Pastor Mike Mather arrived in Indianapolis thinking that he was going to serve the poor. But after his church's community lost nine young men to violence in a few short months, Mather came to see that the poor didn't need his help—he needed theirs.This is the story of how one church found abundance in a com-munity of material poverty. Viewing people—not programs, finances, or service models—as their most valuable resource moved church members beyond their own walls and out into the...

Pastor Mike Mather arrived in Indianapolis thinking that he was going to serve the poor. But after his church's community lost nine young men to violence in a few short months, Mather came to see that the poor didn't need his help—he needed theirs.This is the story of how one church found abundance in a com-munity of material poverty. Viewing people—not programs, finances, or service models—as their most valuable resource moved church members beyond their own walls and out into the...

In this, his second book on Fife’s railways, local enthusiast and photographer Michael Mather delves into the past with a selection of photographs mainly from the 1950s and 1960s, but also dating back to the beginning of the twentieth century, along with some from more recent years, covering the main, secondary and branch lines, locomotives, trains and infrastructure of the county’s railways, most of which has now disappeared. While steam locomotives predominate, first generation diesels, ...

In this second volume the support crew present more stories about 60009 Union of South Africa and also John Cameron’s second locomotive, 61994 The Great Marquess, which he acquired in 2003. This much smaller locomotive could go to places barred to 60009, such as the West Highland line, the line it was built for. It has also run on many heritage lines, where it has proved very popular.As before, the ups and downs of main-line running are included, as well as fascinating anecdotes an...

CELEBRATING FIFE’S RAILWAYS. By the end of the nineteenth century Fife, like most of central Scotland, had a fairly extensive railway network serving the towns and country, moving the people and products of its varied industries and agriculture around. In this comprehensive book, local photographer and railway enthusiast Michael Mather examines the railways of Fife, looking at the network over the period from the end of steam traction to the present day. The Railways of Fife covers the sta...

Across Scotland there are remnants of many disused railway lines, reminders of the wider network that once served a variety of locations. Some fascinating examples are to be found in eastern Scotland and, although many are now fields, footpaths, and cycle ways, others have left more tangible traces of what they once were. Using a fascinating collection of photographs, Michael Mather explores the disused railways of east Scotland, bringing them to life with contemporary images, photographs ...

In New Horizons book 1, Andy's present life "goes up in smoke "as his farm bothy home of 30 years is reduced to rubble to make way for a modern housing development.His love of animals and birds and his willingness to move on sees him employed on a Scottish West Coast Island.This is his story- - - - !The story continues in book 2. Andy and his animal and bird friends live happily on Stelling Isle, but nothing can ever stay the same - - - -!

Andy's present life "goes up in smoke "as his farm bothy home of 30 years is reduced to rubble to make way for a modern housing development.His love of animals and birds and his willingness to move on sees him employed on a Scottish West Coast Island.This is his story- - - - !

In this final book of the trilogy, the story leaves Andy and his animal and bird friends and moves onto the Scottish west Coast mainland.But things are circular, aren't they??Critic's noteFollowing Una and her friends along their journey, while they navigated their paths and their lives, was quite fun.The author has expertly depicted every character's individuality, their struggles and personal stories while maintaining the whimsy of it all....

In 'The Witchcraft in New England,' this anthology offers a profound exploration of the turbulent era of witch trials and Puritanical fervor, weaving narratives that capture both hysteria and defiance. The collection stands as a vivid tapestry of historical accounts, ranging from chilling documentation to reflective treatises. Readers are swept through a spectrum of literary styles that include fervent arguments, deeply descriptive chronicles, and incisive critiques. Unfiltered and grippin...

The Future of Open Data est issu d’un projet de recherche en partenariat subventionné pendant plusieurs années par le Conseil de recherches en sciences humaines (CRSH) qui vise à explorer les données gouvernementales géospatiales ouvertes dans une perspective interdisciplinaire. Les chercheurs associés à cette subvention ont adopté une perspective critique en sciences sociales basée sur l’impératif voulant que la recherche devrait être pertinente à la fois pour le gouvernement et pour les ...

We have experienced such enormous developments in different fields of science and technology, sending Space Shuttles to outer space and discovering the microscopic germs hidden in the textures of the elements; A Melody Called Peace is here to make such progresses in the very core of our hearts and to remind us once more that literature and art can bridge the souls of strangers and bless them with the sweet taste of peace and love. This book is the result of a massive international collabor...