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Book Synopsis Our Better Angels by : Jonathan Reckford
Download or read book Our Better Angels written by Jonathan Reckford and published by St. Martin's Essentials. This book was released on 2019-10-08 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Inspiring and insightful, Our Better Angels: Seven Simple Virtues That Will Change Your Life and the World celebrates the shared principles that unite and enable us to overcome life’s challenges together. “When the waters rise, so do our better angels.”—President Jimmy Carter Jonathan Reckford, the CEO of Habitat for Humanity, has seen time and again the powerful benefits that arise when people from all walks of life work together to help one another. In this uplifting book, he shares true stories of people involved with Habitat as volunteers and future homeowners who embody seven timeless virtues—kindness, community, empowerment, joy, respect, generosity, and service—and shows how we can all practice these to improve the quality of our own lives as well as those around us. A Vietnam veteran finds peace where he was once engaged in war. An impoverished single mother offers her family’s time and energy to enrich their neighbors’ lives. A Zambian family of nine living in a makeshift tent makes room to shelter even more. A teenager grieving for his mother honors her love and memory by ensuring other people have a place to call home. A former president of the United States leads by example with a determined work ethic that motivates everyone around him to be the best version of themselves. These stories, and many others, illustrate how virtues become values, how cooperation becomes connection, and how even the smallest act of compassion can encourage actions that transform the world around us. Here are tales that will make readers laugh and cry and embrace with passion the calling of our better angels to change the way we take care of ourselves, our families, our communities, and the world.
Book Synopsis Habitat for Humanity, how to Build a House by : Larry Haun
Download or read book Habitat for Humanity, how to Build a House written by Larry Haun and published by Taunton Press. This book was released on 2002 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Master builder Larry Haun brings you this complete, step-by-step guide to building a house.
Book Synopsis Designed for Habitat by : David Hinson
Download or read book Designed for Habitat written by David Hinson and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-05-07 with total page 383 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you're looking for ways to give back to your community, then this book, the first to profile thirteen projects designed and built by architects and Habitat for Humanity, will help. Detailed plans, sections, and photographs show you how these projects came about, the strategies used by each team to approach the design and construction process, and the obstacles they overcame to realize a successful outcome. The lessons and insights, presented here will aid you, whether you're an architect, architecture student, Habitat affiliate leader, or an affordable housing advocate. Located all across the United States, these projects represent the full spectrum of Habitat for Humanity affiliates, from large urban affiliates to small rural programs. These cases illustrate a broad range of innovative approaches to energy performance, alternative construction strategies, and responses to site context. And each house demonstrates that design quality need not fall victim to the rigorous imperatives of cost, delivery, and financing.
Book Synopsis The Carpenter's Gift by : David Rubel
Download or read book The Carpenter's Gift written by David Rubel and published by Random House Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 2011-09-27 with total page 49 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Family, friendship, and the spirit of giving are at the heart of this inspiring picture book. Opening in Depression-era New York, The Carpenter's Gift tells the story of eight-year-old Henry and his out-of-work father selling Christmas trees in Manhattan. They give one of their leftover trees to construction workers building Rockefeller Center. That tree becomes the first Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, the finest Henry has seen when adorned with homemade decorations. Henry wishes on the tree for a nice, warm house to replace his family's drafty, one-room shack. Through the kindness of new friends and old neighbors, Henry's wish is granted, and he plants a pinecone to commemorate the event. As an old man, Henry repays the gift by donating to Rockefeller Center the enormous tree that has grown from that pinecone. After bringing joy to thousands as a beautiful Christmas tree, its wood will be used to build a home for a family in need. Written by children's nonfiction author David Rubel, in collaboration with Habitat for Humanity, The Carpenter's Gift features charming, full-color illustrations by Jim LaMarche.
Download or read book Raising the Roof written by Ronald Kidd and published by Favorite Recipes Press (FRP). This book was released on 1995 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Until he learns more of what they are doing, a young boy is upset that his special Saturdays with his parents change when they volunteer for Habitat for Humanity.
