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In the midst of crisis, confusion, and a world at war with the Church, it's time to come home again…
to our spiritual father, St. Joseph. In this richly researched and lovingly presented program of consecration to St. Joseph, Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC, brings to life the wonders, the power, and the ceaseless love of St. Joseph, Universal Patron of the Church and the Terror of Demons. Definitely a book for our time, Consecration to St. Joseph is dedicated to meeting the challenges of the present moment and restoring order to our Church and our world, all through the potent paternal intercession and care of St. Joseph. This book has everything you need to take your love and devotion to St. Joseph to a whole different level: a thorough program of consecration to St. Joseph; information on the 10 wonders of St. Joseph; and prayers and devotions to St. Joseph. Accessible and motivating, this book will kick off a great movement of consecration to our spiritual father and change the world. Only in the audio experience: Sing the Litany of St. Joseph with the choir, in both English and Latin! Immerse yourself in a comprehensive consecration experience. Each day of preparation for consecration is a self-contained experience that includes 3 parts: a short passage that teaches the meaning of part of the Litany of St. Joseph, followed by a passage on one of St. Joseph's wonders, and ending with prayer led by Father Calloway. And sing with the choir! Your audio experience includes the Litany of St. Joseph, in song, in both English and Latin
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Sports and games, United States history, Baseball, Lifestyle
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Anthropologist shares anecdotes and stories of baseball's history, from its founding in the mid-1800s to the early twenty-first century, framing…
them in the context of social and political history. Presents similarities between the sport and war and nationalism. Strong language. 2014
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Sports and games, History
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Based on dozens of shocking interviews with some of the most influential names in sports, this is the urgent and…
revelatory examination of racial inequality in professional athletics America has been waiting for Commentators, coaches, and fans alike have long touted the diverse rosters of leagues like the NFL and MLB as sterling examples of a post-racial America. Yet decades after Tommie Smith and John Carlos raised their fists in a display of Black power and pride, and years after Colin Kaepernick shocked the world by kneeling for the national anthem, the role Black athletes and coaches are asked to perform—both on and off the field—still can be determined as much by stereotype and old-fashion ideology as ability and performance.Whether it's the pre-game moments of resistance, the lack of diversity among coaching and managerial staff, or the consistent undervaluation of Black quarterbacks, racial politics impact every aspect of every sport being played. Yet, the gigantic salaries and glitzy lifestyles of pro athletes can disguise the ugly truths of how minority players are treated and discarded by their White bosses. John Feinstein crisscrossed the country to secure personal interviews with quarterbacks, coaches, and more, revealing the stories none of us have heard (but all of us should know).Almost seventy-five years after Jackie Robinson broke baseball's color line, race is still a central and defining factor of America's professional sports leagues. With an encyclopedic knowledge of professional sports, and shrewd cultural criticism, John Feinstein uncovers not just why, but how, pro sports continue to perpetuate racial inequality
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General non-fiction, Christianity
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One God, One Plan, One Life by bestselling author Max Lucado is a 365-day devotional for students that focuses on…
teen issues, such as bullying, self-esteem, and purity, delivered in short daily devotions. One God, One Plan, One Life is an ECPA 2015 Christian Book Award finalist. Over 100,000 copies sold! With a focus on Christian faith, this devotional for teens helps them cut through life's distractions and rely on the one thing that is truly important—a relationship with God. Each devotion includes the following: An inspiring Bible verse A simple but thought-provoking devotion An application to help students put their trust in God and His plans Including a devotion for every day of the year, this guide for teens: Is for ages 13 to 18 Is a great gift for graduations, baptisms, birthdays, and coming-of-age celebrations
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Sports biography, Sports and games, Self help
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Jay Glazer—a top NFL insider on Fox NFL Sunday, an MMA coach, actor, and a veteran advocate and founder of…
