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A new edition of the "remarkable first novel" from a major voice in Caribbean literature in the Celebrating Black Women Writers series. Written in modified Jamaican patois, Powell traces the life of Gwennie, a strong woman who plays the role of wife and mother while suffering through a loveless and violently abusive marriage to Walter. Faced with choice of remain a victim to her duties or flee from the cruelties of her everyday life, Gwennie decides to start anew and embrace the pressures of sudden and laudable change.

Deep in the heart of Northern Arizona, in a small and isolated patch of the vast 17.5 million-acre Navajo reservation, sits Chinle High School. Here, basketball is passion, passed from grandparent to parent to child. Celebrated Times journalist Michael Powell brings us a narrative of triumph and hardship, a moving story about a basketball team on a Navajo reservation that shows how important sports can be to youths in struggling communities, and the transcendent magic and painful realities that confront Native Americans living on reservations.

This audiobook gives youth workers the opportunity to go beyond simply trying to motivate kids to serve those in need and invites them to help their kids wrestle with why those people are in need in the first place. Specific topics that will be addressed include the out-of-the-box-Jesus, the power of repentance, biblically grounded motivations for service, the power of community, as well as how to respond to the poverty, racism, and unequal power relationships.

Sticky Faith delivers positive and practical ideas to nurture within your kids a living, loving faith that lasts a lifetime. Research indicates that almost half of high school seniors drift from their faith after graduation. This easy-to-listen guide presents both a compelling rationale and a powerful strategy to show parents how to actively encourage their children’s spiritual growth so that it will stick with them into adulthood and empower them to develop a living, lasting faith.

Building on the best-selling go-to guidebook Sticky Faith, The Sticky Faith Guide for Your Family shows parents how to actively encourage their children's spiritual growth so that it will stick with them into adulthood and empower them to develop a living, lasting faith.

Special Ops Agent Rafe Silva has always been a dedicated soldier, content in the military and jetting from one mission to the next. Her life is structured and clear of emotional entanglements until an old friend requests she provide protection for an industry whistle blower.

In The Misaligned Monkey, we look at how Misalignment happens and then provide proven methods that allows you to reengineer your relationship.

Explore the dynamic landscape of faith and spirituality with two pastors. In this thought-provoking podcast, we boldly challenge established church theologies and belief systems, offering a safe space for candid discussions on tough issues within the church. Join us as we navigate the complexities of faith, challenge the status quo, and discover a deeper, more authentic spiritual compass. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/calvaryscompass/support

More and more people are reassessing their lives as a result of the pandemic. Many have left their jobs or reduced their hours. Others have resolved to work only as long as they must, retiring early to focus on families and friends, hobbies or travel. Meanwhile, employers all over the world are experimenting with a four-day week. Making the most of these choices requires having and growing enough money to enjoy your future life, without needing to worry about it running out. But when it comes to investing in a pension, there is a dizzying number of complex options available.

The Father's Business is the ministry of Sylvia Gunter. This podcast will introduce you to the resources of Sylvia Gunter, as well as discuss various topics that help you deepen your relationship with God.

Every episode, Kara and Adina watch the pilot of a different television show and talk through the episode from both a viewer and writer's perspective, sharing their initial thoughts and deciding if they want to keep watching. It's the fun way to learn about writing while working through your watchlist. Join in as they try to clear out their queue!

The mythical village of Chelm is where, in the mid- to late-1800s, the Wise Fools lived. Where everyone was a fool, no one was aware of being foolish. These are their stories--unlike other stories in the Chelm genre, very short-form tales as read aloud in synagogue over many years. (But you don't have to be Jewish! All are welcome.) (From the book of the same name, available on Amazon.com)

Inspired by the real-life Glico-Morinaga kidnapping, an unsolved case which terrorized Japan for two years, Lady Joker reimagines the circumstances of this watershed episode in modern Japanese history and brings into riveting focus the lives and motivations of the victims, the perpetrators, the heroes and the villains. As the shady networks linking corporations to syndicates are brought to light, the stakes rise, and some of the professionals we have watched try to fight their way through this crisis will lose everything—some even their lives.

Fortnightly conversations about running a business as a non-technical founder. Join Laura and Nathan as they navigate the developer-dominated world of entrepreneurship, bootstrapping and beyond.

This podcast will draw and unite people from different walks of life by highlighting the similarities in the sum total of our life experiences as opposed to pointing out the glaring differences that often separate us.

The NBA CYPHER Podcast was born from all the great NBA debates I've had with friends and my social media fam , Who's the GOAT/ Greatest team all time, best player in the game today, future stars or bust? ….Let's chop it up! Cover art photo provided by Tom Pottiger on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@tompottiger

The Living Mysteries is a roundtable discussion podcast on occultism, esotericism, philosophy and the Mysteries, with a focus on practitioners’ lived experiences and engagement with the numinous. Each week we discuss topics on Late Antique philosophy, folk witchcraft and contemporary occulture and how these ideas have shaped wider Western Culture.

A light hearted but truthful podcast that aims to give middle aged people a lift.Lloyd is a 50 year old teacher - recently single he is a father of 3 who has one working eye is bald and lacking confidence in his body shape. The irony being that he is outwardly the most charismatic person you will ever meet and loves to chat. Matt his friend of 20 years tries to cheer him up by discussing different topics and how they could be used to get him off his arse and get back to living in the moment.Plenty of relatable anecdotes and more than a few laughs. Episodes fortnightly.EnjoyMatt & Lloyd

What comes to mind when you think of the word “salty?” Maybe it’s the “throwing shade” kind of salty, or maybe it’s simply a spice you crave on your favorite food. Here on the Stay Salty Podcast, we’re not just talking about any kind of salty. We’re talking about the Matthew 5:13 kind of salty: “You are the salt of the earth. But what good is salt if it has lost its flavor?” Join me as I discover how people’s stories of faith add a unique flavor to their lives. If you're here for testimonies or theology, this podcast is sure to help you learn how to add a little bit of ...

Welcome to "Fans First: A Sports Podcast," where your voice matters most! Hosted by the legendary Hall of Fame sportscaster Jim Powell, this show puts fans at the heart of the conversation. We believe sports are more than just games—they’re a way of life, a source of passion, and a community that brings people together. That’s why "Fans First" is here to celebrate your insights, opinions, and love for the game like never before. Whether you’re cheering in the stands, shouting at the TV, or debating trades with friends, "Fans First" is your go-to destination for all things sports. Each ...