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Japan will not join in any military action against the terrorist group Islamic State of Iraq and Greater Syria, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said on Tuesday. Any support will be limited to humanitarian assistance.
"This decision will remain unchanged for the foreseeable future," Abe said according to Japan's Mainichi newspaper.
Japan was embroiled in the fight against the terrorist group early last year when ISIS militants murdered two Japanese hostages. At the time, Tokyo was strictly pacifist and could not send a rescue mission or troops, but Abe promised to hold the hostage takers "responsible for their deplorable acts."
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In this episode of Data Unknown, I explore the question with industry pundit Marc Farley; "Can we live without data?"
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The international Chair of the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) Clare Short arrived Nigeria on a working visit with effect from 13th to 15th October, 2013. She was accompanied on the visit by a senior team from the EITI international Secretariat based in Oslo, Norway.
During the visit, the EITI Chair who was at various times a member of the British Parliament, Secretary of State for International Development for the British government held consultations with President Goodluck Jonathan on the implementation of EITI in Nigeria and the wider implications on oil, gas and mining sector reforms. The EITI international Chair also held talks with high-ranking government officials, development partners, the media and civil society as well as key players in Nigeria's oil, gas and mining sectors.
The EITI Chair also addressed a Meeting of the Board and Management of Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) and observed a scheduled Meeting of FGN Inter – Ministerial Task Team on implementation of the findings and recommendations of the NEITI audit reports.
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Rep. Zeldin Statement on White House Announcement to Further Delay Move of U.S. Embassy to Jerusalem
Washington, DC - Congressman Lee Zeldin (R, NY-1), member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee and Co-Chairman of the House Republican Israel Caucus, released the following statement on the White House's announcement to delay the move of the U.S. Embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem:
Congressman Zeldin said, "Jerusalem is absolutely where our embassy belongs. Jerusalem is the unquestionable capital of Israel and should be fully recognized as such. In addition to all of the most sacred religious sites, Jerusalem is also the location of the Israeli Knesset and offices and residences of the Israeli Prime Minister and President. I strongly urge the President to reconsider this most recent announcement. It was a credit to the President's campaign last year that he knew and was outspoken for moving the U.S. embassy as the correct path forward."


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Having grown up in the foster system, Private Pike Morgan's rough exterior and problem with authority earn him few friends among his fellow Marines. When he's not on missions for the Marine Reserve, Pike's rebellious attitude and eagerness for vigilante justice have the local police regularly at his doorstep. Struggling to set down roots, and nervous of his desire to, Pike's eager to answer the military's call for another deployment.
On a peacekeeping mission to Afghanistan, Pike and his squad soon find themselves entrenched in a heated war zone. After an American journalist is kidnapped by known terrorist Zalmai Yaqub, the whereabouts of this al Qaeda leader become a top priority for the American military. But when Yaqub flees to Pakistan, will anyone aid Pike in his hunt, or will this strong Marine find himself without an ally?
Publisher Tyndale House Publishers (June 21, 2013)
Language English
Product Dimensions 5.5 x 8.3 inches
Shipping Weight 12 ounces
Mel Odom is a full-time writer with many published works to his credit. Mel has been inducted into the Oklahoma Professional Writers Hall of Fame and received the Alex Award for his fantasy novel The Rover. Mel has published the Apocalypse series and the NCIS series with Tyndale House. Mel resides in Oklahoma with his wife and five children.
Renegade by mel Odom is book two in the series Called to Serve. I didn't get to read book one and would have liked to. It really would have made the reading experience richer.
I enjoyed Renegade and how it showed that war is not a game or something that is just part of life. War is really about death and evil, but sometimes you have to fight to rid the world of evil.
If you don't like war stories or hear about a lot of death then you shouldn't read this book. I myself usually don't read about wars, but this one was unique. It shows how some people are driven by their past and how life isn't always neat and orderly.
Renegade is a modern day war story that is really accurate.
I recommend this book for all that love to read about war and things that happen. It is quite an interesting book.
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A comfortable "cut" on a guitar is no longer just about fret access. Cort proudly introduces the Bevel Cut Collection, a new series of acoustic guitars designed with an ergonomic beveled cutaway. This subtle, player-friendly feature provides a comfortable armrest for a more relaxed and rewarding playing experience that doesn't interfere with the rich, sonic character of the guitar. Offering high-end features and unique tonal woods, each acoustic guitar in the Bevel Cut Collection has its own nuances for an unmatched blend of sound and feel.
The four models in the Bevel Cut Collection share important design similarities, including a 25.3 inch scale and 1 11/16-inch (43 mm) nut width. The 20-fret mahogany neck, with dovetail neck joint, has an ovangkol fretboard. D'Addario EXP16 strings are fed through the ovangkol bridge. All four guitars have the popular solid Sitka spruce top, which offers an excellent balance between strength and flexibility and a sonic character that's ideal for a variety of musical genres and playing styles. From these core similarities, Cort's luthiers designed each model with unique sonic character and flair.
The series offers two Grand Regal Bevel models, both with grand auditorium bodies but with different tonal woods. The GA-MY Bevel is built with myrtlewood arched back and sides. Myrtlewood's sonic character is a marriage of rosewood, mahogany and maple that's balanced and alive with bass, mid and treble and easy to bend. The Oregon Myrtle used on this model ranges in color from blonde-yellow to taupe and because no two sets look alike, each GA-MY Bevel is one-of-a-kind. On the similarly constructed GA-PF Bevel, players will find an arched back and sides made of pau ferro, a tonal wood that exhibits characteristics of rosewood, ebony and maple, with powerful fundamental sound and subdued overtones.
The arched back on both Grand Regal Bevel models is much more responsive and offers greater resonance and sustain. The sonically enhanced UV finish is strong and resistant to scratches, and its light weight improves the natural acoustic resonance of the body for a full and rich tone. The L.R. Baggs Preamp, a system that's elegantly simple with only volume and tone controls, picks up the acoustic resonance and conveys it with full transparency to an amplifier or PA system. Esthetic similarities between the two Grand Regal Bevel models include diecast gold tuners with black knobs, ebony bridge pins, and an abalone rosette that corresponds to the top-rim binding.
