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In this day and age, this is a common feeling we have. Trekking is an invitation to deep spiritual and cultural transformation. While the standard and superficial practices of North American contemporary church are being soundly rejected in this cultural moment, Gene Maynard takes you on a journey into ancient, contemplative Christian spirituality to help you retrieve the powerfully transformative practices and rhythms that have always been the hallmark of Christian faith.

By the 1930s, no one had yet crossed Antarctica, and its vast interior remained a mystery frozen in time. Hoping to write his name in the history books, wealthy American Lincoln Ellsworth announced he would fly across the unexplored continent, and to honor his hero, Wyatt Earp, he would carry his gun belt on the flight. The obstacles to Ellsworth’s ambition were numerous: He didn’t like the cold, he avoided physical work, and he couldn’t navigate. Consequently, he hired the experienced Australian explorer Sir Hubert Wilkins to organize the expedition on his behalf.

Steele Austin is filled with youthful enthusiasm. The idealistic Episcopal priest accepts a call to one of the oldest and most prestigious pulpits in the state of Georgia. His idealism continually conflicts with the determination of the parish leaders to keep things just the way they have always been. Steele, on the other hand, is equally determined to battle bigotry and prejudice, even when masked in tradition. Father Austin wants to build an inclusive church.. He embraces those that violate the congregation's unwritten membership standards. The parish leaders want a church that can be a ...

On a cold January day in 2017, nearly two months before due date, Nile hippopotamus Bibi gave her keepers at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden a big surprise: a tiny newborn hippo, no bigger than a football. The first premature hippo born and raised in captivity, baby Fiona was an underdog from the start: She couldn't nurse, she couldn't stay hydrated, and she wasn't thriving. But the staff at the zoo knew they could save her.

Dazed and Confused explores the turbulent history of cannabis in the United States—from its criminalization to its medical rebranding and reemergence as a legal commodity. Told across major eras—Era of Madness, War, Medicalization, and Legalization—each episode blends historical archives, AI-narrated storytelling, and cultural analysis to examine the policies, panics, and power struggles that shaped the modern War on Drugs. If you’ve ever wondered how a plant went from pharmacy shelf to felony charge—and now to dispensary counter—this is the story.

A heartbreaking and inspiring sports drama about love, loss, and legacy. Friday night lights. A championship dream. A town forever changed. When high school senior Aidan McAllister suffers an injury on opening night, doctors uncover something far more devastating: a rare form of cancer. Determined not to let his illness define his senior year, Aidan convinces his parents and coach to let him finish the season with his team. As Aidan fights for every down, his teammates, coaches, and community discover that football is more than a game—it’s a language of brotherhood, sacrifice, and truth...

The residents of First Church in Falls City, Georgia must rely on their Christian Faith to overcome their fears. This will require some of them to risk their reputation, marriage, family, and safety. God is leading them down a path they may not have chosen, but each knows it's the right thing to do. Once again, you'll recognize these folks. They go to your church, club, or neighborhood. They may even be a member of your family. The readers of The Magnolia Series who have been anticipating their fourteenth visit will not be disappointed. The characters will give you a chuckle and perhaps a ...

From Dancing with Bees author Anna Maynard, this big-hearted and relatable romance is a story of self-discovery, second chances, and learning to back yourself. Disciplined and pragmatic, Mary Roberts feels she's got her life under control. She's recently moved to Hobart, she's nearing the end of...

All Good (Magical) Things Must Come to an End 11-year-old Roger Tarkington sees his future, and it isn’t good. After having achieved middle school greatness, he will soon lose it all and become the laughing stock of Jefferson Middle School. But he has a powerful, magic calendar, so no big deal, right? Well, its magic power is about to run out, and a time travel glitch further threatens to derail his plan to stop his terrible downfall. What will Roger do when he learns that his only hope in changing his future lies in confronting his own past? Find out in the final thrilling book in the ...

Funny, heart-warming and ultimately triumphant, The Seven Imperfect Rules of Elvira Carr by Frances Maynard is a story for anyone who doesn’t quite fit in – and for everyone who chooses not to. Perfect for fans of Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine. 'Wonderful' – Rosie Walsh, author of...

