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Richard Aldington: Novelist, Biographer and Exile 1930-1962
by Vivien WhelptonThe story of Richard Aldington, outstanding Imagist poet and author of the bestselling war novel Death of a Hero (1929), takes place against the backdrop of some of the most turbulent and creative years of the twentieth century. Vivien Whelpton provides a remarkably detailed and sensitive portrayal of the writer from the age of thirty-eight to his death from a heart attack in 1962. The first volume, Richard Aldington: Poet, Soldier and Lover, described Aldington's life as a stalwart of the pre-war London literary scene, his experience as an infantryman on the Western Front and his postwar personal and creative crises; this second volume seeks to balance the stories of Aldington's subsequent public and private lives through a careful reading of his novels, poems and letters with his circle of acquaintances. The ways in which Aldington's dysfunctional childhood and survivor's guilt continued to haunt him through the inter-war years and beyond are masterfully untangled by an authorwith gifted psychological insight into her subject. Volume Two covers Aldington's personal and public lives as he transformed himself from poet to novelist and from novelist to biographer and explores his debacles and triumphs, particularly in the wake of his hugely controversial attack on the reputation of T.E. Lawrence. This authoritative biography recounts the life of one of the most underrated writers of the last century.
Every Good Thing: An Introduction to the Material World and the Common Good for Christians
by David W. JonesThe physical world around us should have just as much bearing on how Christians act and think as the life to come. But Christians often don't understand how the Bible speaks directly to this important aspect of everyday life. In Every Good Thing, David W. Jones illustrates the wide variety of areas--wealth and poverty, tithing and creation-care, vocation and Sabbath--impacted by our understanding of the Bible's teaching on the material realm. This short book surveys key concepts and controversies on each topic, accompanied by Bible passages to help readers develop a more robust worldview of the physical world around us. After all, Christians should take the life of Christ as an example for their own--and his life on earth reflected a deep concern for and engagement with the world in which he walked and breathed, worked and lived. So, too, God calls us to think biblically about how our beliefs impact our material lives.
Psychoanalysis and Covidian Life: Common Distress, Individual Experience
by Howard B. Levine and Ana de StaalShowcasing a diverse range of contributions from psychoanalysts of many different countries and theoretical orientations, Psychoanalysis and Covidian Life, a collective work edited by Howard B. Levine and Ana de Staal, offers readers the opportunity to explore and reflect upon the ways in which the Covid-19 pandemic has begun to influence analytical practice. From the changes imposed on the framework (online sessions) to the impact of the trauma of isolation and the disruption of our social anchoring (required by confinement and health protection gestures), to the challenge presented to the 'ordinary' denial of mortality, this book explores the lessons of what the pandemic can teach us about how to understand and treat collective distress individually and puts psychoanalytical tools to the test of the profound psychosocial upheavals that the twenty-first century may hold in store. This book will be of interest to practising and trainee clinicians and anyone with an interest in the all-consuming effects of a global pandemic. Contributions from Christopher Bollas, Patricia Cardoso de Mello, Bernard Chervet, Joshua Durban, Antonino Ferro, Serge Frisch, Steven Jaron, Daniel Kupermann, Howard Levine, Francois Levy, Riccardo Lombardi, Elias & Alberto Rocha Barros, Michael Rustin, Ana de Staal, and Jean-Jacques Tyszler.
Vatican Council II: Reforming Liturgy
by Carmel Pilcher, David Orr, Elizabeth HarringtonSacrosanctum Concilium opened the door to all Christians to understand the contemporary challenge to their life and health, and it started with the reform of the liturgy. In the words of Paul VI the liturgy is the ‘first source of life communicated to us, the first school of our spiritual life, the first gift we can give to Christian people by our believing and praying, and the first invitation to the world.’ That is surely true for all of us.