For players looking for a simpler design with similar ergonomic benefits, the dreadnought Earth Bevel and orchestra model Luce Bevel are solid choices. Both guitars are built with mahogany back and sides that are bright yet natural with a strong and warm midrange. Mahogany also enhances the body resonance and, in the absence of an onboard preamp, helps produce a greater volume. Esthetically, both the Earth Bevel and Luce Bevel offer diecast machine heads and a herringbone rosette for a natural, rustic appeal. The open pore finish not only enhances the resonance of the woods, but also reduces the weight of the guitar for improved playability. Combined with the bevel cutaway, both of these models offer a completely natural playing experience.
As with other acoustics in Cort's portfolio, the Bevel Cut Collection remains a "cut" above the competition in high-end features relative to price. MSRP is 899.99USD for the Grand Regal models and $399.99USD for the Earth Bevel and Luce Bevel. Learn more and get a closer look at www.cortguitars.com.
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Cort designs, manufactures and delivers some of the finest guitars and basses to musicians and music enthusiasts all around the world. Over the past 50 years, the company has worked with some of the largest and most well-recognized guitar companies in the industry, as well as artists of international recognition. Cort remains focused on providing instruments that will last generations with the best workmanship possible, the best materials and components, and the best service long after the instruments have been purchased. For more information, visit www.cortguitars.com.


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Transgender of Remembrance
Some UM students are trying to increase support and alliance for the transgender community. They came together on Transgender Day of Remembrance for a candlelight vigil.
In the last year about 30 transgender people were murdered in the United States. Most of those were transgender women of color.
UM student Raleigh Nordhagen that the support from those outside the LGBTQ community is important.
For more information on local LGBTQ events and resources you can visit The Western Montana Community Center online.
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TIMELINE: Philippines-China relations under Dutertedesktop
The Duterte administration lauds improving relations with China. Critics regret the government's inordinately forgiving foreign policy.
MANILA, Philippines – President Rodrigo Duterte's warm sentiments toward China are no secret. Most recently, he hailed the benefits of the Philippines' progressing relationship with the Asian neighbor during his 3rd State of the Nation Address (SONA).
"Re-energized" ties with the Asian giant, he said, has led to an "unprecedented level of cooperation" in the fight against drugs.
The recent developments are in contrast to the situation during the administration of Benigno Aquino III when the government pursued legal action over its maritime dispute with China. (TIMELINE: The Philippines-China maritime dispute)
Below is a timeline of events chronicling the "improving" relationships between the two countries.
June 30
Duterte is sworn into office. Prior to his induction, Chinese Ambassador Zhao Jianhua has visited Duterte twice – once in May, and again less than a month after. Zhao sees Duterte for the 3rd time 5 days before the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) releases the ruling on the PH-China maritime dispute.
July 12
The Philippines wins its landmark victory against China 3 years after former president Benigno Aquino III filed the arbitration case with The Hague in 2013.
October 18-21
Duterte goes to China for a 4-day state visit, making headlines after Duterte announces on October 20 a "military and economic split" from the United States. The government secures billions worth of deals with China, including business-to-business contracts, public financing agreements, and soft loans for development projects.
Duterte and Chinese President Xi Jinping also agree to pursue bilateral talks on the issue of the West Philippine Sea (South China Sea). In addition, the two leaders sign off on 13 bilateral cooperation agreements. (READ: What Duterte accomplished in China)
November 2
Asia Maritime Transparency Initiative releases images taken at Scarborough Shoal that contradict then presidential spokesperson Ernesto Abella's statement that Filipino fishing boats are "no longer being intercepted." The photos suggest Chinese blockades continue to restrict access to the shoal, with a China Coast Guard (CCG) craft "anchored just inside the mouth of the lagoon."
The center also receives information from the Philippine Navy that 3 other CCG vessels patrol around Scarborough. This comes after the CCG allegedly harassed Filipino fishermen in Scarborough Shoal two months prior.
May 14-15
Duterte joins 27 other government leaders in Beijing for a forum on China's Belt and Road Initiative, a proposed trade and infrastructure network connecting Asia, Africa, and Europe. (FAST FACTS: China's Belt and Road Initiative)
Duterte also meets with Xi. Apart from signing 3 non-binding memoranda of understanding (MOUs), they finalize an agreement granting the Philippines P3.6 billion and P360 million for the construction of two bridges over Pasig River and drug rehabilitation centers in Mindanao, respectively.
March 24
Reuters publishes a report citing data showing China's construction on disputed waters. Later on, Duterte says he is helpless to stop China from building on Scarborough lest he sparks a "losing war" against them. (READ: 5 ways Duterte can defend Scarborough without going to war)
November 12-16
China Premier Li Keqiang visits the Philippines, becoming the first Chinese premier to do so in 10 years. During his trip, Li signs 14 deals with Duterte, including the 2017 Renminbi Bond Issuance Underwriting Agreement and an additional P1.1 billion donation for the rehabilitation of Marawi.
January 24
The permit granted by Malacañang to China to conduct research in the eastern seaboard of the Philippines (which includes the Benham Rise) begins. Filipinos, Presidential Spokesman Harry Roque says, can't study the region without China's help. (READ: PH researchers explore Benham Rise)
On why China has been allowed to scope out the area, and not other countries also capable of funding research, Roque says only China qualified for authorization, whose terms and conditions have been violated.
February 5
The Philippine Daily Inquirer publishes exclusive photos revealing China has continued reclamation activities in the West Philippine Sea. Islands artificially constructed over 7 reefs in the Spratlys archipelago now host Chinese air bases, naval facilities, and radar and communications systems.
Roque has admitted knowledge of these activities, but is untroubled by them. He cites a promise made by Beijing that it will not conduct reclamation of any other feature in the West Philippine Sea. (READ: Malacañang on China buildup on PH reef: What do you want us to do?)
February 15
Roque says the administration attributes "no bad faith" to China for naming features in the Benham Rise, but hopes they will "understand" that the Philippines does not recognize the Chinese titles and will ascribe Philippine names.
In stark contrast to his stance on other maritime issues, Duterte says he would "go to war" to defend the Philippine Rise. Before this, the President had said he was wary of pressing the topic of the West Philippine Sea, insisting that he had no other choice but to stay on China's good side and avoid conflict.
