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1. Signs of Hope: Messages from Subway Therapy
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A deeply moving and inspiring collection of notes from the most expressive wall in the world.
In the days and weeks after the 2016 presidential election, Matthew Chavez showed up in the subway with stacks of brightly colored sticky notes. "Express yourself," he told passersby. The response was electric. Calling himself "Levee"--one who supports the city's emotional tide--Chavez turned an underground maze into a communal art space known as Subway Therapy.
News and social media feeds around the world filled with images of this ever-changing, ever-growing wall of remembrances, messages of love, and fierce calls to action. And its spirit was catching. Thousands picked up the mantle to create Subway Therapy walls in cities across the country--San Francisco, Oakland, Seattle, Boston, Washington, D.C.--and internationally as well.
Signs of Hope is Chavez's tribute to Subway Therapy, showcasing the most inspired and most inspiring of the thousands of 3 x 3 inch notes. Individually these brave and funny and emotional "posts" bring the personal and momentary into the open. Together, they show us a vision of inclusivity and hope.
A portion of the author's proceeds will go to the ACLU (aclu.org), supporters of free speech in all its forms, and Win (winnyc.org), the largest provider of shelter and services to New York's homeless families.
2. Color Us United: Signs of Hope from Protest Marches
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This adult coloring book pairs 38 clever and inspirational sayings with beautifully intricate hand-drawn designs to provide you with a relaxing way to remember and re-engage with the values on display at the protest marches in 2017. The messages in this book are chosen to represent our highest and kindest American values those that seemed to be forgotten over the past years.See sample pages at: www.facebook.com/colorusunited/
Throughout 2017 an engaged majority protested across the country and around the globe to reclaim civility and common decency. They marched for love, acceptance and respect for all people in our communities and in our governments. In doing so, the marchers reminded us all that we are not alone, and we will weather this political storm.
So grab some colored pencils, relax a bit, and get re-inspired to join the fight. Know that the strength of an engaged majority will win out in the end. Color Us United.
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- 38 hand-drawn designs with varying levels of difficulty
- floral and geometric-inspired designs, both pictorial and abstract, serve as backdrop for inspiring and powerful messages
- 8.5 x 11 inches, portrait orientation
- single-sided, 60# white paper
- several blank pages at the end for testing colors
- glossy paperback
Great gift for reSisters, truth-tellers, and ANYONE who believes in kindness, acceptance, and equal rights for ALL people.
3. Signs of Hope: In Praise of Ordinary Heroes: Selections from Hope Magazine
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A collection of stories by and about uncelebrated people who make a positive difference in their communities and the world.
Several years ago, Jon Wilson, editor of acclaimed WoodenBoat magazine, decided he'd had enough of the constant barrage of violence and misery in the media. His answer was the magazine Hope, dedicated to stories by and about uncelebrated people who make a positive difference in their communities and the world.Signs of Hope gathers the best of that journal, and restores our faith in the power of individual acts. For instance: a widow writes about the death of her husband and her struggle to endure; a counselor describes the transformative power of summer camp for children with a fatal blood disease; a psychologist discovers the vital human beings behind his patients' diagnoses; a father reveals what his newborn daughter taught him about men, women, and family. This is a collection to remind us of our common humanity and our capacity to give and to love. The magazine Hope is the winner of Utne Reader's 9th Annual Alternative Press Award and was named one of the "10 Best Magazines" by Library Journal.