Business & Economics (Abraham Kuyper Collected Works in Public Theology)
by Abraham KuyperKuyper on the Positive Potential of Business In his vast treasury of writings, Abraham Kuyper addressed nearly every sphere of society, including politics, science, and the arts. But his views on business and economics are often overlooked because he rarely engaged with that sphere directly. Still, his doctrine of common grace has great significance for showing how Christ is at work in the workplace. In this anthology of essays, speeches, and reflections, we see Kuyper's attempts to think positively and creatively about the calling and potential of business. Included are his ideas about economic freedom, the eternal value of earthly work, stewardship and philanthropy, economic globalization, the workings of God's grace in business, and the social function of money.
Reformed Dogmatics in Dialogue: The Theology of Karl Barth and Jonathan Edwards (Studies in Historical and Systematic Theology)
by Anizor, Uche and Strobel, Kyle C.Two Reformed giants in conversation Jonathan Edwards and Karl Barth are widely considered to be the greatest North American and Swiss theologians, respectively. Though situated in vastly different contexts and separated by nearly two hundred years, they shared intriguing similarities. Both employed exegesis, theology, and philosophy with ease. Both reasoned with unique quality, depth, and timelessness. Both resisted liberal shifts of their day while remaining creative thinkers. And both were Reformed without uncritically assuming the tradition. Edited by Uche Anizor and Kyle C. Strobel, Reformed Dogmatics in Dialogue engages Edwards and Barth for constructive dogmatics. Each chapter brings these theologians into conversation on classic theological categories, such as the doctrine of God, atonement, and ecclesiology, as well as topics of particular interest to both, such as aesthetics and philosophy. As with all great theologians, Edwards and Barth continue to illuminate Christian doctrine. Readers will appreciate their rigor of thought and devotion to Christ.
The Older Liszt: Music, World and Spirit
by Peter ColemanFranz Liszt is well known for his early years as 'super-star' pianist who excited audiences throughout Europe, but his later life is also of great interest. In his final 25 years he sought to achieve his life's aims of promoting new forms of music and giving stronger witness to his Christian faith, while continuing to support his stalwart life partner Princess Carolyne. However, he was to face unexpected problems in the continued negative reception of his music and recrimination in his closest relationship. Drawing on detailed analysis of Liszt's correspondence from his fiftieth year onwards, Peter Coleman approaches his later life as a case study of an older person grappling with a succession of often disturbing life experiences. These included the deaths of two of his children, political upheaval and war within Europe, and a growing realisation of his own past failings. Liszt suffered frequent bouts of depression but never ceased composing music nor steadfastly heeding Christ's command to bear one's cross. This sensitive treatment of an extraordinary individual will appeal to the scholar and general reader alike.
Finding Our Voice: A Vision for Asian North American Preaching
by Matthew D. Kim Daniel L. WongNo one preaches in a cultural vacuum. The message of what God has done in Christ is good news to all, but to have the greatest impact on its hearers--or even to be understood at all--it must be culturally contextualized. Finding Our Voice speaks clearly to an issue that has largely been ignored: preaching to Asian North American (ANA) contexts. In addition to reworking hermeneutics, theology, and homiletics for these overlooked contexts, Kim and Wong include examples of culturally-specific sermons and instructive questions for contextualizing one's own sermons. Finding Our Voice is essential reading for all who preach and teach in ANA contexts. But by examining this kind of contextualization in action, all who preach in their own unique contexts will benefit from this approach.