April 9-10
Duterte flies to China for the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) and witnesses the signing of documents. Before his departure, Duterte expresses the need for China's assistance in key infrastructure program "Build, Build, Build" and in the Marawi rehabilitation.
"I need China. I will not say something which is not good," he says.
Asked about reclamation activities reported back in February, Duterte says he will continue to rely on China's "word of honor" and is confident that they will not default on it.
April 26
Duterte proposes a "60-40" proceeds distribution with China on joint exploration of the West Philippine Sea, amid fervent criticism that sharing the region would effectively negate the Philippines' milestone win in the Hague and violate the Philippine Constitution. (READ: Joint development in EEZ 'prohibited' – Carpio)
His administration previously expressed its desire to pursue joint gas and oil exploration, citing the 2005 Joint Seismic Marine Undertaking between the Philippines, China, and Vietnam as "precedent." The JMSU, however, was challenged in 2008 and remains an open case in the Supreme Court.
May 11
A Chinese navy chopper harrasses a Philippine Navy rubber boat conducting resupplying efforts at Ayungin Shoal. According to Magdalo Representative Gary Alejano, a chopper of the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) encroached upon the rubber boat and was "so close that seawater splash entered" the vessel.
Asked about the issue, Cayetano believes it is not a form of "harassment," but rather an "incident." Nevertheless, he says a diplomatic protest has been filed.
May 19
People's Daily, a state-run newspaper in China, uploads a video to Twitter, showing several Chinese bombers landing and taking off from Woody Island. The island reef is part of the Paracel Islands and is known to be China's largest base in the South China Sea.
The Asia Maritime Transparency Initiative (AMTI) reports that "nearly all of the Philippines falls within the radius of the bombers, including Manila and all 5 Philippine military bases earmarked for development under the US-Philippines Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement."
May 21
The Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) breaks its two-day silence on the issue, saying that while it is "taking the appropriate diplomatic action necessary" and will bring up the subject in next talks, it is not its policy to "publicize every action" it takes.
The administration maintained a similar position when US network CNBC reported earlier in May that Beijing had installed missiles in Spratlys. Malacañang, while concerned about the matter, was "confident" that the missiles were not directed at the Philippines.
May 26
After a whirlwind month of incidents in the West Philippine Sea – and amid criticism of a weak and compliant stance toward China – the Philippines silently files a note verbale.
June 8
GMA News obtains footage of the China Coast Guard (CCG) taking the catch of Filipino fishermen.
Fisherman Roseller Latagen says that the CCG would take as much as P3,000 worth of their catch, only occasionally giving something in return. When they do, the CCG typically compensate with two small bottles of mineral water, some cigarettes, or packs of noodles.
Otherwise, they take "whatever they want," often nabbing the best ones, the fisherman says.
In the face of fierce condemnation of the incident, Duterte describes what happened as unbalanced "barter" trade.
July 12
On the second anniversary of the Hague ruling, photos of tarpaulins that read, "Welcome to the Philippines, Province of China," go viral in social media. Strung across several footbridges around Metro Manila, the banners have been labeled by officials to be "the work of government enemies."
The posters are said to parody a suggestion jokingly made Duterte in February for China to make the Philippines its province. Chinese Ambassador Zhao Jinhua has slammed the tarpaulins, saying the Philippines has never been part of China.
July 14
A Social Weather Stations survey finds that 4 out of 5 Filipinos say it is wrong for the Duterte administration to do nothing about China's militarization of the West Philippine Sea.
July 16
Chinese research vessel Yuan Wang 3 docks in Davao City – Duterte's hometown – from the port of Jiangyin. The vessel is used for tracking and support of satellite and intercontinental ballistic missiles, but it is not clear if the vessel is attached to a civilian agency or to the military.
The Philippine Navy says the visit is "routine" and "nothing unusual."
July 17
Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines Zhao Jianhua denies that China is putting the Philippines into a "debt trap" by giving it grants and loans, adding that Duterte's economic team "is smart enough."
Duterte, meanwhile, says China has never asked for any piece of real estate in the Philippines in exchange for financial assistance.
July 23
During his 3rd State of the Nation Address, Duterte vows to defend the West Philippine Sea amid "reenergized relations with China."
"Our improved relationship with China, however, does not mean that we will waver in our commitment to defend our interests in the West Philippine Sea," the President says.
August 3
President Rodrigo Duterte attends the inauguration of a P500-million drug rehabilitation center in Malaybalay, Bukidnon, a donation from a group of Chinese businessmen.
– with reports from Jodesz Gavilan/Rappler.com
Frances Roberto is an incoming freshman at the Ateneo de Manila University. She is a Rappler intern.
Featured photo: President Rodrigo Duterte shakes the hand of Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation in China in May 2017. Malacañang photo


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No other body system is more easily exposed to infections, disease, pollution or injury than the skin, yet no other body system is as strong and resilient. The nail is an appendage of the skin and is a modification of the stratum corneum (horny) and stratum lucidum (clear) layers of the epidermis. Nails are non-living tissue. Their two main functions are protection for the fingers and toes and as tools for the manipulation of objects. The hair is also an appendage of the skin and grows from a sac-like depression in the epidermis called a hair follicle.
Another function is preventing friction. Underarm and pubic hait protects the skin and cushions against friction caused by movement. The structure of a hair The hait is composed mainly of the protein keratin and therefore is a dead structure. Longitudinally, the hait is divided into three parts: • hair shaft - the part of the hair lying above the surface of the skin • hair root - the part found below the surface of the skin • hair bulb -the enlarged part at the base of the hair root. 3 Structure of the hair Internally, the hait has three layers which all develop from the matrix (the active, growing part of the hait).