4. Signs of Hope
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In a world in which life is no longer sacred, hunger and poverty are rampant, and natural disasters are worse than ever before, people find themselves hoping against hope that things will get better.Turn on the news, and youll be bombarded with stories of vicious crimes, cruel wars, and terrible disasters. From all appearances, our world seems to be hurtling toward a catastrophic finale. But whos to blame for all this chaos, anyway? Is there actually a rational explanation for the horrific events that take place each and every day? And is there anything that could save us from this mess?Alejandro Bulln tackles these and other daunting questions and discovers that the crisis in which weve found ourselves is itself a sign of hope pointing to the grand finalethe second coming of Jesus.5. Signs of Hope in the City: Renewing Urban Mission, Embracing Radical Hope
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Signs of Hope in the City: Renewing Urban Mission, Embracing Radical Hope. By 2025, there will be 3 billion people living in urban slums. This raises huge questions for the church. Where are the "signs of hope" in our cities? How can the church become "hope enfleshed"? What does it mean to serve the God of hope and transformation? How do we recruit, equip, and sustain people for hope-filled urban mission today? With a Foreword by Michael Frost, Signs of Hope in the City offers the best of the 2014 International Society of Urban Mission (ISUM) Summit. This book explores such themes as urban poverty, interfaith dynamics, Christian spirituality, trafficking, creation care, asylum seekers and refugees, and the local church's role in urban transformation. The authors are grassroots practitioners and world-class thinkers who will help you renew your passion for urban mission. They will inspire you to see and release Spirit-empowered, Christ-honouring signs of hope in your city and beyond.6. Hogans Hope
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Deaf dogs are often mistreated, abandoned, or even destroyed. Hogan's Hope is the extraordinary tale of a legendary deaf canine hero who, after being rescued from severe abuse, prevailed as he learned sign language and provided the hope of life, not death, for deaf dogs worldwide.His courage to overcome prejudices and myths continues to provide inspirationto anyone, human or pet, that success and genuine love are truly possible. This valiant deaf dog brings to light that by choosing hope anyone's dreams can come true and the world can be filled with true faith, pure joy, and unconditional love.Hogan's Hope, like the books Until Tuesday and Devoted, shares deep devoted love, loyalty, and dedicated bond between him and his human. It's a heartwarming story akin to that of the #1 New York Times bestseller,A Dog's Purpose, that touches the soul and encourages people to find real love and meaning in their lives despite any challenge. Furthermore, similar to Lucca inTop Dog,Hogan inspires readers to examine their hearts, discover the faithfulness of true best friends, and appreciate the loyalty of our four-legged heroes. By discovering a new world beyond the door of the metal cage, he's similar to Lucy in The Chronicles of Narnia and The Little Prince searching each adventure in his new world with great anticipation. Hogan was a dog who saved both dogs and humans alike; and, to Connie and so many others with whom he was known, he was the perfect dog.
Hogan's fame spread through television shows such as Oprah Winfrey, Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures, Dateline, Amazing Tails, National Geographic, and Good Morning America. Hogan even appeared in a segment of Reading Rainbow recognizing the heroes of 9/11.
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As the days got longer, the pup dubbed Number 10 was sure that Anna would have extra time for him. However, increasing numbers of after-school activities kept her from coming home on time. The dog watched from his cage as the yellow bus rumbled down the road without stopping. But, where was Anna? The puppy didn't understand alone in his metal cage and world of silence.What no one realized was that a friend had been watching Number 10, a very special dog to this neighbor, closely over the course of the year when he came for occasional visits. Without fail, he always went over to the pen, and the pup loved having someone else coming to see him. The neighbor's face was kind and his expressions were soft. The young dog sensed that this man had a kind heart, and as his hands glided down the dog's body, they must have felt comforting.
One afternoon while Anna's dog waited for her to come home and spend time with him, the caring human drove up to the house. Instead of coming to see Number 10 first like he usually did, he went directly inside the house. He held a leash in his left hand. That was puzzling. It didn't take long for him to come back outside with Anna's mother, and they both walked down to the dog's cage. Opening the gate, the man slowly bent down and motioned for Number 10 to come to him. Most other times the young dog would have scampered over to him, but something felt unusual. Anna's mother was there and because this man was kind before, the dog moved timidly toward him. The treat in the man's hand helped to convince this hungry dog and he voraciously devoured it. The leash that the man carried in his hand was clipped onto the dog's collar, and Number 10 was led to a truck. The man gently lifted the pup inside. Unfamiliar to riding in a vehicle, the pup shrank down to the floor between the seat and dashboard, looking up at the ceiling and the windows. Just before the door closed, Anna's mother and the man shared a hug and she turned to leave. The dog must have been confused as he fumbled his way up to peer out the rear window. Dust rose from the driveway as they drove away, and he watched Anna's house grow smaller in the distance.
7. I Didn't Sign Up for This: Finding Hope When Everything Is Going Wrong
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So many things have the power to change our lives dramatically--loss, fear, betrayal, failure. When everything goes wrong in life, it's so easy to give in to the pain, frustration, and anger that threaten to overwhelm us. Though we may feel like giving up, there is life--abundant, exciting, and fulfilling--after our world gets turned upside down. In fact, says John Westfall, it's often in the face of fear and loss that we truly learn to live with courage, faith, and surprising joy.Westfall speaks from experience. He may have pretended everything was fine, but inside he was beaten down, burdened, and aching for freedom from the depression that gripped him after a sudden loss. Through his own story, the stories of others, and wisdom from Scripture, Westfall shares with readers the peace of acceptance, the pleasure of release, and the power of risk.
Joy can be ours, even after devastating events. This book lights the way to a bright and new beginning.
8. Why We March: Signs of Protest and Hope--Voices from the Women's March
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On January 21, 2017, millions of people gathered worldwide for the Womens March, one of the largest demonstrations in political history. Together they raised their voices in hope, protest, and solidarity. This inspiring collection features 500 of the most eloquent, provocative, uplifting, clever, and creative signs from across the United States and around the world. Each is a powerful reminder of why we march. As with the recent battle cry of Nevertheless, she persisted, these messages continue to reverberate daily and fortify a movement that will not be silenced. All royalties from the sale of this book will be donated to Planned Parenthood.
