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Vegetarian — Vitamin B-12 deficient?
Dear Animal Lover,
Vitamin B12 is important in the formation of nerve cells and red blood cells. Natural food sources of the vitamin are found primarily in meat and other animal products, which mean those who stick with a plant-based diet have to find their source elsewhere. Though there are some foods that your friend may want to add to her/his diet, vitamin supplements may also be something to consider. However, because of the serious symptoms and long-term risks involved with B12 deficiency, consulting with a health care provider and/or a registered dietitian may help as well.
Contrary to popular belief that B12 deficiency takes many years to develop, it actually may only take a matter of two to four years to become symptomatic. A recent meta-analysis found that the prevalence rate of B12 deficiency among non-pregnant young adults who followed a vegetarian diet (lacto- or lacto-ovo) was at about 32 percent and among vegans, ( those who eschew all animal products: meat, eggs, dairy, honey, leather, silk, etc.) prevalence was at 43 percent. Symptoms of B12 deficiency include anemia, fatigue, weakness, constipation, loss of appetite, and weight loss. Long-term effects may be neurological changes such as numbness and tingling in the hands and feet. Additional signs of B12 deficiency include difficulty in maintaining balance, depression, confusion, dementia, poor memory, and soreness of the mouth or tongue. But be advised that these can also be symptoms of many different ailments, so having a blood test from a doctor like your friend did can help with diagnosis.
The recommended daily allowance (RDA) of B12 for adults is 2.4 micrograms (µg) and there are actually two forms of B12, active (which the body can actually use) and inactive (a.k.a.,pseudovitamin B12). Now, for the good news: Both vegetarians and vegans have various options for obtaining sufficient amounts of vitamin B12. Some varieties of mushrooms, green and purple nori (seaweed), and some fermented foods like sauerkraut and tempeh (fermented soy beans) are recognized as plant-based sources active B12. Fortified foods like some cereals, soy products, or meat substitutes are options for both vegans and vegetarians. Milk, yogurt, and eggs are rich in vitamin B12 and may also be added to a vegetarian diet. And while it is possible to get sufficient amounts of the vitamin from these sources, many vegans and vegetarians don't seem to eat enough of these products. As such, it might be a good idea to look into vitamin supplements that contain B12. Due to the low absorption rate of the vitamin through supplements, taking a 250 microgram (µg) dose is recommended. Seeking out the guidance of a registered dietitian may prove helpful for your friend to identify where B12–rich sources can be added in her/his diet.
Happy healthy eating!
Medical Services (Morningside)
Becoming a vegetarian — Columbia Health resources?
Dear Future Veggie,
Yes, absolutely! Columbia Health has lots of resources for you as you prepare to make the switch. When planning out a healthy vegetarian diet, it is certainly helpful to have some guidance. The get balanced! Guide for Healthier Eating provides a ton of great information on making healthy food choices as a vegetarian or vegan. Columbia students can also meet with a registered dietitian through Columbia Health. Before meeting with a professional, it may be helpful to do some background research. Check out the related questions below for a plethora of useful information!
It's a great idea to plan consciously when switching over to a vegetarian diet. Not eating meat can offer many health benefits, as well as addressing environmental and ethical concerns. However, people who make the change without learning about proper nutrition can very easily become deficient in certain nutrients, experience undesired weight gain or loss, and fall into the famous trap of becoming a "pasta" vegetarian who lives on carbs and sweets and not much else.
Have you thought about to what degree of vegetarianism you will pledge? There are many variations on the vegetarian diet, including: lacto-ovo, vegetarians who avoid all meat but eat milk and eggs; pescatarians, who eat fish, and do not eat other types of meat; vegans, who avoid all animal products including milk, eggs, and even honey (produced by bees); raw foodists, who eat only raw fruits, veggies, sprouted nuts and grains; and even fruititarians, who only eat fruits, nuts, and seeds. Wherever you fall on the vegetarian spectrum, here are some general tips on converting to a vegetarian diet:
- Plan to incorporate into your diet a wide variety of whole grains, fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, seeds, vegetable oils, and of course leave room for some decadent delights (think: vegan triple chocolate cake).
- Ensure that you are eating adequate amounts of non-meat proteins, necessary for long-term sustained energy, and to repair and replace worn-out body cells. High protein veggie foods include beans, nuts (including peanuts and almonds), and milk.
- Vitamins B12 and D, calcium, iron, and zinc are other nutrients important to pay attention to, as they are abundantly found in meat, but not as easy to find in plant foods. Some strategizing with a nutritionist or educating yourself about vegetarian sources for these nutrients will help you make sure you're getting enough of these important nutrients.
- Because vegetarian diets are often high in fiber, remember to drink lots of water to ensure all that roughage is moving through and out of your system efficiently. Six to eight glasses per day is the general recommendation.