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Phyllis Diller and Groucho Marx
A couple of weeks ago I received an invitation to speak at today's television class at UNLV. Since Phyllis Diller didn't do a lot of television I wasn't sure how well this would go, and racked my brain for her television-related appearances. Turned out I needn't have worried. The instructor, Kevin, started the class by showing the clip of Phyllis's appearance on "You Bet Your Life," which was hosted by Groucho Marx. I remembered Phyllis saying she had not been happy with that show; it was only a couple of years after her debut at the Purple Onion in San Francisco and she was still very much a house-wife, still struggling to make it in show business. www.youtube.com/watch?v=YnzT46uTQ0s As I watched it this afternoon, it was clear that Phyllis was very nervous. In a PBS interview many years later said she hadn't been nervous — she had been petrified! But still, there was something sweet… Read More »


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Blood destruction angers Radcliffe
British distance runner Paula Radcliffe has criticised a Spanish court's decision to destroy evidence seized in police raids on Eufemiano Fuentes.
received a suspended one-year jail sentence for his role in the blood doping scandal.
Radcliffe said it was "vital" the bags of blood were preserved, adding that Spain had been given a chance to show it backed the fight against drugs.
"In fact they have basically gone in the opposite direction," she said.
Fuentes was convicted over his role in
supplying blood transfusions to professional cyclists
but was charged under public health laws because doping was not illegal in Spain at the time.
During the trial, Fuentes said that in addition to cyclists he had also worked with athletes, footballers and boxers, although he did not say whether he had helped them dope.
The court's decision to destroy the blood bags and other evidence rather than retain them for analysis, has been widely condemned, with
British tennis number one Andy Murray questioning whether it was part of a "cover-up"
and both the Spanish anti-doping agency and the World Anti-Doping Agency (Wada)
considering appeals over the matter.
Marathon world record holder Radcliffe, 39, is
a long-standing opponent of doping, having staged a placard protest against "EPO cheats" at the World Athletics Championship in 2001.
She pointed out that the court's decision comes at a time when progress is being made in the fight against the use of drugs in sport.
"It is very frustrating when globally the momentum is moving towards supporting anti-doping in a very positive direction
[United States Anti-Doping Agency] and the recent clean-up in cycling," she told BBC Sport.
"The Spanish haven't used the opportunity they had to make sport a lot cleaner and to improve their reputation in the field of anti-doping.
Did Fuentes dope hundreds?
"An hour late, not very conclusive and some say deeply disappointing. Everything about the publication of the verdicts in the Operation Puerto case was in keeping with its seven-year history."
"There are 211 blood bags in question, probably relating to about 35 different people.
"It could be massive if we could have that information and it exposed those cheats, but also used the fact that we would be opening this up and exposing them as a huge deterrent."
Radcliffe suggested the decision could damage Spanish capital Madrid's bid for the 2020 Olympics.
The head of the International Olympic Committee's medical commission, Arne Ljungqvist, has spoken out against the court's order.
Other IOC members have stated privately they believe it will count against Madrid's 2020 bid and Radcliffe said it was "fair" to suggest that would be the case.
"The Spanish anti-doping agency is only just bringing into line its national legislation with the rest of the world to make it a criminal offence to take part in doping and to supply doping, and that was probably done to support the bid to host the Olympics in 2020," she said.
"This certainly could have supported that a whole lot more and made it look as though Spain was being tough and coming with the rest of the world on anti-doping.
"Instead, it looks like they've gone against it."
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According to a panel of experts reporting to the UN Security Council, North Korea has used cyberattacks and blockchain technology to amass a fortune in both cryptocurrencies and fiat. The secretive state is attempting to bypass economic sanctions put in place as a result of its nuclear and missile programs, according to news outlet, Nikkei Asian Review.
This is the first time the panel has given any details on how North Korea obtained the $670 million in foreign currency and digital currency. It's thought that Pyongyang masterminded attacks on foreign financial institutions between 2015 and 2018. These attacks were carried out by specialized corps within the country's military.
The panel have recommended that UN member states "enhance their ability to facilitate robust information exchange on the cyber attacks by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea with other governments and with their own financial institutions".
The panel said that cryptocurrencies "provide the Democratic People's Republic of Korea with more ways to evade sanctions, given that they are harder to trace, can be laundered many times and are independent from government regulation".
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South Korea have been stepping up their efforts for some time in order to counter the North's hacking attempts. Officials in Seoul say they are keeping tabs on North Korea's bitcoin-related activities, which analysts warn are being used to subvert international sanctions.
According to Hard Fork, North Korea is thought to have successfully targeted Asian cryptocurrency exchanges at least five times from January 2017 to September 2018 and losses were estimated at $571 million.
In 2017, almost $7 million was stolen from Bithumb, South Korea's largest crypto exchange. Intelligence agencies revealed that North Korea was behind the theft. Hackers also stole the personal information of 30,000 people and demanded a further $5.5million in exchange for deleting some of the information they had stolen.
In 2016 the global cybersecurity company, Kaspersky Labs, identified a North Korean group known as "Lazarus" who were behind many hacking attempts across the world. The Lazarus Group is the most profitable cryptocurrency-hacker syndicate in the world.


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As we barrel through an MCU loaded with Groots, Infinity Wars and more alien races than a Star Trek Tinder app, it's easy to forget how tough a job Thor had of establishing itself. After all, only three films in and we'd barely scratched the surface, with only a rich dude in a metal suit and a scientist with emerald-hued anger issues making their cinematic bow.
No, Marvel's opening gambit for a cosmic scale had to match with what had been established before, so where do magic hammers and frost giants fit in a world of super science and 'roid raging monsters?
Enter Kenneth Branagh, yes THAT Kenneth Branagh, greatest living Shakespearian helmer and surely Marvel's greatest directorial risk at that time (until someone decided to get Taika Watiti on the phone) who wisely puts all his experience with the bard to good use and utilizes it to add weight to the issues that plague the Sons Of Odin.
Thor, a member of the Asgardian race that has been worshiped as Gods on Earth, is disgraced and stripped of his powers after reigniting an ancient war with his egotistical bluster. After being banished to New Mexico by his father, Odin; Thor meets up with a group of physicists looking for proof of worm holes to other worlds (lucky that). As Thor strives to reclaim Mjolnir, his all powerful hammer, his mischievous brother Loki is pulling strings behind the scenes to make a bid for the throne.
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The casting of newbies too is crackingly good, while the biggest star here is Natalie Portman who is only really required here to be "nice", it's the discoveries that make the most impression. Chris Hemsworth, last seen impressing as Kirk's dad in J.J. Abrams Star Trek reboot (and Home & Away before that) brings a frat boy charm which is imperative in keeping Thor likeable but it's Tom Hiddlston as Loki who scores MVP with an intricately layered performance and Marvel's best villain by far until a certain purple faced titan chose to upgrade the bling on his space glove.