La Scelta di Thomas (Vampiri Scanguards)
by Tina FolsomThomas, vampiro della Scanguards e maestro del controllo mentale, ha fatto da mentore al giovane vampiro Eddie per oltre un anno, e in tutto quel tempo non ha mai smesso di amarlo. Ma è convinto che i suoi sentimenti non saranno mai ricambiati. Durante una ronda notturna a San Francisco alla ricerca di vampiri malvagi, Eddie bacia Thomas come tattica diversiva e rimane scosso dalla sua reazione. È terrorizzato dall'attrazione sessuale che prova per il suo mentore e teme che lasciarsi andare possa distruggere il legame che hanno costruito . Quando il dolore e la delusione per l'incapacità di Eddie di impegnarsi spingono Thomas su una strada oscura e pericolosa, che minaccia di distruggere tutto ciò che ama, solo Eddie potrà salvarlo dal baratro dell'oscurità eterna. Ma Eddie avrà il coraggio di affrontare i suoi veri sentimenti prima che sia troppo tardi, riuscendo a salvare l'uomo che è destinato a lui? Vampiri Scanguards: Desiderio Mortale (Storia breve #½) La Graziosa Mortale di Samson (#1) L'Indomita di Amaury (#2) L'Anima Gemella di Gabriel (#3) Il Rifugio di Yvette (#4) La Salvezza di Zane (#5) L'Amore Infinito di Quinn (#6) La Fame di Oliver (#7) La Scelta di Thomas (#8) Morso Silenzioso (#8 ½) L'Identità di Cain (#9) Il Ritorno di Luther (#10) La Missione di Blake (#11) Riunione Fatidica (#11 ½) Il Desiderio di John (#12) La Tempesta di Ryder (#13) La Conquista di Damian (#14) La Sfida di Grayson (#15) L'Amore Proibito di Isabelle (#16) La Passione di Cooper (#17) Il Coraggio di Vanessa (#18) La serie Vampiri Scanguards ha tutto: amore a prima vista, nemici che diventano amanti, incontri fortuiti, colpo di fulmine, eroe alfa, compagni predestinati, guardia del corpo, banda di fratelli, damigella in pericolo, donna in pericolo, la bella e la bestia, identità nascosta, anime gemelle, primo amore, vergini, eroe tormentato, divario di età, una seconda possibilità d'amore, amante in lutto, ritorno dalla morte, bambino segreto, playboy, rapimenti, da amici ad amanti, coming out, ammiratore segreto, ultimo a saperlo, amore non corrisposto, amnesia, regalità, amore proibito, gemelli identici, partner nella lotta al crimine.
An Introduction to Child and Adolescent Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy
by Jill Savege ScharffWith contributions from Aidalida Altamirano, Carl Bagnini, Ana Maria Barroso, Anabella Brostella, Vali Maduro, Elizabeth Palacios, David Scharff, Jill Savege Scharff, Kate Scharff, Caroline Sehon, Lea Setton, Yolanda Varela, and Janine Wanlass. An Introduction to Child and Adolescent Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy is for adult and child therapists who want to learn about treating children and adolescents from a psychoanalytic perspective. It is a comprehensive introduction to provide adult psychoanalytic therapists with enough information and support to take up the challenge of beginning child and adolescent psychotherapy and to give CBT and sand play therapists access to a psychoanalytic perspective on work with young people. It grew from lectures and discussions with therapists over the course of a two-year training program, covering theory and technique of assessment and therapy, play, ethics, and work with parents. The contributors show how to deal with the common symptom presentations, how to establish a relationship, deal with resistance, engage in play, and interpret unconscious conflict. Included are clinical case conferences and consultations, and North and Central American, European, and Chinese clinical examples provide global relevance. This edited book is a group effort that presents a compendium of basic principles of practice and has a grounding in ethics and research, child and adolescent development, psychoanalytic theory of childhood, wellness and psychopathology of childhood, treatment technique, and consulting in the community to schools, agencies, and family court. This is a must-read book for all professionals engaged in working with children and adolescents, and for psychotherapists who would like to learn more about working with young people from a psychoanalytic perspective.
Demons: What the Bible Really Says About the Powers of Darkness
by Michael S. HeiserThe truth about demons is far stranger—and even more fascinating—than what's commonly believed. Are demons real? Are they red creatures with goatees holding pitchforks and sitting on people's shoulders while whispering bad things? Did a third of the angels really rebel with Satan? Are demons and "principalities and powers" just terms for the same entities, or are they different members of the kingdom of darkness? Is the world a chaotic mess because of what happened in Eden, or is there more to the story of evil? What people believed about evil spiritual forces in ancient biblical times is often very different than what people have been led to believe about them today. And this ancient worldview is missing from most attempts to treat the topic. In Demons, Michael Heiser debunks popular presuppositions about the very real powers of darkness. Rather than traditions, stories, speculations, or myths, Demons is grounded in what ancient people of both the Old and New Testament eras believed about evil spiritual forces and in what the Bible actually says. You'll come away with a sound, biblical understanding of demons, supernatural rebellion, evil spirits, and spiritual warfare.