MVP (Merging Vets and Players)—offers honest, in your face advice and insights gleaned from his fight through depression and anxiety, his successful careers in NFL journalism and business, as well as his work with military vets struggling with PTSD; the result is a relentless, unapologetic, and no-nonsense approach to overcoming your self-doubts, fears, and excuses... with the goal of becoming Unbreakable. In Unbreakable, Jay Glazer talks directly to you, his teammates, and shares his truth. All the success from his screeching-and-swerving joy ride through professional football, the media, the MMA fighting world, Hollywood, the military-warrior community, comes with a side of relentless depression and anxiety. Living in the gray, as Jay calls it, is just a constant for him. And, in order to work through and work better, Jay knows he has to keep going, to be of service, to believe in himself when no one else will, and be stronger, tougher, and more dedicated than anyone. Unbreakable is his story of how he has done this in all of his many endeavors—a relentless insider who won't quit talking or take his foot off the gas, whether detailing how he got his big break inside the NFL (it involves a friendship with Michael Strahan that seems too unlikely even for Hollywood) or helping veterans fight for their lives in gyms around the country or playing himself on the hit show Ballers, Jay's ability to laugh at himself and take on his mental struggles has given him a clarity, toughness, and openness that few people can rival. Throughout Unbreakable, Jay will use his stories—featuring some of the biggest, baddest, and most fascinating characters in the public eye today—to tackle the toughest subjects by making you laugh. He will also use them as motivation to outline a prescriptive plan for you to get to the top of your game, whatever your game is, and to stop making excuses. He will show you how to use your insecurities, your own battles with mental health, to get where you need to go, scars and all. Especially scars and all. Supplemental enhancement PDF accompanies the audiobook
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Social issues, Christianity
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Our kids are under tremendous stress and pressure, with a rapidly changing culture demanding more and more from them. More…
attention, more screens, more intensity, more fear. Anxious for Nothing help s young people overcome the anxiety and pressures of today's world and come to a deeper understanding of God's loving presence as promised in Philippians 4:6-7, drawing on content from Max Lucado's bestselling book of the same name . In this chaotic age of social media, packed schedules, and an increasing awareness of the world's problems, it's normal for young people to feel overwhelmed sometimes. But the good news of the gospel has not changed. This encouraging book will help tweens and teens take control of their feelings and choose to focus on God's truth. This much-needed book adapts content from You Are Not Alone and Anxious for Nothing. With the warmth and authenticity that has made him a beloved pastor and writer, Max Lucado middle graders and tweens: biblical hope and powerful strategies to help them flourish amidst struggles encouragement that God is near, He cares, and He listens truths to claim for themselves in difficult moments practical ways to work through their worries and rely on God's faithfulness This special edition of Anxious for Nothing also includes: a note to kids from author Max Lucado application questions, journal prompts, and activities that guide kids in Christ-focused mindfulness callouts and infographics featuring relevant Bible verses, and takeaways sidebars addressing technology-related stress Practical, motivating, and biblically grounded, Anxious for Nothing (Young Readers Edition) is a timely book for kids who feels overwhelmed, lonely, or anxious, or who simply want to experience God's abundant joy and peace
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Women biography, Sports and games
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Dream big, follow your passion and never give up. Decorated US Olympian and accomplished hockey star Kendall Coyne shares the…
grit and determination it took to break down barriers and achieve her dreams against tremendous odds, encouraging you to follow your passions and never give up. The world told Kendall Coyne to slow down. They said "not so fast" when she picked up hockey skates instead of figure skates. They said "just a minute" when she tried out for the boy's team. They told her "you're not enough" so often that she started to believe it. But Kendall had a passion and a dream, so instead of slowing down, she sped up, going on to win Olympic gold and a spot in the Fastest Skater Competition at the 2019 NHL All-Star Weekend. As Fast as Her explores how Kendall held on to her dream, overcame her insecurities, defied her naysayers, and pushed herself past barriers to achieve her goals—and how you can too! Inside this inspirational, sports-meets-real-life inspirational autobiography, Kendall shares: stories that illustrate the lessons she's learned and how to apply them for success affirmations to help young people believe you are can reach your dreams encouragement to fit in, to find your "why," and to create lasting change for others her personal trials and triumphs, inspiring you to discover what excites and exhausts you motivation to be relentless in achieving your own goals Kendall pauses throughout her story to equip you with practical take-aways from her journey to become a top athlete and Olympic medalist, appropriately dubbed "Golden Coynes." As Fast As Her also includes behind-the-scenes and personal photos in a full-color, 8-page insert. As Fast as Her is perfect for: readers 13 and up looking for an uplifting true story fans of the NHL, Olympic hockey, women's sports, and sports in general birthday, Christmas, and holiday gifts for teens and young adults.
