a network of American pilgrimage routes to heal societal divisions....

Imagine transforming your compact living space into a lush, vertical oasis, where abundant vegetables climb towards the sky, and harvests are bountiful, defying the limits of square footage. "The High-Rise Harvest" is your personal guide to reaping the rewards of vertical vegetable gardening right where you live, turning any small space into a source of life and nourishment. Dive into a world where the fundamentals of vertical gardening are vividly brought to life within this comprehensive guide, offering you an opportunity to explore the countless benefits of producing vegetables in a way ...

Fresh with discovery of African rhythms, a beginning djembe player tries to fit in with the local jam group, bucking the convention of cover tunes led by frontmen with guitars. On the one hand, he’s emboldened by freedom’s mantra, “It’s all good.” But harmony is not a given, when anxiety and impatience meet ego and status. Leaning on the upbeat and offbeat, a compromise might be struck in the reggae mode, a Third World feel. One way or another, the drop-ins and old hands at the Friday Night Jam have to find a way to get along, and more: to find gold in the moment. Part prose riff ...

Mwangi dreams of becoming a renowned jewelry maker, but all he finds in the bustling marketplace are broken beads and discarded scraps. Undeterred, he gathers these forgotten treasures with the help of his loving mother and supportive friends. As he transforms them into beautiful, colorful necklaces, his unique creations catch the eye of a kind merchant. Soon, Mwangi’s jewelry becomes more than just adornments—they symbolize hope, resilience, and unity for his entire village.

Step into a world where the rustic charm of agricultural landscapes meets the dynamism of artistic expression with "Stacks of Imagination." This groundbreaking eBook unveils the untapped potential of hay bales as not just fodder but as a vibrant medium for remarkable works of art. Imagine transforming the simplicity of hay into extraordinary sculptural masterpieces. Navigate through the fascinating evolution of hay bale art, where each twist and tie culminates in a visual symphony of texture and form. "Stacks of Imagination" is a definitive guide, inviting you on a journey from its roots in...

Will you join The Exceptional Life R-Evolution? What will you say when you look back on your life? Will you think, “I lived an exceptional life”? Who doesn’t want to live an exceptional life, filled with exceptional work and life experiences? Everyone can live an exceptional life, and the resources in this audiobook will provide you the guidance necessary to do so successfully. As we learn, grow, and evolve our performance, sharing the success of our experiences along the way, we will ignite the exceptional life r-evolution!

Unleash the magic of ultimate customer service with "Enchanting Customers"! This comprehensive guide illuminates the path to transforming ordinary RPG stores into extraordinary havens where customer experience is not just paramount but enchanting. Discover how to cast a spell on your clientele right from the onset! In Chapter 1, uncover what customer experience truly implies in the context of RPG stores and grasp the weight it carries in this digital era. Equip yourself to decode the complex layers of your target market in Chapter 2, learn their whims and wishes, and chart their behavioural...

Consider this book your ally as you move deeper into the adventure of creativity. Syncreate is about the synergy of co-creation; it embodies the spirit of collaboration. Think of it as an approach to creative project management that can be used by anyone from students to artists and individuals to organizational teams.