Une Touche de Grec (Hors de l'Olympe)
by Tina FolsomUn dieu banni, désespéré de trouver la rédemption. Une mortelle courageuse, qui voit au-delà de cette apparence divine. Triton, magnifique dieu grec égoïste, est chassé de l'Olympe après avoir séduit la maîtresse de Zeus et ne pourra y retourner que s'il trouve une femme qui l'aime pour sa gentillesse et son altruisme plutôt que pour sa beauté. Sophia, une mortelle malvoyante, décide d'embaucher un auxiliaire de vie afin de l'aider dans son quotidien après une opération des yeux. Y voyant l'opportunité parfaite pour rentrer chez lui, Triton saisit sa chance et met tout en œuvre pour obtenir le poste. Alors qu'il défend Sophia contre un adversaire inconnu, l'instinct protecteur de Triton fait surface. En parallèle, des dieux rivaux font tout pour le faire échouer dans sa quête. Va-t-il réussir à déjouer leurs plans et obtenir l'amour de la jeune femme ? Dans ce cas, Triton rejettera-t-il Sophia pour rentrer chez lui, ou donnera-t-il son cœur à la seule personne qui le voit tel qu'il est vraiment ? Plongez dans le premier tome captivant de la série Hors de l'Olympe, une romance paranormale torride et humoristique où des dieux bannis découvrent le charme enivrant de l'amour chez les mortels. Suivez le parcours de Triton alors qu'il navigue entre les intrigues divines perfides à son encontre et l'attirance indéniable qu'il ressent pour la femme qui pourrait changer son destin à tout jamais. Hors de l'Olympe Une Touche de Grec (#1) Un Parfum de Grec (#2) Un Goût de Grec (#3) Un Souffle de Grec (#4) Gardiens de la Nuit Amant Révélé (#1) Maître Affranchi (#2) Guerrier Bouleversé (#3) Gardien Rebelle (#4) Immortel Dévoilé (#5) Protecteur Sans Égal (#6) Démon Libéré (#7) Les Vampires Scanguards La belle mortelle de Samson (#1) La provocatrice d'Amaury (#2) La partenaire de Gabriel (#3) L'enchantement d'Yvette (#4) La rédemption de Zane (#5) L'éternel amour de Quinn (#6) Les désirs d'Oliver (#7) Le choix de Thomas (#8) Discrète morsure (#8 ½) L'identité de Cain (#9) Le retour de Luther (#10) La promesse de Blake (#11) Fatidiques Retrouvailles (#11 ½) L'espoir de John (#12) La tempête de Ryder (#13) La conquête de Damian (#14) Le défi de Grayson (#15) L'amour interdit d'Isabelle (#16) La passion de Cooper (#17) Le courage de Vanessa (#18) Les Vampires de Venise Nouvelle 1 : Raphael & Isabella Nouvelle 2 : Dante & Viola Nouvelle 3 : Lorenzo & Bianca Nouvelle 4 : Nico & Oriana Nouvelle 5 : Marcello & Jane Nom de Code Stargate Ace en Fuite (#1) Fox en Vue (#2) Yankee dans le Vent (#3) Tiger à l'Affût (#4) Hawk en Chasse (#5) La Quête du Temps Changement de Sort (#1) Présage du Destin (#2) Le Club des éternels célibataires Tome 1 : L'escort attitrée Tome 2 : L'amante attitrée Tome 3 : L'épouse attitrée Tome 4 : Une folle nuit Tome 5 : Une simple erreur Tome 6 : Une Touche de feu Thriller Témoin Oculaire
Richard Hooker and the Vision of God: Exploring the Origins of 'Anglicanism'
by Charles MillerCharles Miller's rigorous and sensitive examination of Richard Hooker's theology makes a valuable addition to the field of study of the cleric, one of the founding theologians of modern Anglicanism. Miller examines Hooker's works in detail, leading the reader through different facets of his vision of God: creation, Scripture, the sacraments, and practices of Christian devotion. Hooker's theology challenges an increasingly time-bound, relativistic approach to doctrine and truth; his sources were as wide, as ancient, and as modern as Hooker could make them. Miller's thoughtful analysis is informed throughout by an understanding of the context of Hooker's theological development against the backdrop of continental Calvinism and the remnants of Roman Catholicism in England. The growth of interest in Hooker among specialists has been accompanied by an abandonment of the serious study of Hooker's thought among theological students, clergy and theologians. Miller's work addresses thislack; Hooker's insights must not be forgotten in the daily distribution of theological food to Christian people. A study which attunes readers to Hooker's particular theological 'voice' and teaches its value both in his own context and as a present-day interlocutor, this volume will be of great interest to Christians and theological students alike.
