As social movements have become more complex, geographers are increasingly studying the spatial dynamics of collective resistance and sociologists and political scientists increasingly analyzing the role of space, place and scale in contentious political activity. Occupying a position at the intersection of these disciplinary developments, this book brings together leading scholars to examine how social movements have employed spatial practices to respond to and shape changing social and p...

Romantic relationships and health are fundamental for society, but what happens to a person’s well-being when he or she chooses the “wrong” partner? Interracial Romance and Health: Bridging Generations, Race Relations, and Well-Being tackles this growing public health issue, which impacts millions of people in interracial relationships, especially young adults. With a particular focus on a group of young adults whom he calls the Bridge Kids, Byron Miller provides a critical examination of ...

Jesus is alive and among us, and through these daily reflections Father Byron Miller, CSsR, shows us where we can find Him in ourselves and others. Join the journey from the revelry of Mardi Gras in New Orleans and long walks in fresh air, to Calvary and the road to Emmaus.From Ash Wednesday through the Easter Octave, Father Byron provides an opportunity for personal reflection, prayer, and meditation on the daily Lectionary readings from Masses throughout this holy season. In a to...

Jesús está vivo y entre nosotros, y a través de estas reflexiones diarias, el Padre Byron Miller, CSsR, nos muestra dónde podemos encontrarlo en nosotros mismos y en los demás. Únase al viaje desde la juerga del Mardi Gras en Nueva Orleans y las largas caminatas al aire libre, hasta el Calvario y el camino a Emaús.Desde el Miércoles de Ceniza hasta la Octava de Pascua, el Padre Byron brinda una oportunidad para la reflexión personal , oración y meditación en las lecturas diarias de...

An Hour With Charlene Richard offers insights into this 12-year old Louisiana girl who read about a young Catholic, St. Thérèse of Lisieux, and modeled herself on the saint.Soon Charlene was hospitalized with leukemia. Pain? Constant. Faith? Heroic. Two weeks after her diagnosis, Charlene died on August 11, 1959. On her deathbed, she prayed for others to be healed or for their conversion to Catholicism.

An Hour With Solanus Casey tells the story of Bernard Francis “Barney” Casey, born in November, 1870. In 1897, Barney entered the novitiate of the Capuchins at St. Bonaventure’s in Detroit, where he was given the name Friar Francis Solanus. Ordained in 1904, he was not allowed to preach sermons or hear confessions; instead he was assigned the tasks of porter, friary doorkeeper, and receptionist.Fr. Solanus would become a popular, approachable spiritual director to countles...

Este panfleto de lujo presenta la vida del Padre Francis Xavier Seelos, un hombre fiel al evangelio de Jesucristo. Él vivió una vida humilde mientras educaba a niños en la fe, predicaba en misiones y retiros, visitaba a los enfermos y asistía a aquellos que padecían de fiebre amarilla, donde él también contrajo la enfermedad y paso a la vida eterna. Estas nueve meditaciones presentan un pequeño ejemplo de su devoción a Dios. Reflexiones, testimoniales y oraciones de conclusión acompañan ca...

An Hour With Saint Anne offers insights into Anne—the grandmother of Jesus and the mother of the Virgin Mary—whose feast we celebrate with her husband, Joachim, on July 26. It’s difficult to bring to mind Mary’s many virtues—such as her deep faith, humility, and purity—without thinking of the formation and influence of her parents. This pamphlet will help you, as St. John Paul II prayed, “rekindle her zeal in accomplishing” Christ’s mission.Part of the An Hour with…

Recognized for his exceptional holiness, Blessed Francis Xavier Seelos was the only American to be beatified in Solemn Jubilee Year 2000. A contemporary of St. John Neuman, this humble Redemptorist missionary was noted for his love of the poor, his preaching of the Gospel, and his service to all in need. Father Seelos died from yellow fever in 1867 while ministering to victims of the disease. This novena recalls the virtue and example of Blessed Francis Xavier Seelos.Deluxe pam...

This authoritative, focused and bestselling guide by two of the UK's brightest young entrepreneurs - The Apprentice runner-up, Bianca Miller-Cole and serial entrepreneur, Dr Byron Cole - is a comprehensive toolkit for anyone who wants to make a success of running their own business. Featuring interviews with well known entrepreneurs, entertainers and industry experts, the book covers every tier of the business development process, from start-up to exit, offering practical, implementable an...

*****SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER*****With straightforward, heart-felt advice, The Business Survival Kit guides you to a thriving business while nurturing your humanity -- Marie Forleo, #1 NY Times bestselling author of *Everything is FigureoutableThis book will help you make clearer, smarter, braver decisions in all areas of your life* -- Emma Gannon, author of The Multi-Hyphen Method**Starting a business isn't easy. In fact, it can b...

In today's society, there is a lot of talk about manifestation and how it can help you achieve your dreams. However, many people forget that manifestation on its own is not enough. To truly achieve your goals, you need to take action.That's where Manifested Action comes in.In this book, Sunday Times bestselling authors Dr Byron Cole and Bianca Miller Cole take you on a journey of what manifestation is, why action is important, and the steps to take to start making your drea...