On January 21, 2017, millions of people gathered worldwide for the Womens March, one of the largest demonstrations in political history. Together they raised their voices in hope, protest, and solidarity. This inspiring collection features 500 of the most eloquent, provocative, uplifting, clever, and creative signs from across the United States and around the world. Each is a powerful reminder of why we march. As with the recent battle cry of Nevertheless, she persisted, these messages continue to reverberate daily and fortify a movement that will not be silenced. All royalties from the sale of this book will be donated to Planned Parenthood.
9. Chicken Soup for the Soul: Angels and Miracles: 101 Inspirational Stories about Hope, Answered Prayers, and Divine Intervention
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Miracles, answered prayers, cases of divine interventionthey happen every daystrengthening our faith, giving us hope, and proving that good things do happen to good people!Miracles are all around uswe just have to look to see them. These powerful stories will deepen your faith and give you hope that good things do happen to good people. From guardian angels to divine messengers, from miraculous healing to messages from heaven, from mysterious dreams that come true to divine coincidence, youll be in awe as you read these 101 stories of true wonder and inspiration. These stories are written by real peopleordinary people who have had extraordinary experienceswho are just as surprised that these things happened to them as we are to read about them.
10. Signs: Seven Words of Hope
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Fifty years ago, the Second Vatican Council released its vision of a Church which would put society s weakest and most marginalized members at its heart. At the same time, Jean Vanier founded the l'Arche, a new sort of Christian community in which people with severe learning difficulties would be welcomed to a life of freedom and dignity. In the intervening years, l Arche has become a world-renowned symbol of compassion and hope. But what has become of the radical hope for a renewed Church and those who should be its central concern? Signs is a major new book from Jean Vanier essential reading for all in the Church. He identifies the seven paths of transformation at the heart of l Arche philosophy. The same paths should be heeded by the Church if we are to rediscover that vision of a society that grows outwards from the poor and disadvantaged. The seven paths: From humiliation to humility; from normalization to the awakening conscience; from exclusion to encounter; from power to authority; from isolation to community; from strength to vulnerability; from secret to mystery.11. 41 Signs of Hope
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A father's grief in the wake of one of America's worst disasters, the 2003 Station Nightclub fire in Rhode Island, becomes a certainty that life and love continue forever.12. Tracking--Signs of Man, Signs of Hope: A Systematic Approach to the Art and Science of Tracking Humans
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Tracking--Signs of Man, Signs of Hope is a complete guide to tracking and finding humans, alive and dead: lost children and adults, crime victims, escaped criminals.
13. Under the Sign of Hope: Feminist Methodology and Narrative Interpretation (Suny Series, Identities in the Classroom)
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Examines the practices of life history, ethnographic fieldwork, and interpretation of women's narratives, ultimately asserting the importance of self-reflexivity for feminist methodology."The strength of this book lies in its careful consideration of the tensions feminist methodologies open, the problem of intersubjectivity when subjects are themselves posed as non-unitary (or split between conscious and unconscious desires), and the juxtaposition of theories of methodology that grapple with language and cultural dynamics." -- Deborah Britzman, author of Lost Subjects, Contested Objects: Toward a Psychoanalytic Inquiry of Learning
Under the Sign of Hope examines the practices of life history, ethnographic fieldwork, and interpretation of women's narratives, ultimately asserting the importance of self-reflexivity for feminist methodology. Bloom takes the stance that what is critical to research is an ability to analyze the complexities of researcher-participant relationships and the limitations of narrative interpretation.
"I like the ways in which Bloom problematizes popular notions of what constitutes a feminist methodology for narrative and interpretive research. In doing so she does not blithely dismiss such notions, but she exposes contradictions that are both potentially harmful and beneficial depending on context and use. From the working-through she develops her own eclectic blend of approaches (theories and methods), and implicitly encourages others to do the same. A theory, after all, is itself a kind of autobiography. I also especially appreciate her attention to women and (auto)biography. Her rereading of theories from ethnographic anthropology, literary criticism, and poststructural 'psychoanalytic' literature through the frames of her experiences interviewing two women has inspired me to explore the territory further myself, and to revisit works that I have ignored for too long. Indeed, I found myself wishing that I had read this book before having completed my own!" -- Susan Huddleston Edgerton, Western Michigan University
14. Signs of Hope in the City: Ministries of Community Renewal
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This newly revised and updated edition provides additional resources and essays from some of New York's most effective practitioners of dynamic urban ministry.15. Oil, Power and a Sign of Hope