Hayley Blankenship is on a flight to Saskatoon. She is desperate to escape her past and believes that Pastor Dave and Lydia Harris may be the only people who can help her. If she doesn't find a reason to hope, she may give in to the temptation to end it all. On her flight she meets Trevor Hiebert who is on his way back home. He has just interviewed for his dream job in Toronto, but he is torn because his parents need him at home in Saskatoon, and he doesn't want to let them down. Everything changes when he meets Haley, an intriguing, gorgeous redhead with dark secrets of her own.
After the tragic death of her husband, timid Melody Jamison moves to the city of Saskatoon, hoping for a peaceful life, an escape from the nightmares that haunt her, and the safety and salvation of her son, Will. However, Will is determined to prove he doesnt need anyone, and God isnt even a blip on his radar. Hes doing just fine, if you dont count the times hes had to crash at a friends or sleep in a downtown Vancouver alley. Hes not deliberately messing up; trouble just seems to follow him. But hes strong enough to deal with it. He can deal with anythingat least thats what he wants to believe. Melody keeps praying, even though shes not sure God hears her. With her faith as fragile as yesterdays dream, she is shaken when dying friend Rose Martens predicts that God will use her to be a blessing to their neighborhood. As she gets to know her new neighbors, Melody finds herself on a faith journey through demonic attacks, domestic violence, and the revelation of a secret that could destroy everything shes gained.
Just when her career as a carpenter and a relationship with Will Jamison are within reach, Nila Black's abusive ex-boyfriend is released from prison. He's out of jail, out for revenge, and making promises she knows he'll keep.Nila will do anything it takes to save Will and her friends from the evil that will come their way if she doesn't put distance between them'even if it means abandoning her new-found faith. It will take a miracle and an angelic messenger to show Nila that God is her greatest protector. He has never left her side, and He wants only the best for her and for the man she loves.
Discover a fresh perspective on snow with Kathleen McLeod’s A Snowflake’s Dance. This mesmerizing journey captures the life cycle of Snowflake as it navigates through Canada’s Eastern Arctic, evolving through seasons from a crystalline snowflake to a snowfield, then a glacier, an iceberg, and finally returning to its original form. Young readers will meet the Inuit, fascinating Arctic creatures, and the trio of narrators: Landscape, Sea, and Sky. Each character contributes to painting a breathtaking picture of the Arctic’s ecosystem and its interconnectedness with the rest of the world. As visually appealing as it is informative, the book is enriched with vibrant watercolour illustrations. A Snowflake’s Dance is an invaluable resource for educators. The book easily integrates into school curriculums as it facilitates learning about the seasons, the Arctic environment, northern wildlife, snow formation, and glaciers. It provides an engaging platform for children to explore the marvels of natural science and geography. Prepare to be whisked away on an unforgettable adventure that encapsulates the magic and mystery of the Arctic. A Snowflake’s Dance is more than just a book—it’s a gateway to understanding the beauty, complexity, and significance of our natural world.
Drawing upon decades of research and myriad authentic classroom experiences, Kathleen M. Budge and William H. Parrett dispel harmful myths, explain the facts, and urge educators to act against the debilitating effects of poverty on their students. They share the powerful voices of teachers—many of whom grew up in poverty—to amplify the five classroom practices that permeate the culture of successful high-poverty schools: (1) caring relationships and advocacy, (2) high expectations and support, (3) commitment to equity, (4) professional accountability for learning, and (5) the courage and will to act. Readers will explore classroom-tested strategies and practices, plus online templates and exercises that can be used for personal reflection or ongoing collaboration with colleagues. Disrupting Poverty provides teachers, administrators, coaches, and others with the background information and the practical tools needed to help students break free from the cycle of poverty.
A complete guide to applied research, featuring original data and detailed case studies Applied Research Methods in Public and Nonprofit Organizations takes an integrative approach to applied research, emphasizing design, data collection, and analysis. Common case studies across chapters illustrate the everyday nature of research, and practical exercises reinforce concepts across all sections of the text. The book includes forms and formats for data collection and analysis, plus writing excerpts that demonstrate results reporting and presentation. The accompanying instructor's guide features assignments, discussion questions, and exercises referenced in the book, and the authors' own data sets are available for use online. Conducting research, analyzing results, and synthesizing the findings for key stakeholders is fundamental to the study and practice of public and nonprofit management. Aligned with management curriculum for both sectors, the book focuses on the common ground these organizations share when it comes to planning, conducting, and using research in day-to-day professional activities. The original research examples presented are in the context of this shared commonality, including resource acquisition, evaluative processes, and future planning through the lens of common social policy issues facing leaders today. Topics include: The research process and applied research designs Applied research questions and literature Data collection in the field and survey research Data analysis, writing, and presentation The examples highlight intergovernmental institutions in which public service occurs, and provide expanded reach to nonprofit organizations and the networked collaborations that make up a significant portion of today's public service. For students and practitioners of public administration, public policy, and nonprofit management, Applied Research Methods in Public and Nonprofit Organizations provides a comprehensive reference to this critical skillset.
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