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If This Is the Way the World Works

Science, Congregations, and Leadership

By: William O. Avery,Beth Ann Gaede

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If This Is the Way the World Works

Science, Congregations, and Leadership

By: William O. Avery,Beth Ann Gaede

In If This Is the Way the World Works William O. Avery and Beth Ann Gaede ask two primary questions: First, what principles from science are so broadly accepted that scientists themselves are willing to say, "This is the way the world works"? Second, how do congregations and their leaders behave when they operate in concert with these seemingly universal principles? Avery and Gaede explore five principles form the philosophy of science that suggest an alternative way to view congregational mission and leadership: openness to new information, complexity, diversity, interrelatedness, and process. Their premise is that when faith communities align themselves with the way the world--God's world--works, they more faithfully carry out their vocations as witnesses to God's reconciling work and as servants to one another. By following these basic scientific principles, Avery and Gaede argue, we arrive at a different view of leadership in the church. If this is truly the way the world works, leaders will find strength through relationships, hope in diversity, and above all trust in the love of God.

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189

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Rowman & Littlefield

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1566995531

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9781566995535

The Infectious Microbe

By: William Firshein

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The Infectious Microbe

By: William Firshein

Of the innumerable ways that science and humanity interact, few are as central or as significant as our interaction with microorganisms. Though these single-celled and "complete" living organisms have major impacts on many chemical and ecological processes, they are most often recognized for their ability to cause serious and sometimes fatal diseases. From diseases caused by bacteria, like pneumonia, tuberculosis, anthrax, meningitis, typhoid, and bubonic plague, to diseases caused by viruses, like HIV, polio, yellow fever, hepatitis, and influenza, humanity has struggled to cope with the rapidly changing capabilities of microorganisms. They are intimately involved with life, and must be taken into account in many ways when considering the welfare and health of all people. This book is a response to the current confusion and misunderstanding of microbes amongst the general public; written in narrative form, it will allow readers of all backgrounds to understand better the scientific concepts and terminology of how microbial or viral diseases are caused, to ask intelligent questions about the impact of diseases on our wellbeing, and to comprehend the reports about disease outbreaks that flood the media. The book begins by introducing the microbe, its history, and its basic science. Then, in an engaging narrative, Firshein describes seven critical microbial and viral diseases that plague our world, showing how each one illustrates the basic characteristics of infection. Each of these seven diseases follows the same path: invasion, internal spread, toxin effects, excretion, and transmission to a new host. In this lively discussion of pathogenicity, William Firshein reveals the fascinating scientific relationship between human and microbe, and shows us how humanity can live with microorganisms.

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177

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0199329613

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9780199329618

Super Nutrition Gardening

How to Grow Your Own Powercharged Foods

By: William S. Peavy

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Super Nutrition Gardening

How to Grow Your Own Powercharged Foods

By: William S. Peavy

Argues that commercial produce is nutrient-poor, and explains how to grown more healthful food in enriched soil.

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252

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Penguin

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0895295326

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9780895295323

Fundamental Accounting Principles

By: Kermit D. Larson,Pyle, William W

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Fundamental Accounting Principles

By: Kermit D. Larson,Pyle, William W

A Study Guide (prepared by Barbara Chiappetta). covers each chapter and appendix with reviews of the learning objectives, outlines of the chapters, and summaries of chapter materials. It also provides additional problems and solutions..

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700

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Toronto. McGraw-Hill Ryerson

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0075604779

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9780075604778

Introduction to General, Organic, and Biochemistry Study Guide

By: William Scovell

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Introduction to General, Organic, and Biochemistry Study Guide

By: William Scovell

By William M. Scovell. This resource helps students organize their study time and guides them through the topics in a systematic way. Each chapter of the text is covered by an introduction, a list of review topics, section-by-section study suggestions and questions, a list of key terms, and a practice exam with worked-out answers.

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308

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Thomson Brooks/Cole

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0495014192

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9780495014195

Cooperating Congregations

Portraits of Mission Strategies

By: Gilson Waldkoenig,William Avery

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Cooperating Congregations

Portraits of Mission Strategies

By: Gilson Waldkoenig,William Avery

Based on an intensive study of five cooperative ministry ventures, this thought-provoking book looks at how each takes a unique approach in addressing its own mission context. From rural ministries in North Dakota and West Virginia, to ambitious community development projects in Alabama and Maine, to intensive urban mission in Milwaukee, these engaging stories will stimulate readers to take a fresh look and new approaches to parish and community issues.

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224

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Rowman & Littlefield

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1566995019

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9781566995016

Revitalizing Congregations

Refocusing and Healing Through Pastoral Transitions

By: William Avery

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Revitalizing Congregations

Refocusing and Healing Through Pastoral Transitions

By: William Avery

Are congregations inevitably stuck during a change of pastoral leadership? Or are there ways they can take advantage of this interim to grow and set new directions? Researcher and seminary professor William Avery tells us the stories of six congregations (from different denominations, regions of the country, settings, sizes, and ethnic and racial makeup) that attempted to revitalize their mission during this critical time of change and transition. As Loren Mead explains in the foreword, however, Avery does not tell congregational leaders “the way” to transformation through an interim. Rather, he offers detailed snapshots of congregations and their leaders trying to work their way through this potentially difficult time. He also shows how a trained interim pastor can make a difference in the ensuing effectiveness of the congregation. “These are stories about how faithful congregations have attempted to build toward and discover a leadership model that works for them,” Mead says, “These are stories from which your congregation can learn much.”

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Rowman & Littlefield

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156699621X

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9781566996211

Early Valley Treasures

As Seen Through the Lens of "Pop" Laval

By: Claude C. Laval,Elizabeth M. Laval,William J. Conway,Stephen L. Brown

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Early Valley Treasures

As Seen Through the Lens of "Pop" Laval

By: Claude C. Laval,Elizabeth M. Laval,William J. Conway,Stephen L. Brown

The arrival of photographer Claude C 'Pop' Laval in Fresno in 1911, marked the beginning of a commercial photography career that would span fifty-five years. During this time he took pictures of the region. This title features his photographs that give the people of Fresno and the Valley an opportunity to view their historic community.

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220

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Quill Driver Books

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1884995470

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9781884995477

The Autobiography of the Rev. William Jay

Vol. II

By: William Jay

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The Autobiography of the Rev. William Jay

Vol. II

By: William Jay

Reprint of the original, first published in 1855.

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358

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BoD – Books on Demand

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3752532920

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9783752532920

If This Is the Way the World Works

Science, Congregations, and Leadership

By: William O. Avery,Beth Ann Gaede

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Science, Congregations, and Leadership

By: William O. Avery,Beth Ann Gaede

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If This Is the Way the World Works

If This Is the Way the World Works

The Infectious Microbe

The Infectious Microbe

Super Nutrition Gardening

Super Nutrition Gardening

Fundamental Accounting Principles

Fundamental Accounting Principles

Introduction to General, Organic, and Biochemistry Study Guide

Introduction to General, Organic, and Biochemistry Study Guide

Cooperating Congregations

Cooperating Congregations

Revitalizing Congregations

Revitalizing Congregations

Early Valley Treasures

Early Valley Treasures

The Autobiography of the Rev. William Jay

The Autobiography of the Rev. William Jay

If This Is the Way the World Works

If This Is the Way the World Works

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