When planning a vegetarian diet, it is important to take into consideration a number of variables, such as body size, activity level, health status, and food preferences. But standing behind your ethical beliefs with the food you take in and the industries you support is an admirable and worthwhile undertaking. With the right guidance, education, and support, you could enjoy great health, a happy and clean conscience, and the joy of being an inspiration and teacher for others who wish to join you!
Vegetarian — Hair loss?
Dear Where's my hair?
You can expect to normally lose between 100-200 strands of hair each day. If your hair is coming out by the handfuls however, you do have cause to worry and should see a physician for a complete medical workup. A large loss of hair can indicate more serious bodily malfunctions. Stress can also be implicated as a cause of hair loss, and if things have been extra stressful for you lately, you might want to see a counselor to help you reduce your stress levels.
If your hair loss is more moderate, you are right that your nutrition and diet have a lot to do with it. Zinc is an important mineral for your hair, and a deficiency would probably show up as excessive hair loss, lack of sheen, and difficulty with control. The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for zinc in adult men is 11 mg, and for adult women the RDA is 8 mg. A zinc supplement might help you here, but consult your health provider before starting one. Zinc is found naturally in beans, seeds and nuts, legumes, milk, and wheat bran and germ. Also, in terms of your vegetarianism, you might very well be taking in insufficient levels of vitamin B-12. This is somewhat common among vegetarians, and the results of a deficiency include dandruff, scaling, and hair loss. Most of the naturally occurring B-12 is in animal products, but can also be found in nutritional yeast and sometimes in fermented soy products (i.e. tempeh). For adult women, the RDA for B-12 is 2.4 mcg. For adult men, the RDA is 2.4 mcg. Read Vegetarian — B-12 deficient for more information on vegetarians and B-12 deficiencies.
If updates to your eating plan don't seem to help, perhaps a visit with your health care provider is the next step. S/he can run some tests to check for a number of other possible options. If you are a Columbia student, you may consider a visit with a Registered Dietitian. Never fear, hope is not lost. Happy eating and a speedy solution to your concerns.
How to stop being a vegetarian/start eating meat?
Dear J,
Rejoining the ranks of the omnivorous need not mean you make major shifts in your current vegetarian diet, assuming that your current diet is reasonably well-balanced and contains plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Most recommendations about transitioning from a vegetarian diet to one that includes meat suggest slowly adding in easy-to-digest, lean meats, while continuing to eat vegetarian staples.
Fish is an excellent first step. Fish, especially salmon, trout, herring, and sardines (in general, cold-water fish with small bones) is a great source of protein as well as omega-3 fatty acids, and fish isn't as hard for the body to break down and digest as more dense, fattier meats. Choosing the right fish has become trickier as concerns about mercury levels (a toxin), overfishing of wild stocks, and aqua-farming practices increase. Check out the Monterrey Bay Aquarium's Seafood Watch program to learn more about sustainable and healthy choices for getting your fish fix.
Lean meats, such as poultry (white meat and skinless are the leanest poultry choices), lean cuts of beef and pork, and ground meats with the least percentage of fat, are also good sources of protein and iron. These should be at least 90 percent lean. Again, when adding poultry and meats back into your diet, you may want to consider issues of sustainability when buying. Some issues to consider include whether the animals were free-range, raised without hormones or antibiotics, or grass-fed.
Like any meat-eater, you may want to use caution when considering processed meats like ham, sausage, hot dogs, and packaged lunch meats, as they're often loaded with preservatives and sodium. However, if you find a trustworthy brand or deli, these are a convenient and easy way to incorporate meat into your diet once your body has had a while to get used to the leaner meats. Turkey, roast beef, and low-fat varieties of luncheon meats tend to have less fat than bologna or salami. With the addition of meat to your diet comes increased cholesterol and saturated fat. Fatty or red meats, egg yolks, and full-fat dairy are high in both cholesterol and saturated fat. Everyone, not just those transitioning from vegetarianism, should be mindful of how much cholesterol and saturated fat they're consuming.
Finally, just because you are adding meat to your diet, remember that your vegetarian favorites like grains, beans, nuts, seeds, fruits, and vegetables are still an important part of your eating plan. These are all important sources of vitamins, minerals, fibers, proteins, and enzymes. You mentioned that you were a lacto-ovo vegetarian, which means you have been eating eggs and dairy. These animal products are great sources of protein and other nutrients and can be included in your diet along with everything else.
The USDA considers fish, meat, legumes, and beans to be in the same food group. The recommended daily amount one should eat from this group depends on age, sex, and level of physical activity; however, typically a serving from the protein group is 3 to 4 ounces. As you can see, meat doesn't need to be eaten in huge portions to meet your protein requirements and, you don't need to eat it every day. Making the change to an omnivorous diet slowly, with continued use of the vegetarian foods you were accustomed to eating, can help avoid shocking your system with a sudden onslaught of new foods.