And yet the first Thor seems destined to not really get the adulation it deserves, being passed over for more newer fare it marks the MCU's first tentative steps into a (literally) bigger universe.
Sure it's a little overly convenient here and there (Thor turns around his whole life view in under a week and climax struggles to get the main players to where they need to be) and the earth stuff isn't anywhere as exciting as the Asgard stuff but if this film was any warmer you could use it to reheat a pizza.
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This course was originally part of the training manual, "Active Christian Training", that I wrote in 1992 (prior to the publication of the subsequent manual, "Active Christian Service", in 1993). It was published by Churches Of Christ, NSW, Department Of Church Development and Education, and has been used by many churches around Australia. Several elements of this course are derived from material produced by Terry Grant, my dear friend and ministry colleague at Engadine Church of Christ, in the late 1980s.
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A single page of paper with typed lyrics to the song "Carnival (Of Celebration)". On the reverse blank side of the page Michael wrote in green ink: "By the talent given me by God Traning (crossed out) Training cultivating it. Studying the greats in my field and becoming greater. like a scientist searching persistent confident to be the Best. Study the greats and become greater. Reach the Zenith of my ability as an actor singer dancer. M.J."
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If you are considering installing a photovoltaic system on your home or roof, here are some things to consider before you take the decision. Do you need the solar power system? This is always the question that arises when one thinks of photovoltaic. Installing photovoltaic panels on the roof of the house is an expense that is amortized within a few years because at an initial cost you reduce your bills for the rest of your life or almost. Most of the cost is due to the purchase of materials of which the collectors represent the highest percentage. The costs then vary according to the surface used for the installation of the panels. The more space is available then the lower will be the price.
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2018 ended the regime of most CEO's as their companies/firms got sold out to other bigger organizations or companies. However, it has turned out to be a normal thing we see every year. When Facebook took over WhatsApp in 2014, it was because WhatsApp was becoming very popular and the most-used Instant Messenger than FB Messenger.
Sometimes, when a top company gets sold to another bigger one, some workers of the old company may be retained by the new company. Nevertheless, in some cases too, all the workers of the old firm are replaced with new ones.
Many top firms do not like it when another firm/company starts pulling a lot of weight and seems to overtake them in the market, so, they move on to acquire such companies. Well, our main consideration is about the top firms/companies that were sold in 2018.
Always note that some companies merged with other ones so as not to fall or go bankrupt. A lot of company acquisitions were validated in 2018. However, only those involving top firms, companies, or organizations will be on this list.
These acquisitions are mostly in billion dollars. In a quick flash, you may like to hear that Tribune Media didn't get acquired by the Sinclair Broadcast Group. Even so, as it stands, Tribune Media CO. threatens to sue deal Sinclair Broadcast Group for breach of contract. This deal was supposed to cost Sinclair Broadcast Group $3.9 billion but now it's getting sued for $1B.
Companies that got sold this year (2018) include gaming companies, tech companies, media companies, and many others too. In 2017 a lot of biddings and proposals were made by many higher companies to acquire smaller ones, but along the line, many of them never went through.
Without saying much again, here are the top firms and companies sold in 2018. But what is Broadcom acquired Qualcomm? That would be the biggest acquisition in 2018.
Top company/brand acquisitions 2018
CCP Games is Iceland's leading gaming company popularly known for developing EVE Online, an online multiplayer game.
Pearl Abyss acquired CCP games at a price less the company's projected value in 2016. A lot of things have happened in CCP games prior before this deal including a plan to restructure the company. This restricting plan affected 100+ of CCP games employees globally. CCP roughly has about 370 employees across the countries of the world.
Here is a quote from the press release on CCP's official website after the acquisition from Pearl Abyss. "CCP Games will continue to operate independently as a developer with studios in Reykjavík, London, and Shanghai while integrating the company's extensive development and publishing expertise into Pearl Abyss' operations for all current and future projects".
Current company information of CCP Games
2. Qualtrics
Qualtrics is a professional experience management company that simplifies researches for its users. Research results from Qualtrics help its users to capture more customers or gain insights in one place.
The deal to acquire Qualtrics by SAP just went through recently (on November 12, 2018). SAP acquired Qualtrics at a whopping price of $8B which was paid in cash. The fore-front German software developer, SAP, agreed to acquire unicorn Qualtrics for $8 billion.
Also, recently Qualtrics set its IPO price range at $18 – 21. The percentage of Qualtrics IPO filling skyrocketed 42 times higher to $184M. SurveyMonkey, Qualtrics rival was no way near to this. On the other hand, SaaS platform was preparing for an IPO.
Current company information of Qualtrics
3. Red Hat
The IT backbone IBM took over Red Hat this year (2018) on a deal worth $34 billion; this is of recent the biggest business deal which involves an open-source corporation. RED HAT is popular for developing open-source business softwares to aid companies to perform trade and business.
So far, the biggest hit of Red Hat is the Red Hat Enterprise Linux, an enterprise operating system for companies, brands, firms, etc. This corporation has its headquarters in Raleigh, North Carolina. However, it further has other offices in many countries worldwide.
IBM took over on 28th October 2018.
Current company information of Red Hat
4. Marketo
The company Marketo focuses on account-based marketing which includes digital ads, email, web management, mobile, and analytics.
Marketo develops powerful automation softwares for marketing purposes. These automation tools help digitals marketers a lot in engaging customers, clients, and prospects.
This B2B marketing software company was acquired Adobe, a top multimedia software giant. The deal was sealed at $4.75 billion. Since Adobe is working on its imperative cloud solution suite, integrating Marketo to the platform will do a lot of good.
Now, we expect Marketo's lead management & marketing features to be available on the Adobe Experience Cloud. Honestly, this is a beneficial deal on Adobe's side.
Current company information of Marketo
5. Datafox
Here is another top acquisition that happened in 2018. Oracle, a top computer tech corporation has taken over Datafox. This deal was completed in October 2018.
