How Awesome This Place

Creation and Evolution are sometimes controversial topics to modern Man. How can a modern person of Faith reconcile scientific knowledge with biblical accounts of Creation of Heaven and Earth? Why, where and how does Man fit into the overall scheme of things. What is the destiny of the Human Race? How can Man avoid trouble and have a successful Life? These are all age-old questions answered by an age-old Story, namely, the Story of Creation as recorded in the first book of Moses. The Writer has taken the humble step to explore this informative Story in a meaningful manner, so as to benefit Man and Woman in their unwittingly problematic Life. Life is complicated and too many self-proclaimed gurus offer Man and Woman their un-solicited advice, how to achieve Nirvana. This book is written to provide information on how to deal with problems and solutions according to divine Scripture. May the Reader be richly blessed by it's contents. The Writer

"How Awesome Is This Place" is the story of how the Cathedral in Oakland California became a "liturgical Mecca with a national reputation." It unfolded in the l960s through the 1980s, decades fraught with turmoil within the country and the Catholic Church. Father Don Osuna, cathedral music and worship director for nineteen years (ten as rector) recalls in graphic and entertaining detail how one congregation successfully gave a form and face to the radical reforms of the Second Vatican Council. His memoir is a fascinating snapshot into the soul of a community struggling to realize Pope John XXIII's vision of the Church in the modern world. The creative liturgical "experiments" embraced all the arts, including film, choreography and electronic music, in the service of worship. This combination of art and rubric, innovation and tradition was not without controversy. Nor were some of the principal players. But not even a clerical "scandal" and a Prodigal Son "sequel" was able to destroy a parish and a people that learned to pray, minister and grow spiritually together. It took an unexpected act of God to bring down the "awesome place."

“Neil Pasricha is a gift. This book would make even the grinchiest Grinch love the holidays again.”—A. J. Jacobs There’s nothing like the holidays. They bring out the best, and sometimes the worst, in everyone. Luckily, Neil Pasricha is here to remind us that not only are the holidays great, but there’s actually even more to celebrate than we realize. From Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa, to other holidays throughout the year, such as Mother’s Day and Thanksgiving, The Book of (Holiday) Awesome will show you why holidays are...AWESOME. • Making the first footprint in fresh snow • When the in-laws leave • Waking up and realizing it’s Christmas • Just barely wrapping a gift with that tiny scrap of leftover wrapping paper • When they finally stop playing Christmas songs on the radio • Knowing “Kwanzaa” is worth more Scrabble points than “Hanukkah” or “Christmas”

Table of Contents Introduction Landscaping Your Backyard Types of Flowers and Other Vegetation Considering the Size and Location of Land When Preparing the Backyard Popular Events Held On Backyards Getting in Touch With Professional Event Organizers Conclusion Author Bio Publisher Introduction For a number of years now there has been a sharp increase in the number of exclusive resorts, private members golf clubs and five star hotels willing to host events at any time of the year. Reserving such venues is normally quite expensive and only the middle and high income earners can afford to host an event there. However, did you know that you can convert your backyard to one of the best venues in your neighborhood? With very little effort and time, your home can be turned into an amazing venue with splendid features that’ll make all your guests feel at home whenever you host an event. Before you start thinking of the attendance list to an event you’re about to host, you have to think of where you are going to host them and whether they are going to enjoy themselves if or when they turn up. This means that the first thing you have to do is ensure that the venue is sizeable and well equipped to comfortablyhost all the guests that will be in attendance. Inside the book ‘How to Make Your Backyard a Magnificent Venue for Hosting Events’ you’ll find everything you need to convert your backyard into a scenic venue that will leaveall your guests amazed and looking forward to coming back in future. With this book you won’t ever feel ashamed of your home as it will be one of the best homes in your suburb. After reading it, you’ll know how to landscape your home and establish a superb garden with beautiful flowers, vegetables, herbs and/or other types of vegetation. You’ll also know how to take care of your backyard so that it remains a magnificent venue for hosting events. The book ‘How to Make Your Backyard a Magnificent Venue for Hosting Events’ is equipped with tips on how to customize your backyard in a specific theme for specific events. One main advantage of hosting events in your backyard is that you’ll save the money that could have been used in reserving venues elsewhere. You can also commercialize the venue –offer the venue to neighbors at a small fee- and hence earn some extra cash. Your property will also increase in value and hence you’re guaranteed of more profits in case you decide to sell or lease it in future. Be the first in your vicinity to convert a simple backyard into a high-end venue by simply reading and applying the tips listed in the book ‘How to Make Your Backyard a Magnificent Venue for Hosting Events.’

A stunning first picture book from the New York Times bestselling author of The Book of Awesome. Are you ready? With the simple touch of your fingers go on a stunning interactive journey to see the world as you never have before. Fly through wispy clouds, dive deep into the sparkling ocean, feel wet grains of sand on a hot and sunny beach... You will discover you can fly your mind to anywhere on Earth. And by the time you reach the surprise ending in this unforgettable journey you'll learn that awesome truly is everywhere.

From the bestselling author of The Book of Awesome, You Are Awesome, and the award-winning, multimillion-hit blog 1000 Awesome Things comes even more of the little things that make us smile every day! Neil Pasricha is back with a collection of hundreds more awesome things from the website, as well as never-before-seen extraordinary moments that deserve celebration: • Letting go of the gas pump perfectly so you end on a round number • When a baby falls asleep on you • When your pet notices you’re in a bad mood and comes to see you • Pulling a weed and getting all the roots with it • When your windshield wipers match the beat of the song you’re listening to • When the hiccups stop • The smooth feeling on your teeth when you get your braces off • Driving from a rough road onto a smooth one • When the person you’re meeting is even later than you are • That guy who helps you parallel park There’s even space for you to write your very own Awesome Things in the back. Because couldn’t we all use (even more) awesome?

These meditations take a verse from one of the lectionary texts not chosen for preaching for a given service and offer a devotional reflection on the verse, often using the context of the entire pericope as described in the lectionary. I try to make them worth the while of my readers, finding a fairly broad readership among the congregations I served through the years.