Book Synopsis The Carpenter's Gift: Read & Listen Edition by : David Rubel
Download or read book The Carpenter's Gift: Read & Listen Edition written by David Rubel and published by Random House Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 2011-09-27 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Family, friendship, and the spirit of giving are at the heart of this inspiring picture book—now available with Read & Listen audio narration. Opening in Depression-era New York, The Carpenter's Gift tells the story of eight-year-old Henry and his out-of-work father selling Christmas trees in Manhattan. They give one of their leftover trees to construction workers building Rockefeller Center. That tree becomes the first Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, the finest Henry has seen when adorned with homemade decorations. Henry wishes on the tree for a nice, warm house to replace his family's drafty, one-room shack. Through the kindness of new friends and old neighbors, Henry's wish is granted, and he plants a pinecone to commemorate the event. As an old man, Henry repays the gift by donating to Rockefeller Center the enormous tree that has grown from that pinecone. After bringing joy to thousands as a beautiful Christmas tree, its wood will be used to build a home for a family in need. This ebook includes Read & Listen audio narration.
Book Synopsis Creating a Habitat for Humanity by : Jonathan T. M. Reckford
Download or read book Creating a Habitat for Humanity written by Jonathan T. M. Reckford and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: * The remarkable story of Habitat for Humanity as told by its new leader
Book Synopsis More Than Houses by : Millard Fuller
Download or read book More Than Houses written by Millard Fuller and published by W Publishing Group. This book was released on 2000 with total page 303 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In these pages you will find inspiring, true stories of people who didn't have hopeuntil they had a home. Stories of children who gained identity and confidence for their future. Of families made stronger and healthier and prison inmates who are now giving back to their communities. Of entire communities bonding together around an ethic of hard work and mutual respect. Of denominational, political, and racial barriers falling with every swing of the hammer. Of a growing host of young people engaged in the quest to end poverty housing. And even some wonderful love stories. The end result is nothing less than the transformation of lives, communities, and familiesone person, one home at a time. Which, of course, has always been the dreamto build more than houses. "Habitat for Humanity is building much more than houses. By building hope it is building relationships, strengthening communities, and nurturing families." Actor Paul Newman, Habitat supporter "Rosalynn and I believe in Habitat's integrity, effectiveness, and tremendous vision. With Habitat, we build more than houses. We build families, communities, and hope." Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter "I could have gone through my whole life bouncing back and forth on welfare. Habitat makes a difference, and allows people to be what God intended them to be instead of what their circumstances dictate." Missouri homeowner Terrie Robinson
Book Synopsis More Than Houses by : Millard Fuller
Download or read book More Than Houses written by Millard Fuller and published by Thomas Nelson. This book was released on 1999-10-05 with total page 331 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In these pages you will find inspiring, true stories of people who didn't have hope?until they had a home. Stories of children who gained identity and confidence for their future. Of families made stronger and healthier and prison inmates who are now giving back to their communities. Of entire communities bonding together around an ethic of hard work and mutual respect. Of denominational, political, and racial barriers falling with every swing of the hammer. Of a growing host of young people engaged in the quest to end poverty housing. And even some wonderful love stories. The end result is nothing less than the transformation of lives, communities, and families?one person, one home at a time. Which, of course, has always been the dream?to build more than houses. "Habitat for Humanity is building much more than houses. By building hope it is building relationships, strengthening communities, and nurturing families." ?Actor Paul Newman, Habitat supporter "Rosalynn and I believe in Habitat's integrity, effectiveness, and tremendous vision. With Habitat, we build more than houses. We build families, communities, and hope." ?Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter "I could have gone through my whole life bouncing back and forth on welfare. Habitat makes a difference, and allows people to be what God intended them to be instead of what their circumstances dictate." ?Missouri homeowner Terrie Robinson
Download or read book No More Shacks! written by Millard Fuller and published by W Publishing Group. This book was released on 1986 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis The Theology of the Hammer by : Millard Fuller
Download or read book The Theology of the Hammer written by Millard Fuller and published by Smyth & Helwys Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 1994 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Millard Fuller had come face-to-face with the reality of the American dream: a millionaire workaholic with a marriage on the skids. The cure -- the Fullers sold their business, donated all the money to charity, and went in search of a new dream. Today Fuller and his wife are sharing that dream: Habitat for Humanity.