Datafox is a promising startup with a mission to put a stop to snort work for all business professionals and aficionados. It is a company intelligence company that utilizes various AI technologies to provide business owners with real-time insights into their various businesses.
Oracle looks to using DataFox logistics to improve its cloud services. Also, the additional company-level data provided by DataFox will help Oracle customers in making business decisions.
"Oracle's portfolio of cloud applications, including ERP, CX, HCM and SCM, and trusted 3rd party consumer data enable customers to reimagine their business with a complete, secure and connected cloud suite," Steve Miranda, Executive V. President App Dev., Oracle.
Current company information of Datafox
6. AlienVault
AlienVault is becoming a threat to the world of intelligence. AT&T, however, has acquired the cybersecurity company AlienVault to flag-off its individual standalone cybersecurity business unit.
Ever since AlienVault debuted in 2007, it has quite come up with a variety of tools and platforms. AlienVault's leading tools includes a Unified Security Management tool and an Open Threat Exchange used for identifying and attending to security threats.
AlienVault's Open Threat Exchange is the world's largest crowd-sourced computer-security platform. Now, AT&T is to control the activities and affairs of all AlienVault's tools/platforms.
Current company information of Marketo
7. Duo Security
In 2017, Duo Security was rated as the best in identity management systems & authentication services. In 2018 Cisco announced its full acquisition of Duo Security this year (2018). Duo was sold to Cisco at a $2.35B deal (cash payment).
Unified Access, Unified Security is simply the phrase that describes Duo Security. It is available for organizations of all sizes so that they can protect various sensitive data at scale.
This deal will be very much beneficial to Cisco as they'll meddle with Duo's technology to improve their intent-based networking strategy, outspreading it into multi-cloud environments.
Current company information of Duo Security
8. Mendix
Mendix has been surviving on its own since 2005 when it was launched. Now, in 2018, the ownership has changed hands and now it is being operated by a German giant Siemens.
This platform is founded as a low-code software platform which allows for faster developments of apps. Mendix is a fast, easy, and open-source platform for businesses to use and develop mobile or web apps at scale.
Also, it is a "No-code platform". This means everyone can now develop apps even without any knowledge about codes. It provides you with the important tools to build, test, deploy and iterate applications.
On 1st August 2018, the company's CEO made it clear that Mendix is now a property of Siemens. The deal payment $730M was paid fully in cash. This acquisition became official on 1st October 2018.
Current company information of Duo Security
Wrap up:These are the top firms and companies that were sold in 2018. Apparently, lots of other deals/acquisitions went through this year but these are the biggest.
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One of the best ways to determine that a car has reached mainstream acceptance is the arrival of the tuners, and for electric cars that moment may have arrived. German tuner Brabus, known for hot-rod versions of Mercedes and Smart vehicles, has turned its attention to the 2015 Tesla Model S. Brabus revealed its Zero Emissions range of Model S upgrades at Frankfurt. While many electric cars would seem unlikely recipients for tuning upgrades, the Model S has already turned heads thanks to its luxury-class ride and ultra-high-performance "Ludicrous Mode."
Brabus says that more Zero Emissions products are on the way. For now, the company is sticking to cosmetic upgrades – sensible, considering that the Model S can be insanely fast on its own. Exterior and interior upgrades are designed to allow Tesla owners to personalize their cars in proper moneyed sports-sedan style: Brabus wheels, aero components and leather interior upgrades will be offered. Whether Brabus will find a way to make the 772 maximum-horsepower 2015 Tesla Model S P85D even more powerful remains to be seen.
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The Model S already has the poised look and stance of a performance sedan. Brabus upgrades the Model S' lines with carbon-fiber aero components including a front splitter, side air intake extensions and a rear diffuser. The components have been wind-tunnel tested to improve airflow to the radiators and reduce front end lift at speed. The add-ons are available with a matte or gloss coating, and the stylistic upgrade is subtle, but functional. Less subtle are the 21-inch Brabus Monoblock Y wheels that fill the wheel wells. Pirelli, Yokohama or Continental tires with a very subtle upsize at the rear are available.
The car displayed at Frankfurt is a distinctive matte blue, with color-matched interior components, but Brabus is willing to provide a highly customizable color palette.
Inside, Brabus' stylists have gone to work on the Tesla's notably simple interior. The seats have been reskinned with leather and Alcantara, and Brabus has also redesigned the center console to provide additional storage space. The cupholders are heated and cooled, and a wireless phone charger is included. Fancy doorsill scuff plates feature a color-changing Brabus logo, while a choice of wood or carbon-fiber trim is offered. Brabus says the interior can be color-matched to a wide range of exterior hues, so it can be as mild or wild as the buyer's imagination.
The Model S' drivetrain is untouched, though the P85D is already a significant performer in its own right. The standard twin AC induction motor, AWD setup (259 horsepower up front and 503 at the rear) rockets this car from 0-60 in an eyeball-flattening 2.8 seconds in Ludicrous Mode, and the Model S P85D has a top speed of 155 mph. Range is over 250 miles.
The larger wheels specified by the Brabus upgrade may improve grip somewhat, but otherwise the suspension remains stock.
Brabus hasn't announced pricing for its Zero Emissions upgrades for the Tesla Model S. The high-performance Model S P85D lives firmly in luxury performance sedan territory however, with MSRPs starting around $105,000. The final Brabus version will no doubt be priced similarly to a comparable Mercedes or BMW.
For the moment, there aren't really any direct competitors to the Tesla Model S, let alone a tuned version. This car stands as the lone high-performance electric sports sedan, and its shattering acceleration is unmatched by anything less than a supercar, and not many of those.
Brabus' upgrades to the Model S are more subtle and much more appearance-based than the tuner is known for, amounting to little more than a fashion upgrade. However, the company says that this is just the beginning, and more modification parts for Tesla are on the way. Seems like it's only a matter of time before Ludicrous Mode gets even more, um…crap — ran out of adjectives. That's not supposed to happen.
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The Tesla S, which in the top-of-the-range model produces an output of 568 kW / 772 HP (761 bhp) in "Ludicrous Mode," is the textbook example of a state-of-the-art high-performance electric car. BRABUS and its Zero Emission business division have been concentrating on alternative powertrains for about a decade. It is only logical then to invest the BRABUS expertise from more than 35 years in automotive construction and tuning at the highest level in a high-end refinement program for Tesla Model S.
