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Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not
used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad
quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are
images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to
keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the
original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain
imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made
available for future generations to enjoy.
Multi-voiced Church argues strongly and persuasively for churches
in which everyone is important for the well-being and growth of the
community. The New Testament indicates that the early churches were
multi-voiced, participative and expectant that the Holy Spirit
would speak through all members of the community. First-generation
renewal movements have typically been multi-voiced, recovering this
New Testament characteristic. But institutionalization (often
accompanied by clericalization) has persistently reduced such
diversity of participation and resulted in many aspects of church
life becoming mono-voiced or restricted to only a few voices.
When one thinks of influential World War II military figures,
five-star generals such as Dwight D. Eisenhower and Omar Bradley
instantly come to mind. As important as these central figures were
to the Second World War, the conflict produced equally effective
lower-profile leaders whose influence had an undeniable impact.
Among these leaders are William Simpson, commander of the US Ninth
Army, and James Moore, his chief of staff. Working in tandem, the
pair helmed a unit that gained recognition as "uncommonly normal,"
an affectionate designation driven by their steadfast
professionalism in all endeavors. It was their unobtrusive
leadership style that relegated these career military men to the
footnotes of military history. Commanding Professionalism: Simpson,
Moore, and the Ninth US Army corrects this historical oversight by
examining the achievements of these overlooked heroes. Focusing on
Simpson and Moore's careers from 1940 through the end of World War
II, author William Stuart Nance recounts the pair's working
relationship. Together, they successfully maneuvered through the
squabbling of the American and British forces and developed an army
admired for its consistency of conduct and military prowess,
capable of resisting the complex external and political
machinations of the time. Simpson and Moore's unflinching devotion
to the greater good and their steady handle on the dynamics of
command/staff relationships proved essential to the war effort and
its ultimate success. Their example, Nance argues, remains
aspirational and worthy of emulation in the military command
structure of today.
Author and local North Wales photographer Simon Kitchin describes
over 100 locations and several hundred viewpoints for the reader to
visit. Each location chapter starts with an overview describing
historical, literary, geological, and natural history features
including the photographic potential of a location. Suggested
photographic viewpoints are described at each location along with
advice on how to take the best photographs whilst there.It is
lavishly illustrated with over 300 high quality colour photographs
of North Wales landscapes. This guidebook will appeal to both keen
photographers and anybody with a camera who visits North Wales. The
locations include:Big Landscapes and Panoramas * Lighthouses *
Beaches * Mountains * Villages * CastlesAbbeys * Churches *
Waterfalls * Lakes * Wildlife * Slate Quarries * Heritage Steam
Railways Industrial Heritage * Military Aircraft * Shows and Events
* Gardens * Historic Houses Seaside Resorts * The best places for
coastal sunsetsIncluding North Wales' Five UNESCO World Heritage
sites: Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and Canal, the castles of Beaumaris
and Harlech, and the medieval castles and fortified towns of
Caernarfon and Conwy.MapsOS style maps produced by Don Williams of
Bute Cartographics are used throughout, along with lat-long
co-ordinates, map co-ordinates and postal codes for each location.
Access information including whether a location is accessible by
wheelchairThe introduction to the book includes chapters on
seasonal highlights, best times to visit, how to get around the
North Wales and the weather. On the front flap of the book there
are a sun compass and sun elevation graphic, and sunset/ sunrise
times throughout the year.
When one thinks of influential World War II military figures,
five-star generals such as Dwight D. Eisenhower and Omar Bradley
instantly come to mind. As important as these central figures were
to the Second World War, the conflict produced equally effective
lower-profile leaders whose influence had an undeniable impact.
Among these leaders are William Simpson, commander of the US Ninth
Army, and James Moore, his chief of staff. Working in tandem, the
pair helmed a unit that gained recognition as "uncommonly normal,"
an affectionate designation driven by their steadfast
professionalism in all endeavors. It was their unobtrusive
leadership style that relegated these career military men to the
footnotes of military history. Commanding Professionalism: Simpson,
Moore, and the Ninth US Army corrects this historical oversight by
examining the achievements of these overlooked heroes. Focusing on
Simpson and Moore's careers from 1940 through the end of World War
II, author William Stuart Nance recounts the pair's working
relationship. Together, they successfully maneuvered through the
squabbling of the American and British forces and developed an army
admired for its consistency of conduct and military prowess,
capable of resisting the complex external and political
machinations of the time. Simpson and Moore's unflinching devotion
to the greater good and their steady handle on the dynamics of
command/staff relationships proved essential to the war effort and
its ultimate success. Their example, Nance argues, remains
aspirational and worthy of emulation in the military command
structure of today.
Why are Christians from many traditions discovering Anabaptism?
What are they finding inspirational and challenging in the
Anabaptist vision? How can this 500-year old voice from the margins
speak to followers of Jesus today? The Naked Anabaptist is a
straightforward introduction to Anabaptism. Written out of the
British and Irish context, it explains why Christians here, and in
other nations adjusting to the realities of post-Christendom, are
turning to the Anabaptist tradition for resources.
A practical guide for all those involved in planting churches.
Explores the why, the where, the who, the when, the how, and what
of church planting. Stuart Murray has worked as an advisor on
church planting for many years. Here he discusses local and
trans-local approaches to planting churches, training planters and
building teams, the key role of research and preparation, diverse
models of planting, the need for developing contextual, authentic
and missional church plants, and the connections with the emerging
church phenomena. This book is a fundamental new resource for
practitioners unlike any other.
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