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Biography, Humour, Sports and games, Sports biography
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Champion wrestler Jericho continues his autobiography begun in A Lion's Tale (DB 73213). Jericho recounts joining Vince McMahon's World Wrestling…
Entertainment in 1999 and feuding with fellow athletes. Discusses his family life, his heavy-metal band, and the death of Chris Benoit. Strong language. 2011
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Business and economics, Sports and games
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One of the most successful Black businessmen in the country, who has led Nike's Jordan Brand from a $200M sneaker…
company to a $4B global apparel juggernaut, tells the remarkable story of his rise from gangland violence to the pinnacles of international business. Jump tells Larry Miller's journey from the violent streets of West Philly in the 1960s to the highest echelons of American sports and industry. Miller wound up in jail more than once, especially as a teenager. But he immersed himself in the educational opportunities, eventually took advantage of a Pennsylvania state education-release program offered to incarcerated people, and was able to graduate with honors from Temple University. When revealing his gangland past caused him to lose his first major job opportunity, Miller vowed to keep it a secret. He climbed the corporate ladder with a number of companies such as Kraft Foods, Campbell's Soup, and Jantzen, until Nike hired him to run its domestic apparel operations. Around the time of Michael Jordan's basketball retirement, Nike Chairman Phil Knight made Larry Miller president of the newly formed Jordan Brand. In 2007 Paul Allen convinced Miller to jump to the NBA to become president of the Portland Trailblazers, one of the first African-Americans to lead a professional sports team, before returning to Jordan Brand in 2012. All along, Miller lived two lives: the secret of his violent past haunted him, invading his days with migraines and his sleep with nightmares of getting hauled back to jail. More than a rags-to-riches story, Jump is also a passionate appeal for criminal justice reform and expanded educational opportunities for incarcerated and formerly incarcerated people across the United States. Drawing on his powerful personal story, as well as his vast and well-connected network, Miller plans to use Jump as a launching point to help expand such opportunities and to provide an aspirational journey for those who need hope
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Social issues, Christianity
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Racism and social justice are important topics kids are dealing with today. In this adaptation of How to Fight Racism…
for young readers ages 8-12, Dr. Jemar Tisby helps kids understand how everyday prejudice affects them and what they can do to create social change. In this book, he explains the history of racism in America and why it is so prevalent, as well as uses Christian principles to provide practical tools and advice kids can use to develop and maintain an anti-racist mindset and make a positive difference in the world. Racism is pervasive in today's world, and in the wake of protests and a call for change, many kids are eager to confront it but aren't always sure how. Jemar Tisby, author of How to Fight Racism and The Color of Compromise, believes we need to move beyond mere discussions about racism and begin equipping young people with the practical tools to fight against it. In How to Fight Racism Young Reader's Edition, Dr. Tisby uses history to explore how racism has affected America since before its founding and how it's continued to grow, as well as examines how true social justice is rooted in the Christian faith. In a format that provides kids with a handbook for pursuing racial justice, readers ages 8-12 will discover: hands-on suggestions and real-world examples of change they can put into action practical ideas for confronting racism in their everyday lives, and how they can use Christian values to change the narrative around race the ARC of racial justice—Awareness, Connection, and Relationships—that help form an anti-racist mindset ways to evaluate their actions and promote biblical principles Throughout, kids will learn how to ask questions of themselves and their communities as they stand up to racism in all its forms. This book is for anyone who believes it is time to courageously confront the racism we see in our society today. How to Fight Racism Young Reader's Edition: Is ideal for any young person wanting to make a difference in today's world Can be used by families and church groups to start meaningful conversations with kids Is written at a level kids in grades 4 through 6 and beyond can understand
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Sports biography, Fitness, Sports and games
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Transform your body and mind with the definitive guide to building peak strength, endurance, and speed, from the five-time CrossFit…