BRABUS (Brabus-Allee, D-46240 Bottrop, phone + 49 / (0) 2041 / 777-0, fax + 49 / (0) 2041 / 777 111, Internet www.brabus.com) celebrates the world premiere of the Tesla S customized by BRABUS ZERO EMISSION at the IAA 2015 in Frankfurt am Main.
In a first step, BRABUS ZERO EMISSION will offer exclusive refinement options for the bodywork and the interior of Model S. The product lineup ranges from sporty aerodynamic-enhancement components made from clear-coated carbon and 21-inch high-tech forged wheels to a BRABUS fine leather interior created from the finest leather and Alcantara.
One of the world-renowned specialties of the BRABUS design team is adding more sporty emphasis to elegant vehicle designs. This formula was also realized successfully in the case of the Tesla Model S. Tailor-made aerodynamic-enhancement components that received their finishing touches in the wind tunnel were developed using state-of-the-art 3D scanning and CAD technology. Just as in motor racing, the material of choice is carbon, permanently sealed with a high-gloss or a matte protective coating.
The BRABUS bodywork components lend the front end of the Tesla Model S a sporty facelift. The carbon attachments for the side air intakes give the car an even more distinctive appearance and optimize the flow of cooling air to the radiators. The BRABUS carbon spoiler lip adds even more dynamics to the front view while also reducing lift on the front axle at high speeds thanks to its sophisticated shape.
The insert in the production rear bumper of the Tesla Model S is replaced with the BRABUS carbon diffuser. This aerodynamic-enhancement component impresses with its optimized air deflection while its visible carbon structure lends the sedan's rear end a touch of racing flair as well.
Of course, the BRABUS Monoblock Y "PLATINUM EDITION" forged wheels tailor-made for the Tesla Model S also play a crucial role in the exclusive BRABUS ZERO EMISSION appearance. The one-piece high-tech wheels with delicate Y-shaped spokes are manufactured using a state-of-the-art production process and offer an outstanding combination of lightweight construction and strength. The rims of size 9Jx21 at all four corners make optimal use of the available space under the wheel arches. Tires of sizes 255/35 R 21 at the front and 265/35 R 21 on the rear axle were selected as the perfect rubber. BRABUS technology partners Continental, Pirelli or YOKOHAMA supply the optimal high-performance tires.
The BRABUS customization program for the Tesla Model S also includes exclusive options for the interior. The product range starts with stainless-steel scuff plates with backlit BRABUS logo that changes color from white to blue. The newly developed BRABUS center console for the transmission tunnel offers welcome storage options for keys and similar items. What is more: The integrated cup holders can be set to cooling or heating. In addition, the center console is equipped with a wireless smartphone charger.
Exclusive interior refinement has been a world-renowned BRABUS domain for decades. In the company upholstery shop, absolute masters of their profession create exclusive interior appointments for the Tesla Model S as well. They use especially soft, breathable and extremely hardwearing leather and Alcantara in any desired color to create BRABUS fine leather interiors in a wide range of designs. BRABUS ZERO EMISSION also offers tailor-made genuine carbon and wood trims sets for the cockpit of the electric luxury sedan. These trim sets also come in an unmatched variety of colors and surface finishes.
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Supervisor Dianne Jacobs Remarks - Alpine Library Groundbreaking
March 6, 2015
Thank you, José, and thank you all for being here.
As many of you know, this day has been a long time coming. This project has been on the community's wish list – and mine -- for years.
What will the new Alpine Library be like? It will be bigger… Four times bigger than the current library. It will be better… With special study areas, computer labs and other features. It will be even more awesome… offering the latest in learning resources and energy technology.
It will be the first "zero net energy" building constructed by the County of San Diego. That means it will be designed to generate as much energy – through rooftop solar panels – as it uses. That's good news for the County's energy bill, and great news for taxpayers.
Since I joined the Board of Supervisors, the County has remodeled eight libraries in East County and built a dozen. This will be number 13.
These libraries are more than just places to learn. They are the heartbeat of the community. Special places to reflect a special region. This library will include art that highlights the spirit and culture of Alpine.
Another reason this project is special: The library will be near the Alpine Veterans Wall of Honor. The wall is a great tribute to those who have served, and shows how proud and patriotic Alpine is. The Alpine Library works hard to support our veterans, and I know the library staff will build on that.
Thank you to José and County staff for all their hard work. Thank you to Christine Connell and others with the Alpine Library Friends Association. Thank you to everyone who helped make this groundbreaking possible.
And congratulations to Alpine. You'll soon have a one-of-a-kind library for a one-of-a-kind community! Thank you.


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Thoughts on My Trip to London
Some of you have asked me about the recent trip to London. Here is a rough snapshot of my response to St. Paul's Theological Centre.
Last week I enjoyed the opportunity to observe an emerging theological training program. Several ministers from the United States visited St Paul's Theological Centre in London, England. Our little group consisted of pastors of large and small churches, counselors, church planters, a Bible college president, a missiologist, and a chaplain.
For five days we observed and participated in the life and culture of Holy Trinity Brompton and their college, St. Paul's Theological Centre (SPTC). Along the way, we ate our share of fish-n-chips, toured a few museums, visited Churchill's war room, talked in pubs and enjoyed several delightful meals.
I was personally enriched by walking the streets of London, conversing with old and new friends, and worshipping at Holy Trinity Brompton. The visit was marked by blue skies and warm, windy days. It was also marked by our desire to watch and learn ways that each of us might personally and collectively work toward renewing theological training here in the United States and in our local communities.
Our main focus was to visit with the staff of SPTC and to observe the sessions. As a quick summary, SPTC is a theological training school integrated within the local church. Students attending SPTC are typically persons training for ministry, church leaders seeking further studies, and professionals seeking to learn more about Christian faith while remaining in their chosen vocations.
Several things make SPTC unique: it's focus on training while serving local ministry; it's connection to the larger church; it's commitment to intellectual and theological rigor; and it's integrated missional model.