How Should We then Die?: A Christian Response to Physician-Assisted Death
by Ewan C. Goligher"My times are in thy hand." Explains why physician-assisted death is attractive Makes a case for the value of life and wrongness of killing Argues from general revelation and Scripture Helps Christians undercut the logic of euthanasia As more people accept the practice of physician-assisted death, Christians must decide whether to embrace or oppose it. Is it ethical for physicians to assist patients in hastening their own death? Should Christians who are facing death accept the offer of an assisted death? In How Should We then Die?, physician Ewan Goligher draws from general revelation and Scripture to persuade and equip Christians to oppose physician-assisted death. Euthanasia presumes what it is like to be dead. But for Christians, death is not the end. Christ Jesus has destroyed death and brought life and immortality through the gospel.
Stewardship: For the Care of Souls (Lexham Ministry Guides)
by Nathan Meador Heath CurtisStewardship isn't just managing resources—it's soul care. Stewardship of time, talents, and treasure isn't just about sustaining the material of the church. It's about guiding those resources in service of the church's primary mission: proclaiming the good news of Jesus Christ. Stewarding the lambs of Christ that make up your congregation encompasses all aspects of their lives—material and spiritual. Nathan Meador and Heath R. Curtis present a practical theology of stewardship focused on ministry in service of the gospel. Guiding pastors away from the pitfalls of idolatry around money, they instead call stewards to embrace their identity in Christ and encourage their congregations to do the same. This fresh approach to stewardship reorients both individuals and congregations toward their true purpose as stewards who have been baptized into Christ. Stewardship will help pastors to teach and preach stewardship as a call to repentance and new life.
The Way to Isfahan: And Passing through Muscat - An Account of a Trip to Persia and Oman in 1900
by Pierre LotiFrom 17 April, 1900, to 6 June of that year, Pierre Loti travelled in a private capacity from Bushire on the Persian Gulf, northwards through Shiraz, Persepolis, Isfahan and Tehran, before returning via the Caspian Sea to Europe. This is the personal day-by-day account of his journey, the hardships of the mountainous terrain and the empty desert. Loti excels in his descriptions of the world around him: the sky, the mountains, the fertile plains, the deserted desert. His descriptions of the people he meets, their dress and manners are remarkable. Loti had come from India and on his way to the Gulf, he stopped off at Muscat and his account of this brief visit was published as 'En passant a Mascate' (Passing through Muscat). This is the first English translation of both texts.