Games champion and Fittest Man on Earth No matter your level of fitness, no matter if you&’ve never attempted CrossFit before, this book is your total training manual. Mat Fraser is undisputedly the fittest man in CrossFit history for winning the CrossFit Games an unprecedented five times. A student of engineering, Fraser optimized his body like a machine, and his absolute dedication to the training program he designed for himself is now legendary. For years, every single decision he made was weighed against the question: "Will this help me win?" If the answer was no, he didn't do it. If it would give him even the slightest edge or advantage, he would—no matter the cost. Fraser became a master of identifying his weaknesses and then seeking out training methods to improve them, and he's idolized in the fitness community for his relentless pursuit of peak performance. It's not hard to see why he achieved so much success—but how is a different question. Throughout his career, Fraser has been highly guarded about his specific training techniques (after all, sharing them would not help him win the CrossFit Games). But with his recent retirement from competition, Fraser is finally ready to open up about his path to the podium. HWPO reveals the workouts, training hacks, eating plans, and mental strategies that have helped make him a champion. It's an incredible resource of elite training strategies, illustrated workouts, and motivational stories, and it's a glimpse into the mind of one of the world's greatest athletes. *Includes a downloadable PDF of exercises, recipes, logs, and other HWPO tools
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Biography, Sports and games, Baseball
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Biography of New York Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter (born 1974) chronicles his childhood in Kalamazoo, Michigan; his 1995 major-league debut;…
and his career highlights, which include five World Series rings and five Gold Glove awards. Also recaps Jeter's contentious late-2010 contract negotiations. Some strong language. 2011
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Animals and wildlife, Adventure and exploration, Journals and memoirs, United States travel and geography, Sports and games
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Newspaperman examines his unique relationship with his hiking partner, miniature schnauzer Atticus M. Finch. Explains how a fund-raising effort after…
a friend's death started man and dog's years of climbing in New Hampshire's White Mountains--188 peaks over three winters. Some strong language. 2011
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General fictionReligion, Christianity, Religious texts, Inspirational and family life
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Author recasts the parables of Jesus from the New Testament in twenty-first-century settings to make their messages more meaningful to…
new audiences. First in the collection is the parable of a rich man who shares his wealth with common people. 2001
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Religion, Christianity
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Quaker pastor Gulley invites fellow Christians to consider their faith in a fresh way, informed by common sense, positive tradition,…
and personal experience. Reflects on the evolution of faith in his own life and in society. Discusses the concepts of suffering, evil, salvation, prayer, and the afterlife. 2011
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Religion, Bestsellers (Non-fiction), Inspirational and family life, Christianity
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In a companion to Crazy Love (DB 72126), pastor Chan turns to the purpose and presence of the Holy Spirit.…
Uses anecdotes and scripture to show the ways Christians can recognize the Holy Spirit in their lives. Bestseller. 2009
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Bestsellers (Non-fiction), Biography, Sports and games, Journals and memoirs, Sports biography
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Autobiography of Los Angeles Lakers basketball player Jerry West (born in 1938) describes his hardscrabble life in West Virginia, championship…
college play with the Mountaineers, participation in the 1960 Olympics, and career with the Lakers. Discusses his personal life and relationships with other players. Strong language. Bestseller. 2011
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Religion, Bestsellers (Non-fiction), Inspirational and family life, Christianity, Paranormal
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Father recounts the 2004 car accident that injured him and left his six-year-old son Alex in a coma. Alex describes…
waking two months later and discovering that some of his spinal injuries had healed without medical intervention--and believing that he had entered heaven and met Jesus. Bestseller. 2010
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Animals and wildlife, Bestsellers (Non-fiction), Sports and games, Journals and memoirs, United States history
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Relates Dutch immigrant Harry de Leyer's 1956 purchase of a gray horse from a slaughterhouse truck for eighty dollars. Recounts…
de Leyer's Long Island boarding-school students riding the horse named Snowman, the discovery of Snowman's jumping feats, and his victory at the 1958 National Horse Show. Bestseller. 2011
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Religion, Bestsellers (Non-fiction), Inspirational and family life, Christianity, Self help
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Pastor Osteen discusses research showing that people are happiest on Fridays and suggests allowing joy to infuse every day by…
maintaining a positive outlook. Uses scripture and personal anecdotes to illustrate his principles for happiness. Bestseller. 2011