For billionaire horse breeder Drew Farrell, the day starts with the usual argument with ornery neighbor Beth Andrews. But within minutes, he and the irritating beauty are huddled together in a storm cellar praying for their lives. They call a truce...and seal it with an unexpected kiss. They emerge to a scene of utter devastation. Their passion to rebuild is rivaled only by the very personal passion they've just discovered...until Beth's past catches up with her, and a very different type of storm erupts.

How to Lead When No One Folls is a rebuke of a failed system of political leadership and an admonishment to the Black community to demand more of its leaders, and more importantly, itself. Jerry Maynard has fought for the Black community as a lawyer, politician, and pastor, and has seen the good and bad of it all. This book is a manifesto invoked by his passion for equality and empowerment.

Fresh off achieving middle school greatness, 11-year-old Roger Tarkington sets his sights on something bigger than himself. He plans to use his magic calendar to help the powerless at Jefferson Middle School and turn the tables on the school’s powerful bullies. Just call Roger a modern-day Robin Hood! But Roger’s very first attempt could be his last, as he uncovers a secret at the school so big that even his magic calendar may not be able to fix things! Is Roger’s plan to right the wrongs at Jefferson Middle School foolproof or foolhardy? Are some middle school wrongs impossible to be...

The masters of the great plantations ruled over those they believed to be inferior to them. Their descendants often believe they are entitled to this same position. With divine right they appeal to their wealth and bloodline demanding that the unimportant in their world be subservient to them. In Falls City, Georgia those in positions of superiority utilize intimidation, slander, blackmail, sex and even murder to get their way. In this seventh visit to Historic First Church these powerful people have used their influence to destroy the spirit of their own pastor and his family. As in the ...

Delve into the captivating world of Hugh Mainwaring, a wealthy financier, as he unknowingly sets off a series of startling events while dictating his final will. That Mainwaring Affair, a best-selling mystery novel first published in 1901, weaves a thrilling tale of detective investigation, riveting courtroom drama, and intriguing family secrets. Join us as we unravel this absorbing story (Summary by J. M. Smallheer).

In this, his seventeenth book, Doctor Maynard has once again written with pastors and lay leaders in mind. This is a resource they can use in pre-marital counseling, marital counseling, with youth and small groups. This conversation guide on money and stewardship raises the following questions among others.Do You Pay Everyone But Yourself?Are Your Children Becoming Financial Snowflakes?What Type of Giver Are You?Are All Charities Equal?Are The Wealthy Blessed or Just Lucky?Any person seeking to examine money and its use through a spiritual lens and in light of scriptural teachings will find...

Debí Tirar Más Fotos" (DTMF), is yet another testament to his creative prowess, resonating deeply with fans and critics alike.

Father Steele Austin encounters a sensitive pastoral crisis with one of his assisting priests he’s never dealt with before. Virginia Willoughby’s plan for her new life in Costa Rica is falling into place. She only needs to permanently remove her paramour’s wife. Father Jim Vernon struggles to hide his true identity from the homophobic parish he serves. Howard Dexter's bigotry is exposed before the entire nation. Almeda Alexander Drummond wants to give the entire town a lesson in Christian ethics. All your favorite characters have returned to give you a smile, a chuckle, and perhaps a ...

Lorsque Eleanor, jeune artiste à succès, achète une maison dans la campagne du New Hampshire, elle cherche à oublier un passé difficile. Sa rencontre avec le séduisant Cam lui ouvre un nouvel univers, animé par la venue de trois enfants : la secrète Alison, l'optimiste Ursula, et le doux Toby. Comblée, Eleanor vit l'accomplissement d'un rêve. Très tôt laissée à elle-même par des parents indifférents, elle semble prête à tous les sacrifices pour ses enfants.

In 1927, German filmmaker Fritz Lang brought to the screen one of the most ground-breaking sci-fi melodramas of all time, based on the screenplay he co-wrote with his wife, novelist Thea von Harbou. It is regarded as a classic and one of the first full-length movies in the genre. Five visionary new pulp writers have envisioned four dramatic tales to guide readers back to those vaulted, shining towers of Metropolis in this new collection inspired by Lang’s masterpiece.