Michael White

An album of poems that will freshen the spirit, put a smile on a world-weary face and produce that most valuable resource that the human mind and body has - laughter. Open any page and you will find poems which are always quirky, sometimes thought provoking and often very silly. These poems allow the mind to soar high, wide and into colourful unreality and abstract concepts. Within this collection you will find poems which conjure up an Invisible Rat, Tom - a boy who explodes and even a Geometry Party. From an author who just loves embracing the ridiculous and is able to impart a sense of absurdity for pure enjoyment. The text is coupled with visual representations created by Ian Ward. So help yourself to a small portion of the ridiculous and the absurd, but always leave enough appetite to return to these gobble-up verses.

In an era marked by Eucharistic revival, synodal renewal, and Jubilee celebrations, Fr. Michael White and Tom Corcoran--the bestselling authors of Rebuilt--offer a practical guide to revitalizing your parish through small groups. In The Transformative Power of Small Groups: A 7-Step Guide for Building Vibrant Catholic Communities, they show you how to foster faith-based friendships, which result in vibrant communities that not only sustain Christian love and service but also change the world. This concise guide shows how small groups can become the backbone of your parish's pastoral care, discipleship, and evangelization efforts. Through their signature blend of engaging storytelling--highlighting real-life successes and struggles--White and Corcoran share examples of how small group members rally around each other during times of crisis, challenge one another toward spiritual growth, and provide meaningful support in everyday life. Whether you're a parish leader or a dedicated parishioner, you'll learn how to: Understand the transformative impact of small groups on spiritual growth and community building Easily organize and structure small groups for all ages and ministries, with minimal time and resources Choose engaging content and resources that inspire participation and growth. Launch and maintain a vibrant small-group ministry in your parish Address common challenges and navigate obstacles to becoming a parish of groups with ease With step-by-step guidance and three practical appendices--featuring scripture references, FAQs, and responses to common concerns--The Transformative Power of Small Groups is an essential resource for any parish looking to grow in faith, community, and mission, without needing a big budget or extensive time commitment.

Das Buch zentriert sich um einen Themenbereich, der bislang in der familientherapeutischen und systemischen Literatur zu kurz kam: die Bedeutung und Nutzung von schriftlichem Material, insbesondere von Briefen im therapeutischen Prozess.

White and Epston base their therapy on the assumption that people experience problems when the stories of their lives, as they or others have invented them, do not sufficiently represent their lived experience. Therapy then becomes a process of storying or restorying the lives and experiences of these people. In this way narrative comes to play a central role in therapy. Both authors share delightful examples of a storied therapy that privileges a person’s lived experience, inviting a reflexive posture and encouraging a sense of authorship and reauthorship of one’s experiences and relationships in the telling and retelling of one’s story.

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This isn't your ordinary travel guide. Beyond Vancouver's beautiful scenery are stylish vintage stores, cosy wine bars and awesome art spaces that locals love - and that's where this book takes you. Turn the pages to discover:- The small businesses and community strongholds that add character to this vibrant city, recommended by true locals- 6 themed walking tours dedicated to specific experiences such as craft breweries and a night out in Gastown- A beautiful gift book for anyone seeking to explore Vancouver- Helpful what3word addresses, so you can pinpoint all the listed sightsCompiled by five proud Vancouverites, this stylish travel guide is packed with Vancouver's best experiences and secret spots, handily categorized to suit your mood and needs.Whether you're a restless Vancouverite on the hunt for a new hangout, or a visitor keen to discover a side you won't find in traditional guidebooks, Vancouver Like A Local will give you all the inspiration you need. About Like A Local:These giftable and collectable guides from DK Eyewitness are compiled exclusively by locals. Whether they're born-and-bred or moved to study and never looked back, our experts shine a light on what it means to be a local: pride for their city, community spirit and local expertise. Like a Local will inspire readers to celebrate the secret as well as the iconic - just like the locals who call the city home. Looking for another guide to Vancouver? Explore further with our Top 10 guide to Vancouver and Vancouver Island.

