A discussion of pastor transition in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) with particular emphasis on the service of "Intentional Interims", reviewing two case studies of churches where the author was a member and where the interim pastor following departure of long term pastors was involved in significant conflict. The author uses this experience to suggest alternative procedures for employing interim pastors.

It all began as a lark. Shay Callahan's life was just fine, thank you, but when the seemingly misogynistic missionary, Timothy Flynn, places an advertisement in a Christian magazine for a wife, Shay decides to give it a whirl. Why not? After all, she's not currently seeing anyone, and this man truly needs to be taught a lesson. When Dr. Flynn picks Shay's application, she hops on a plane and flies to the Philippines. The strategy is to jet in, enjoy an exciting two-week vacation, and jet o...

On a bright, crisp December morning, jewelry store manager, Peridot Keaton-Jones, arrives at work expecting to find her beloved uncle Marty. Instead, she's greeted by the muzzle of a gun pressed to her temple. When thugs assault her, threaten her life, and steal thousands of dollars worth of jewelry, Peri can only pray her uncle is late to work for the first time in his life. Christopher Lane is a TV news cameraman in the right place at the right time. He witnesses the heist, calls the pol...

The tenth edition of the indispensable resource for the US Army's noncommissioned officers corps—the leading warriors who protect our nation.From decorated noncom Command Sergeant Major Dan Elder, USA (Ret.), this essential guide for NCOs has been thoroughly revised and updated with the latest information on training, military justice, promotions, benefits, counseling, soldiers, physical fitness, regulations, and much more.

Cassidy Cooper never wanted to set foot in Crystal Falls again. Ten years ago, she gave her heart to a boy who, in turn, humiliated her deeply. Now, back in town as the sole beneficiary of her sister's estate, she's determined to make her sister's dream of an upscale chocolate truffle shop, come true.Hunter Gray is intrigued by his new neighbor. His escape artist cow, Marigold, engineers an introduction…but it's not quite the first impression he's hoping for. Baffled by the nagging...

Ernest Hemingway casts a long shadow in literature—reaching beyond his status as a giant of 20th-century fiction and a Nobel Prize winner—extending even into comic books. Appearing variously with Superman, Mickey Mouse, Captain Marvel, and Cerebus, he has even battled fascists alongside Wolverine in Spain and teamed up with Shade to battle adversaries in the Area of Madness.Robert K. Elder’s research into Hemingway’s comic presence demonstrates the truly international reach of Hemi...

After losing his parents in a plague, Nicholas fights for his faith while trying to make a difference in the world.This book is based on the real St. Nicholas who lived on the northern coast of the Mediterranean in the 3rd century. Many know him as Santa Claus, but few know his real story.Beyond the historical accuracy of the main events, this book is also infused with tenderhearted moments of love and laughter with brand new characters who help bring his story to life....

A gripping, first-hand account of a remarkable spiritual adventure. "If you want to open your own conversation with God, this is a book you should read." —Neale Donald Walsch, New York Times –bestselling author of Conversations with GodFollowing a near-death experience at the age of forty-one, a psychic doorway opened and Paul Elder's ordinary life has never been the same. Except that his life h...

The Diamond Sutra is a Mahayana sutra from the Prajnaparamita, or "Perfection of Wisdom" genre, and emphasizes the practice of non-abiding and non-attachment. The full Sanskrit title of this text is the Vajracchedika Prajnaparamita Sutra. A copy of the Chinese version of Diamond Sutra, found among the Dunhuang manuscripts in the early 20th century and dated back to May 11, 868, is, in the words of the British Library, "the earliest complete survival of a dated printed book....

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A “deeply felt and often darkly funny” (People) memoir about growing up feeling different—and finally being diagnosed with autism at 40“Lean, powerful in its descriptive accuracy, and engaging in its understated humor . . . Emotionally gripping.”—Chicago TribuneEver since he was young, John Robison longed to connect with other people, but by the time he was a teenager, his odd habits—an...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.This book features thirty inspiring devotionals--short messages written to encourage you in your faith--based on the lives of the very first followers of Christ. Their fascinating stories are recorded for us in the biblical book of Acts, and show us how their faith in Christ enabled them to do what they coudn’t have done on their own. This book will help you to find, increase and express your faith in Christ, too. A small group discussi...

Test your trading knowledge and skills—without risking any moneyYou may read the best trading book, but how much of that knowledge will you retain a week later? This is why you need this Study Guide for The New Trading for a Living. It'll give you a firmer grasp of the essential trading rules and skills. This Study Guide, based on the bestselling trading book of all time, was created by its author to help you master the k...