Occhio Cieco
by Jan Coffey May McGoldrickINTRAPPOLATA NELL'OSCURITÀ, NON HA PIÙ TEMPO... CONTO ALLA ROVESCIA PER IL DISASTRO DI CHERNOBYL... L'OROLOGIO INIZIA ORA. Tick… La scienziata Marion Kagan è l'unica sopravvissuta all'attacco armato contro la struttura segreta dove il suo team stava lavorando a un progetto top-secret. Ferita e intrappolata sotto le macerie, sa che deve impedire a ogni costo che campioni radioattivi sfuggano al controllo. Se fallisce, milioni di vite saranno in pericolo. …tick… A migliaia di chilometri di distanza, in un ospedale psichiatrico del Connecticut, la sorella gemella di Marion – in coma da anni – si agita improvvisamente nel suo letto. Qualcosa è cambiato. I medici decidono di utilizzare su di lei un programma sperimentale per "leggere" le immagini nella sua mente. Quello che scoprono va oltre ogni spiegazione scientifica… e li sconvolge. …tick… Un ex soldato americano, appena tornato dall'Iraq e alla ricerca di uno scopo, accende distrattamente il telegiornale. La notizia dell'esplosione nella struttura di ricerca passa quasi inosservata… finché non si rende conto che il destino gli ha appena assegnato una nuova missione. Una missione che lo trascinerà in un pericoloso gioco di intrighi internazionali e cospirazioni aziendali. …tick… Con il tempo che scorre inesorabile, tre vite si intrecciano in una corsa disperata contro il disastro. Legate da misteri scientifici, legami psichici e scelte fatali, Marion, sua sorella e il soldato si trovano al centro di una minaccia che potrebbe cambiare per sempre il destino dell'umanità. Il tempo stringe. Il conto alla rovescia è iniziato. Cosa dicono i lettori: "Questo libro mi è piaciuto molto. Jan Coffey ha costruito una trama complessa e assolutamente credibile. Grande attenzione ai dettagli scientifici e umani. Prima di iniziare, assicuratevi di avere tempo: non riuscirete più a smettere di leggere!" ★★★★★ "Ho scoperto Jan Coffey dopo aver lasciato l'esercito negli anni '90. Ogni suo romanzo è meglio del precedente. Suspense pura, scrittura impeccabile." ★★★★★
Immortel Dévoilé (Les Gardiens de la Nuit)
by Tina FolsomLe Gardien de la Nuit Manus doit empêcher la fille d'une émissaire assassinée d'enquêter sur la mort de sa mère, afin qu'elle ne découvre pas l'existence des démons et des Gardiens de la Nuit. Pourtant, Kim a besoin de réponses, des réponses qui la mettront sur une trajectoire de collision avec les démons, qu'elle n'est pas préparée à combattre. À PROPOS DE LA SÉRIE Capables de se rendre invisibles, les Gardiens de la Nuit immortels protègent depuis des siècles les humains de la puissance obscure des Démons de la Peur. Les Gardiens vivent dans des bastions invisibles pour les humains comme pour les démons, mais le danger n'est jamais loin. Seuls les Gardiens de la Nuit s'interposent entre l'humanité et les plans diaboliques des démons, qui veulent régner sur l'humanité. Tout en protégeant les humains des démons et de leur chef maléfique Zoltan, le Grand Leader, ils doivent risquer leur propre vie pour accomplir leur mission sans que les humains ne découvrent qui ils sont. Mais tout ne se passe pas comme prévu. Et même les gardiens immortels peuvent tomber amoureux. ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ Lara Adrian, auteure de la série Midnight Breed, best-seller du New York Times : "Préparez-vous à une aventure fantastique ! Les Gardiens de la Nuit sont la seule chose qui se dresse entre l'humanité et une race démoniaque déterminée à dominer le monde. Pour une romance paranormale au rythme effréné et aux enjeux majeurs, ne manquez pas d'ajouter Tina Folsom à votre liste de lectures à ne pas manquer !" Les Gardiens de la Nuit Amant Révélé (#1) Maître Affranchi (#2) Guerrier Bouleversé (#3) Gardien Rebelle (#4) Immortel Dévoilé (#5) Protecteur Sans Égal (#6) Démon Libéré (#7) Les Vampires Scanguards La belle mortelle de Samson (#1) La provocatrice d'Amaury (#2) La partenaire de Gabriel (#3) L'enchantement d'Yvette (#4) La rédemption de Zane (#5) L'éternel amour de Quinn (#6) Les désirs d'Oliver (#7) Le choix de Thomas (#8) Discrète morsure (#8 ½) L'identité de Cain (#9) Le retour de Luther (#10) La promesse de Blake (#11) Fatidiques Retrouvailles (#11 ½) L'espoir de John (#12) La tempête de Ryder (#13) La conquête de Damian (#14) Le défi de Grayson (#15) L'amour interdit d'Isabelle (#16) La passion de Cooper (#17) Le courage de Vanessa (#18) La séduction de Patrick (#19) Autres séries : Les Vampires de Venise Hors de l'Olympe Nom de Code Stargate La Quête du Temps Le club des éternels célibataires Thriller : Témoin Oculaire La série Gardiens de la Nuit a tout pour plaire : des coups de foudre, des ennemis devenus amants, de jolies rencontres , des héros alpha, des compagnons prédestinés, des gardes du corps, une bande de frères, des demoiselles en détresse, des femmes en danger, une identité cachée, l'invisibilité, des âmes sœurs, des héros torturés, un écart d'âge, un amour de la seconde chance, un amant en deuil, le retour d'entre les morts, un bébé secret, des enlèvements, des amis devenus amants, un admirateur secret, le dernier à savoir, un amour non partagé, un amour interdit, des partenaires dans la lutte contre la criminalité.