I've attempted to summarize what I observed for my own processing as well as the discussions I am continuing to have with other ministers in the region. I realize my own observations are colored by my own values and longings, but I hope this will be helpful as a summary of what stirred within me:
I felt welcomed into this mission-centered community but even more deeply I sensed a "generosity of spirit" that infused every aspect of the faith community.
This same church developed and exports the evangelistic Alpha Course to over 169 nations. The Alpha Course introduces the gospel to those who want to learn more about Christian faith in a friendly, relaxed setting. Hospitality seems to pulse within the Alpha Course and it makes sense that the community reflects embodied service and love through their acts and attitudes of hospitality.
When I was in college and considering a seminary education, my pastor warned me, "Be careful, you may lose your faith while training for ministry." This disintegration between academic pursuit in the university and the devotional life of the church community created deep-rooted conflicts, dis-ease and dis-integration within the community of faith.
SPTC represents a large move throughout the Body of Christ to restore training within the context of the local body. Localized training (in contrast to university or seminary training) doesn't have to compromise intellectual rigor, but rather needs to integrate that rigor within the context of the lived faithfulness of serving within local faith communities. In fact, SPTC represents a way that local faith communities can dialogue with seminaries and university divinity programs.
I appreciate that SPTC has developed it's training within and through the support of church leaders while also drawing upon leading thinkers like Alistair McGrath, David Ford, Jane Williams, Richard Bauckham, and others.
At the same time, SPTC is training students in context. The context of relationships with other students, the context of local church communities and the context of serving in local congregations.
So I see multiple "integrations" at work in SPTC such as local/global, intellectual/devotional, and the possibility for cross-cultural integration as other churches establish training centers and share resources across cultures.
My observation of integration is directly connected to the high value placed on relationship. By relationship I mean person-to-person relationships, church to church relationships, and even church to culture relationships. How do we learn in a way that enfleshes Jesus command to "love one another as I have loved you?"
I observed a model of training that values dialogue. The student training happened within the context of worship and within the context of fellowship, so I saw the dual emphasis on speaking/listening to God and one another.
While I observed a conversation with tradition, I didn't have an opportunity to observe the conversation with living members of the older generation. Eugen Rosenstock-Huessy once observed that history changes when three generations come into agreement. When the baby Jesus was presented in the Temple: three generations joined together. Mary and Joseph as parents offered their son to the aged generation of Simeon and Anna.
I've observed SPTC's commitment to the youth and their commitment to ancient tradition, I hope that there is also a corresponding commitment to connect youth with the wisdom and engagement of living elders (parents/grandparents).
For students seeking ordination, SPTC seeks to place the students in church planting or ministry roles within local faith communities. As I observed the congregation associated with Holy Trinity Brompton, I saw services that offered "high church liturgical worship," charismatic worship, youth worship and more.
The opportunity to learn and then apply that learning within distinctive settings seems to me to be the work of translation. How do we translate Gospel in differing cultures? On one level I think translating Gospel within these varied worshipping communities represents an important aspect of translation, but I also look to the commitment of SPTC to train professionals who come from business, art, healthcare and other fields. The opportunity for translating Gospel in these settings offers a great possibility for the church, and I believe there is potential within SPTC to see this work of translation enfleshed in students learning how to live/speak this proclamation in distinct settings.
This need for translation connects back to the Alpha Course. Our hosts Graham Tomlin and others helped us all to see how the vision of SPTC is directly connected to the vision of the Alpha Course. The church is on mission to proclaim Gospel. The Alpha Course provides a context for proclamation and invitation to new believers. SPTC provides the training for believers who want enter into the mission of church planting, church serving, and Gospel proclaiming throughout culture.
I appreciate the holistic vision that integrates evangelism, church community, and theology into one community.
Even as mission for the kingdom of God drives the heart of SPTC and Holy Trinity Brompton, I sensed an even great submission to the King of the kingdom.
I end with the observation that most inspired me during our stay. At one point, Nickey Gumbel told our group that the goal is not to see how big you can be but how small you can be. A moment later he said that if the ministry dies, it dies.
These two statements captured for me a "spirit of submission" to the true Authority, our Lord and King, Jesus Christ. We follow Christ into mission but there are times of danger when mission can trump personal relationship (to Christ and others). This attitude of submission toward God and one another shined in every team member we met.
This humility touched me profoundly. I have observed and known all to well the power of ambition in ministry. To see a spirit of humility pervade the work of a church that is touching millions of people around the world, stirred and continues to stir me.
As I process my time in England and with the kind people at SPTC, I am struck that what they showed us was not simply a technique or a model but a culture that has been cultivated in time and space. As we seek to learn how their work might fit into our communities, I think we can appreciate this culture of hospitality, mission and humility that seems to permeate much of their work.
It certainly stirs me to seek to learn and emulate. If there had been a model like this when I was in school, I might have stayed in the academic setting. I wanted to teach, but I wanted to teach people in a more holistic, relational setting that reflected the true content of the message.
It makes me think of story from the start of my ministry. In 1988, my new wife and I moved onto a drug and alcohol ranch. My primary function was to lead the men in a daily Bible study. At some point during the year, we began to explore the book of Romans together. I would usually introduce a passage, offers a few reflections and invite conversation. One day, a man who was deeply struggling with cocaine addiction offered a response to Paul's message of grace. He looked up and said, "So Billy Graham needs the grace of God just as deeply as me?"
Through this broken man, I encountered a depth of God's grace that provided redemption for us all: the righteous and the sinner. His comment changed my whole ministry. In him, I learned that ministry was about listening and speaking, about call and response between God and man as well as between man and man.
What I observed at SPTC gives me hope that churches can help people grow in faith, and ministry, becoming people who live in the rhythm of call and response, of listening and speaking.
October 14, 2010 at 9:24 pm
Doug Floyd went to old London town
He had heard that "The Bridge" would fall down
If "doing church" did not change
From "Lecture me this"
Into "Teach the children how to fish"
October 14, 2010 at 10:29 pm
Friend Doug came back from old London Town
Odoriferous of fish and chip
He blogs his chips on the internet ship
Plus gives fishing lessons
Live on Wednesday nights
October 15, 2010 at 3:51 am
Thanks, Doug. Your trip to London has already affected my life in a number of ways.