Winner of a honorable mention award in the popular presentation of the Catholic faith category from the Catholic Media Association. Do you question whether God really exists? Have you considered walking away from your faith because you've been hurt by someone in the Church or because you struggle with some of its teachings? Or maybe you've already left? Are you carrying around guilt for something you've done and don't feel you are worthy of God's love? Rebuilt Faith, written by Fr. Michael White and Tom Corcoran--authors of the bestselling book Rebuilt--proposes five simple steps to learn (or relearn) more about your Catholic faith and deepen your relationship with God. In Rebuilt Faith, you will learn that rebuilding and renewing your faith starts with a nagging feeling that you want something more--more connectedness, more community, and more purpose. That's the spark that leads to a flame that burns brightly around Jesus, the foundation of living and growing in faith. The steps in Rebuilt Faith can be done in just ten minutes a day over forty days during your morning coffee, at lunchtime, or when you are relaxing in the evening. Each one includes a quotation from a saint, a reflection, questions to ponder, a prayer, and a scripture verse. White and Corcoran organize the book around five steps that build on different aspects of Catholicism and are meant to be repeated: serve--serve others and develop a servant's heart; give--giving reflects the character of God; engage in Christian community--we need friends of faith to become more like Jesus; practice prayer and the sacraments--by praying consistently and continually taking part in the sacraments, you will better connect with God; and share your faith--having a heart for people who do not know Jesus and helping them in their faith journey will strengthen your own faith. White and Corcoran have watched thousands of people in their parish in Timonium, Maryland, take these five steps and grow from seeing God primarily as an abstract idea into knowing him as a deeply loved partner who provides a far greater sense of purpose for living than they had ever known before. Invest in yourself by taking your faith to the next level and allowing God to help you come to know his grace, favor, and loving kindness in a new and personal way. Not only will you strengthen your own connection to God but also the connection between him and the entire Body of Christ.

The world's most exclusive detective agency opens a new office--in Australia With the best detectives in the business, cutting edge technology, and offices around the globe, there is no investigation company quite like Private. Now, at a glittering launch party overlooking the iconic Opera House, Private Sydney throws open its doors ... Craig Gisto and his newly formed team have barely raised their glasses, however, when a young Asian man, blood-soaked and bullet-ridden, staggers into the party, and what looks like a botched kidnapping turns out to be a whole lot more. Within days the agency's caseload is full. But it is a horrific murder in the wealthy Eastern Suburbs and the desperate search for a motive that stretches the team to the limit. Stacy Friel, friend of the deputy commissioner of NSW Police, isn't the killer's first victim--and as the bodies mount up she's clearly not the last.

Winner of a third-place award in the grief and bereavement category from the Catholic Media Association. A friend's child dies; a parent gets a cancer diagnosis; your spouse loses their job. Sometimes life and God's plan don't make sense and we end up feeling hurt and angry. In Seriously, God?, Fr. Michael White and Tom Corcoran explore the denial, doubt, and betrayal we experience when we face hardship, pain, and grief, and they encourage us to lean into our feelings and to take each circumstance as a chance to learn more about God. Drawing on personal anecdotes and stories from their parish, White and Corcoran--authors of the bestselling and award-winning book, Rebuilt--share important lessons, including: Even the heroes of the Bible--such as Abraham, Moses, David, and the apostles--experienced situations that caused them to misunderstand God. There is joy in knowing we will forever be getting to know God. Even though life often doesn't make sense, we shouldn't assume God doesn't make sense. For anyone who has battled suffering, walked away from faith under the pressure of crushing doubt, never felt safe giving faith a chance, or cared about someone who struggles with these realities, this book treats the problems of suffering and evil not as an argument to be overcome but as an invitation to a deeper faith. Each chapter relies on biblical stories that provide a wonderful introduction to scripture to those who are not familiar with the Bible and a fresh perspective to those who are. Each chapter also includes questions for self-reflection and discussion. A free parish small-group guide and videos from the authors are available online. This is a perfect book to give as a gift to friends or family members who are grieving, those struggling with doubts about their faith, or those who are new to faith.

Mark is an eight-year-old boy, and yesterday was the last day of school. Mark is very excited about this summer vacation. This summer vacation is a special one for Mark because his older brother who has been off fighting in the Vietnam War is scheduled to come home this summer, sometime around July. Mark is very anxious to see his big brother, and it being during the summer vacation time makes it even better. Summer vacation for an eight-year-old seems like it will last forever when in fact it only lasts two months. But to an eight-year-old boy, these are days of playing football and basketball and swimming all day long-and not having any homework. This is the first day of summer vacation, and it starts out just like any other sunny day.

God is the Healer. Healing is not just something God does. It is who He is So why don't we hear more about God's healing touch in church? The primary reason we don't hear divine healing preached more from the pulpit in the United States is fear. We are afraid. We are afraid that if we preach that Jesus is the Healer, people will want to be healed; and we are afraid that when people come to us for prayer, nothing will happen So instead of asking for more anointing to heal, we shut up the message on healing altogether. But that is about to change. In this inspiring resource, you will: -Settle the question once and for all: Does God want you healed? -Find out who, when, where, and how Jesus heals, so you can apply the same Scriptural patterns Jesus uses to your own life. -Learn how to receive healing in your own body -Be activated with boldness to step out and heal others in Jesus' name. Are you ready for your life, your ministry, and your church to be changed forever?