A Guilty Victim: Recovering Creativity after Trauma and Abuse
by Toby InghamThe complex nature of grooming and abuse is often simplified by those who do not understand it and are left wondering why the victim allowed it to happen. A Guilty Victim challenges that misconception and explains how and why abuse continues and the impact it leaves on the victim's life. It explains that we remain trapped in situations not because there is something wrong with us, but because of things that have happened to us. It is unusual to have permission to be able to illustrate the process of psychotherapy in action. William Smith bravely suggested his story be told to help at-risk children by showing adults how to recognise the warning signs in children's behaviour. His long journey to recovery is also an inspiration to others struggling to come to terms with childhood trauma. The book is presented in five parts. The first details the start of William's psychotherapy. Part II takes us back to William's childhood, a time of traumatic experiences, culminating in him being sent away from England to a Catholic boarding school in Ireland where a priest exploits his vulnerability. Part III continues his life story past school to a life dominated by work and heavy drinking, and marked by his first suicide attempt. His fortunes change when he meets Meg and finds some stability. Years later, when his youngest child leaves home and he has time on his hands, his suicidal feelings return. It is at this point he starts psychotherapy. The penultimate part focuses on William's creativity and his innovative illustrated timeline of his life. This creative project is a key part of his recovery. Once that is completed, his psychotherapy starts to come to an end, which is the final part of the book. A Guilty Victim is a human story that will appeal to anyone with an interest in understanding trauma, psychotherapy, wellness and mental health. It is especially relevant to people with responsibility for safeguarding children and vulnerable people. It is a counter to a market saturated by vignettes, fictionalised stories, and life hacks.
In Season and Out, Homilies for Year B
by William J. GrimmThe Catholic Church lives on two lungs-Word and Sacrament. They reach their clearest expression and celebration for the Church's life in the Eucharist-the 'source and summit of the Church's life' as Vatican 2 puts it. Father William J Grimm is a Maryknoll Missioner of 40 years experience in Asia-mostly Japan, but Hong Kong and Cambodia as well. In that time he has come to deepen his understanding of the distinctiveness of the message and person of Jesus Christ even in circumstances and among people that Jesus could never have known or imagined. It is not enough to understand what the readings mean as those who composed them intended us to grasp. The critical thing is to find what that meaning might be in the context of our times and contexts. Speaking the Word in our time and for our places is the challenge of preaching and it is to that challenge that Fr Grimm devotes his learning, experience and imagination. Every week for the Church's three year liturgical cycle, Fr Grimm gives visitors to www.ucanews.com-UCAN-the benefit of his learning, prayer, wisdom and experience. Each week, his homilies for Sundays and special feasts are seen by some 3,000 visitors to the main UCAN site and with subtitles on UCAN's Vietnamese and Chinese sites. Now the text of those homilies is published not only to assist preachers in the preparation of their homilies but for anyone wanting to deepen their under-standing of the text and find material for fruitful prayer on the Sunday readings.
