How might someone's disability shape not only their view of God, but of the church? Turning to the lived experiences of people with disabilities and caregivers for children with disabilities, this book provides theological reflections on their images of the church. Attuning to these often ignored voices provides thought-provoking insights into what the church and other religious communities can do and have failed to do for and alongside its disabled members and their caregivers. Embracing ...

DEEP, DARK & UNSETTLING: 100+ Gothic Classics in One Edition is a masterful curation of the most evocative and haunting tales from the annals of Gothic literature. This anthology offers a rich tapestry of themes, exploring the dark recesses of human nature, supernatural events, and the eerie atmospheres that define the genre. Through diverse styles ranging from the poetic melancholy of Robert Browning to the chilling narratives of Edgar Allan Poe, each piece unveils a different facet of th...

Professionalism is not a title. It is a standard you consistently uphold.Representing someone at work carries responsibility. Their livelihood may be at stake, information may be incomplete, and a deadline may leave little time to act. Good intentions need to be supported by preparation, fair assessment and decisions that can be explained.Professional Representation: A Framework for Developing Professional Representatives offers a practical approach to that responsibility. ...

The city of Arkham falls prey to ghoulish dread in this chilling anthology of action-packed adventure, from the bestselling world of Arkham HorrorSomething monstrous has come to Arkham, Massachusetts. There have always been shadows here, but now a new hunger has risen from the depths and threatens those who dwell here. But there are heroes too – people who stand up and fight to stem the tide, even when it costs them everything. Explore eig...

A Blackstone Fortress anthologyMany are the adventurers brave or mad enough to enter the Blackstone Fortress in search of riches, relics and secrets. Ratlings, robots and rogue traders and more would-be heroes besides all pursue their own agendas in a collection of action-packed short stories.READ IT BECAUSEVenture into the treacherous depths of the Blackstone Fortress in a collection of tales that showcase the many explorers in the...

As parents of a son with disabilities, Thomas E. Reynolds and his wife know what it's like to be misunderstood by a church community. In Vulnerable Communion, Reynolds draws upon that personal experience and a diverse body of literature to empower churches and individuals to foster deeper hospitality toward persons with disabilities.Reynolds argues that the Christian story is one of strength coming from weakness, of wholeness emerging from brokenness, and of power in vulne...

For half a century René Girard’s theories of mimetic desire and scapegoating have captivated the imagination of thinkers and doers in many fields as an incisive look into the human condition, particularly the roots of violence. In a 1993 interview with Rebecca Adams, he highlighted the positive dimensions of mimetic phenomena without expanding on what they might be. Now, two decades later, this groundbreaking book systematically explores the positive side of mimetic theory in the context o...

DEEP, DARK & UNSETTLING: 100+ Gothic Classics in One Edition is an exceptional anthology that captures the haunting beauty and profound complexity of Gothic literature. This meticulously curated collection traverses a labyrinth of atmospheric tales and chilling narratives penned by celebrated literary figures. The diverse array of macabre plots and sublime styles offers a captivating journey through shadowy manors, psychological intrigue, and supernatural reckonings. Standout pieces within...

Mystique of the Darkness: 100+ Gothic Classics maps the Gothic imagination across more than a century of supernatural terror, psychological unease, romantic melancholy, and social transgression. Its capacious selection moves among novels, tales, poems, and proto-detective mysteries, tracing ruined castles, haunted houses, spectral doubles, forbidden knowledge, and the unstable boundaries between reason and nightmare. Landmark narratives of vampirism, scientific overreach, ancestral crime, ...

In 'Into Eternal Darkness: 100+ Gothic Classics in One Edition,' the spine-chilling allure of Gothic literature comes to life with a compilation exploring the shadowy landscapes of the human psyche. This anthology spans diverse literary styles from sinister horror, dark romanticism, to supernatural thrillers, capturing the essence of the Gothic movement over centuries. Readers will find a tapestry of tales that weave through themes of mystery, terror, and the sublime, with haunting echoes ...

Unlock the full potential of Excel 2024 and become a proficient data handler with this comprehensive guide tailored for beginners. Say goodbye to confusion and hello to clarity as you embark on a step-by-step journey to mastering charts, functions, formulas, and pivot tables.BenefitsGain confidence in navigating through charts and unraveling complex formulasLearn how to transform data into compelling visuali...

Some friendships are built on trust. Others are built on secrets.Lisa has everything she ever dreamed of-a devoted husband, a successful life, and a future that seems untouchable. But when her childhood best friend, Shai, arrives on her doorstep before dawn, desperate for a place to hide, Lisa doesn't hesitate to open her home.What begins as an act of loyalty quickly unravels into something far more dangerous.As Shai struggles to outrun the shadows ...