The spiritual traditions of Cassian had an immeasurable effect on Western Europe. Many different western spiritualities, from that of Saint Benedict to that of Saint Ignatius of Loyola, owe their... More > basic ideas to Cassian. In particular, the Institutes had a direct influence on organization of monasteries described in the Rule of St. Benedict; Benedict also recommended that ordered selections of the Conferences be read to monks under his Rule. Moreover, the monastic institutions Cassian inspired kept learning and culture alive during the Early Middle Ages, and were often the only institutions that cared for the sick and poor. His works are excerpted in the Philokalia (Greek for "love of the beautiful"), the Eastern Orthodox compendium on mystical Christian prayer.< Less
Parintins is a little city on the border of Amazon river and is the home of the biggest and most impressive of all festivals. It is an incredible musical and theatrical experience, a religious... More > procession, a tribal ritual, a giant puppet show, a fairy tale of powerful villains and brave heroes, a folk art presentation, a major party for the audience and an energizing choreography of the galera (gah-le-rah), all at once. The characters in the performance come from the Boi Bumbá tale. There are two teams called Bois (plural of Boi). Each one tells the same story in all three night[s] of the festival, amounting to 6 different performances of the same show. But every night is different because legends, rituals, dances, puppets, garments, alegorias, they all change and create the show anew.< Less
This calendar is a series of festivities in the Amazon, Brazil. Parintins is the home of the biggest and most impressive of all festivals. It is an incredible musical and theatrical experience, a... More > religious procession, a tribal ritual, a giant puppet show, a fairy tale of powerful villains and brave heroes, a folk art presentation, a major party for the audience and an energizing choreography of the galera (gah-le-rah), all at once. The characters in the performance come from the Boi Bumbá tale. There are two teams called Bois (plural of Boi). Each one tells the same story in all three night of the festival, amounting to 6 different performances of the same show. But every night is different because legends, rituals, dances, puppets, garments, alegorias, they all change and create the show anew.< Less
Dear Principal is a collection of letters to a school administrator over the course of many years. The letters outline actual day to day situations that face school principals. One administrator's... More > decision making processes are outlined as he handles complex school related issues and balances fragile relationships while meeting student needs. How would you handle these letters to the principal?< Less
For Epicurus, the purpose of philosophy was to attain the happy, tranquil life, characterized by ataraxia—peace and freedom from fear—and aponia—the absence of pain—and by... More > living a self-sufficient life surrounded by friends. He taught that pleasure and pain are the measures of what is good and evil; death is the end of both body and soul and should therefore not be feared; the gods do not reward or punish humans; the universe is infinite and eternal; and events in the world are ultimately based on the motions and interactions of atoms moving in empty space.< Less
The Principal's Cycle is designed for aspiring, first-year, and experienced principals. The book, separated by month, takes the reader through an entire school year. The book begins with an... More > overview of the principalship, providng strategies that include overcoming the heavy workload, utilization of support staff, creating healthy work evironments, etc. Each ensuing chapter, establishes monthly goals and numerous strategies to achieve them. The topics discussed in this book are not based on theory alone, but the appropriate application of theory required to become an exceptional school leader. This book will not only work to minimize principal attrition rates, but transform the role and understanding of the principal. The Principal's Cycle is a must read for all educators.< Less
The Principal's Cycle is designed for aspiring, first-year, and experienced principals. The book, separated by month, takes the reader through an entire school year. The book begins with an... More > overview of the principalship, providng strategies that include overcoming the heavy workload, utilization of support staff, creating healthy work evironments, etc. Each ensuing chapter, establishes monthly goals and numerous strategies to achieve them. The topics discussed in this book are not based on theory alone, but the appropriate application of theory required to become an exceptional school leader. This book will not only work to minimize principal attrition rates, but transform the role and understanding of the principal. The Principal's Cycle is a must read for all educators.< Less
This book is a summary of reflections by North Carolina school principals on lessons they have learned from their experience as school executives.
All proceeds from this book are donated to the Boys... More > and Girls Homes of North Carolina, Lake Waccamaw, NC.< Less
Do you fully understand the whole armour of God?
What are principalities and powers exactly?
What does spiritual warfare mean?
These are some of the questions the author Keith Ogden seeks to answer... More > and help you as an individual and church to understand and apply.
Based on scriptural evidence and personal ministry experience.< Less