Roland Allen: A Missionary Life
by Steven Richard RuttRoland Allen (1868-1947) is remembered as one of the foremost missionaries of the last century. Throughout his life, Allen travelled the world, following his vocation and building his missionary methods centred on a theology of indigenisation. From his early days as a Chaplain in China (during which Allen was forced to flee to the British Legation in Beijing), through to his continued mission to India, Canada and South Africa, he developed as man, missionary and theologian. The first of two volumes, Roland Allen: A Missionary Life is an intellectual biography which explores the people and ideas that influenced Allen while tracing the ways in which his missionary ecclesiology evolved during his life. Through extensive examination of unpublished archival papers, including lesser known letters and sermons, Steven Richard Rutt has uncovered the growth of a forthright, morally indefatigable churchman, who was also a loving family man with close and long-running friendships. Rutt unpacks Allen's Church-centred missionary ecclesiology and 'missiology of indigenisation', which were based on Allen's knowledge, gained from experience. Roland Allen: A Missionary Life and Roland Allen: A Theology of Mission explore the thought of a Christian whose writings provided farsighted clarity on global Christian missionary work that is still relevant today.
Amore E Caos (Serie della Famiglia Macpherson)
by Jan Coffey May McGoldrickLa grande sala di Fleet Tower è un luogo molto vivace. I McCall si stanno preparando per un matrimonio e se questo significa arrivi inaspettati, omicidi, scompiglio e caos, tanto meglio in questa «commedia da sbellicarsi dalle risate». Provate un po' a sposarvi, quando la vostra promessa sposa sa maneggiare una pentola di ferro con una precisione mortale, suo zio pazzo pensa di essere William Wallace e le sue due zie nubili non riescono a finire una frase o un pensiero da sole… Sono questi, i problemi di Sir Iain Armstrong, quando si accinge a sposare Lady Marion, una donna tutto pepe cresciuta in convento. Tutto ciò che Iain vuole fare è esaudire i desideri dei loro padri, placare due corti reali e fare ciò che è meglio per il futuro della Scozia, ponendo fine a tutti i problemi nella sua parte dei Borders. Tutto ciò che lei deve fare è accettare di sposarlo, che è l'ultima cosa a cui pensa, quando Iain arriva al convento. Non si farà prendere senza combattere. E anche quando Lady Marion si renderà conto che Iain è un uomo coraggioso, intelligente e dalle spalle seducenti, riuscirà la sua eccentrica famiglia a fare quello che i suoi scatti d'ira, i suoi modi ostinati e il suo orgoglio non sono riusciti a fare finora: allontanarlo per sempre?
Thinking about Infants and Young Children
by Martha HarrisThis book describes some of the important aspects of the development of infants and young children from birth to school age. It is illustrated by vignettes of scenes between parents and children and it touches on many of the questions and feelings evoked by the intense emotional relationship between parents and children.
A Prayer Warrior's Guide to Spiritual Battle
by John BornscheinWe are in the middle of a spiritual war, and prayer is our most powerful weapon. So why do we often treat it like a last resort? Why do we struggle to prioritize our prayer life? God wants us to speak to Him, to draw closer to Him, to gain His wisdom and understanding, and even to change the world through our prayers. A Prayer Warrior's Guide to Spiritual Battle, edited by John Bornschein, the vice chairman of the National Day of Prayer Task Force and an executive member of the National Prayer Committee, explores the depth and power of a praying life. Contributors discuss obstacles to prayer, include inspirational stories, and provide resources to help everyone gain a greater understanding of this powerful tool God has given us.
After Dispensationalism: Reading the Bible for the End of the World
by Brian P. IrwinWhat God wants his people to know about the end times. Christians' fixation on the end times is not new. While eschatological speculation has sometimes resulted in distraction or despair, Scripture does speak about the end. So what does God most want us to know and do with prophecy? In After Dispensationalism, Brian P. Irwin and Tim Perry sympathetically yet critically sketch the history, beliefs, and concerns of dispensationalism. Though a minority view in the sweep of church history and tradition, dispensationalism is one of the most influential end-times systems today, and there is much to learn from it. And yet, sometimes it gets sidetracked by overlooking the prophets' main concerns. Irwin and Perry reexamine the key texts and show that Ezekiel, Daniel, and Revelation primarily give a word of hope to God's people.