Book Synopsis A Simple, Decent Place to Live by : Millard Fuller
Download or read book A Simple, Decent Place to Live written by Millard Fuller and published by Thomas Nelson. This book was released on 1995-11-06 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Readers will be moved by this exciting story of real-life good Samaritans in this uplifting story of Habitat for Humanity. Fuller tells how he came to be touched with the needs of others for affordable housing. He incorporates testimonies from celebrities--Jimmy Carter, Tom Brokaw, Paul Newman and others--who tell what Habitat for Humanity means to them.
Book Synopsis Habitat for Humanity by : Jerome P. Baggett
Download or read book Habitat for Humanity written by Jerome P. Baggett and published by Temple University Press. This book was released on 2000 with total page 318 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Habitat for humanity is an American house-building ministry founded by evangelical Christians, it has constructed 85,000 homes using volunteers. Baggett tells the story of its development and argues that it is a particular social form of religion, a paradenominational organization.
Download or read book If I Had a Hammer written by David Rubel and published by Candlewick Press. This book was released on 2009 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents stories of homes that Habitat for Humanity has built with and for the people who need them.
Book Synopsis Designed for Habitat by : David Hinson
Download or read book Designed for Habitat written by David Hinson and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-05-07 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you're looking for ways to give back to your community, then this book, the first to profile thirteen projects designed and built by architects and Habitat for Humanity, will help. Detailed plans, sections, and photographs show you how these projects came about, the strategies used by each team to approach the design and construction process, and the obstacles they overcame to realize a successful outcome. The lessons and insights, presented here will aid you, whether you're an architect, architecture student, Habitat affiliate leader, or an affordable housing advocate. Located all across the United States, these projects represent the full spectrum of Habitat for Humanity affiliates, from large urban affiliates to small rural programs. These cases illustrate a broad range of innovative approaches to energy performance, alternative construction strategies, and responses to site context. And each house demonstrates that design quality need not fall victim to the rigorous imperatives of cost, delivery, and financing.
Book Synopsis Music of a Thousand Hammers by : Paul Leonard
Download or read book Music of a Thousand Hammers written by Paul Leonard and published by T&T Clark. This book was released on 2006 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examines Habitat for Humanity International, discussing its history, goals, successes, and problems, and providing the author's memories of being CEO of the organization.
Book Synopsis United Nations Protection of Humanity and Its Habitat by : Bertrand G. Ramcharan
Download or read book United Nations Protection of Humanity and Its Habitat written by Bertrand G. Ramcharan and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2016-08-01 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a study of the future of international law as well as the future of the United Nations. It is the first study ever bringing together the laws, policies and practices of the UN for the protection of the earth, the oceans, outer space, human rights, victims of armed conflicts and of humanitarian emergencies, the poor, the vulnerable and the disadvantaged world-wide. It reviews unprecedented dangers and challenges facing humanity such as climate change and weapons of mass destruction, and argues that the international law of the future must become an international law of security and of protection. It submits that the concept of international security in the UN Charter can no longer be restricted to situations of armed conflict but must be given its natural meaning: whatever threatens the security of humanity. It calls for the Security Council to perform its role as the guardian of the security of humankind and sees a leadership role for the UN Secretary-General in analysing and presenting challenges of international security and protection to the Security Council for its attention. Written by a seasoned scholar / practitioner of international law and the United Nations, who has served in key policy, peacemaking, peacekeeping and human rights positions in the United Nations, this book offers indispensable new vistas of international law and policy, and the future role of the United Nations.
