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“How should we live in this house of God? We know that the way a building is shaped also helps in determining the way those within it live and relate. We are indeed formed by what we form. Qualities such as integrity, hospitality, humanity and beauty in a place will enable its dwellers to live lives in which such qualities are evident. The way we understand who we are and how we live will be reflected in our places and vice versa. Our places become bearers of meaning and memory.” —From Chapter 1In Living in the House of God, Margaret Malone draws on her study of and research on the Rule of Saint Benedict to show the ways in which this ancient rule can illuminate modern life. The broad gamut of topics this book examines—from Benedictine life as sacrament to Augustine’s influence on Benedict to obedience and the art of listening, among others—is itself a witness to the generous flexibility of the Rule, as Benedict proposes a way of life that truly corresponds to the deepest needs of the whole of human nature.

First published in 1998. The problem of homelessness is increasing nationally in volume, variety, and visibility, with the subpopulation of homeless families with children growing the fastest. An unstable living environment places these families, especially the children at risk, of accomplishing positive, adaptive socialization. In addition, the provision of supportive services to these children, impose an excessive economic burden on the public. The paucity of information and research concerning what homelessness means for children who are members of these families, are reasons for undertaking this work. The book provides a survey research model to collect and analyze information, about what the circumstances of homelessness means from the perspective of children sheltered with homeless families.

Challenging assumptions about caregiving for those dying of chronic illness. What is it like to live with—and love—someone whose death, while delayed, is nevertheless foretold? In Living in Death’s Shadow, Emily K. Abel, an expert on the history of death and dying, examines memoirs written between 1965 and 2014 by family members of people who died from chronic disease. In earlier eras, death generally occurred quickly from acute illnesses, but as chronic disease became the major cause of mortality, many people continued to live with terminal diagnoses for months and even years. Illuminating the excruciatingly painful experience of coping with a family member’s extended fatal illness, Abel analyzes the political, personal, cultural, and medical dimensions of these struggles. The book focuses on three significant developments that transformed the experiences of those dying and their intimates: the passage of Medicare and Medicaid, the growing use of high-tech treatments at the end of life, and the rise of a movement to humanize the care of dying people. It questions the exalted value placed on acceptance of mortality as well as the notion that it is always better to die at home than in an institution. Ultimately, Living in Death’s Shadow emphasizes the need to shift attention from the drama of death to the entire course of a serious chronic disease. The chapters follow a common narrative of life-threatening disease: learning the diagnosis; deciding whether to enroll in a clinical trial; acknowledging or struggling against the limits of medicine; receiving care at home and in a hospital or nursing home; and obtaining palliative and hospice care. Living in Death’s Shadow is essential reading for everyone seeking to understand what it means to live with someone suffering from a chronic, fatal condition, including cancer, AIDS, Alzheimer’s, and heart disease.

This meditation book uses mindful relaxation to prevent relapse and help readers achieve balance in their body, mind, and spirit. "Chinese sage Lao Tzu said every journey begins 'with a single step.' Recovery begins in the same way. Thankfully, Dr. Jeff Hoffman has penned a simple and elegant volume of meditations to accompany you along the way." --Scott D. Miller, Ph.D., Director of the International Center for ExcellenceResearch shows mindful relaxation, or progressive relaxation, is effective in preventing relapse and helping patients achieve balance in mind, body, and spirit. Living in Balance: 90 Meditations for Recovery from Addiction integrates meditation as a complement to Hazelden's evidence-based Living in Balance curriculum. The first three months of recovery are a critical time when people need to learn good habits to replace old drug-using ones. This unique book recommends and guides readers through ninety meditations--one for each day of the first three months--to help prepare readers for recovery, gain practical insights, and make important changes in life.

Living in the Valley by David Snowden

Living in Faith is the Catholic Mass Book for praying and living the Eucharist. It has the complete Order of the Mass, including all four Eucharistic Prayers, with the responses of the assembly, each day’s assigned Scripture readings, all prayers for the Mass of the day, brief reflections on each day’s readings, engaging articles, liturgical seasons, and devotional practices. A priest can say a complete mass using this. Also Ideal for families, nuns, congregations, lay people, parishes. Follows NRSV Bible liturgy.

Reginald McKnight is an avid writer of acronyms to inspire Christians and mankind in general. He is always at work writing and thinking about composing new acronyms to inspire Christians and all mankind, regardless of race, creed, or faith. This is his second book consisting of acronyms. If you need a word of encouragement to brighten a cloudy day, his words are for you. Growing up in South Carolina, he knows the hearts of working-class people striving to reach the ladder of success. He feels that a good word can change your day and even your life. You can find that word to impact your day in LIGHT Living in God's Highest Thoughts.

Have you ever felt like your voice was unheard and you were misunderstood? Like no one was around to listen for your silent pleas? If so, then you undoubtedly have faced some of the hardest years of your life, your adolescence. Sometimes adolescents feel like no one can hear their voice, the pain they face, or the struggles they must overcome. L.I.F.E Living In a Fragmented Existence is a collection of narrative and lyrical poetry that deals with everyday obstacles adolescents face in this broken world, where everything is not always as it seems.