Columbia students who would like more nutrition guidance can make an appointment with a Registered Dietician by calling Medical Services (Morningside campus) or the Student Health Center (CUMC campus). Enjoy the vast array of new options you have in meal planning and restaurant choices, and don't forget to eat your vegetables, even in the midst of meat-eating bliss!
Fish-less omega-3 fatty acids
Dear Reader,
Yes, there certainly are! Good sources include:
- Canola and olive oils
- Walnuts
- Ground flaxseed
- Tofu
- Leafy green veggies
There are three main types of omega-3s. Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) are mainly found in fish, whereas alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) is found elsewhere. Good sources of ALA include vegetable oils (such as soybean or canola), nuts (especially walnuts), flax seeds and flaxseed oil, and leafy vegetables (like kale, spinach, and Brussels sprouts). You could try adding some walnuts and flaxseed into your oatmeal, yogurt, or smoothie, and use vegetable oil for cooking or in a salad dressing to top off a leafy veggie. Try using canola oil to make a vegetable stir fry with tofu. Tahini, which is made with sesame seeds, is a great source of omega-3s and can be used to make sauces and dips, such as hummus. For more information about nutrition, check out the get balanced! Guide for Healthier Eating.
Omega-3s fatty acids are polyunsaturated fatty acids that your body needs for numerous body functions, such as controlling blood clotting and normal brain function. Omega-3s have been shown to help prevent heart disease and possibly stroke, may help control lupus, eczema, and rheumatoid arthritis due to anti-inflammatory properties, and could be protective against certain types of cancer and other conditions.
There is some debate on whether sources of ALA carry the same benefits as fish sources of EPA and DHA. The body converts ALA into EPA and DHA, but not everyone's body does this well. If you're not averse to making an exception to your vegetarianism for fish oil, you can consider taking a fish oil supplement and might want to speak with your health care provider or a regsitered dietitian before doing so. For questions about your specific individual nutritional needs, Columbia students can make an appointment with Medical Services on the Morningside Campus or Student Health at the Medical Center to speak with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.
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9 hour Calif. standoff ends with suspect arrested, hostages freed
The gunman fired at police and struck a cop in his ballistic vest, had girlfriend and daughter held hostage
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INGLEWOOD, Calif. — A gunman who fired several shots at a pair of Southern California police officers, hitting one, and held two people hostage for nearly nine hours was booked Thursday on suspicion of attempted murder, a sheriff's official said.
Christopher Warsaw, 45, was being held on $1 million bail, said Los Angeles County sheriff's Deputy Guillermina Saldana.
It was not immediately clear if Warsaw had an attorney and he had not made an initial court appearance.
Warsaw was arrested late Wednesday after engaging police in a nearly nine-hour standoff after taking his girlfriend and her 14-year-old daughter hostage, authorities said. He fired at officers who responded to a family disturbance call from the home that came at 12:30 p.m.
The worst injury occurred when an Inglewood policeman was shot in his bulletproof vest. He was taken to a hospital in good condition but "in a lot of pain," police Capt. James D. Madia said.
He suffered blunt force injuries and spent Wednesday night in the hospital as a precaution but could be released Thursday, police said.
The second officer was not hit but was hurt when she fell down in the chaos that followed, Madia said. She was treated at a hospital and released.
The gunman, his girlfriend and her 14-year-old daughter all came away unharmed, police said.
The man in the home shot at the arriving officers "before they could even get to the front door," Madia said. Officers returned fire, and a video aired on KABC-TV captured more than a dozen shots being fired.
Officers pulled their wounded colleague out of the line of fire, Lt. Oscar Mejia said.
Esther Frazier, who lives across the street from the standoff, said she was baking a cake for Thanksgiving when she heard a commotion and walked outside to see police officers banging on the door of the home.
She went back inside to turn off her oven when gunfire erupted.
"There were so many gunshots, oh my God, it was like you were in a war zone," she told the Los Angeles Times. "A shot came through the screen on my door."
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President Pranab Mukherjee today expressed concern over the limited options available in India for meritorious students to pursue quality higher education and called for the creation of world-class academic facilities in the country to retain the bright minds.
"Many meritorious students opt for higher studies abroad. We have to retain them by offering world-class education in our own country. "Unfortunately, superior quality institutions which meet the expectations of the bright students are few," Mukherjee said at the platinum jubilee celebrations of the College of Engineering Trivandrum here.
Noting that no Indian engineering college or university was ranked among the top-200 varsities in the world, Mukherjee said, it was in sharp contrast compared with ancient times when Indian universities like Takshashila attracted students from different parts of the world.
"Efficient management took our ancient universities to great heights before they declined by the 13th century AD. Today, we languish behind many nations." The acid test for our academic institutions is to produce a large cadre of scientific and technical manpower without sacrificing quality, Mukherjee said, adding that engineering programmes must be periodically evaluated based on industry trends.
"Intellectual collaborations amongst Indian institutions and with institutions abroad can provide impetus to knowledge generation and sharing. Expertise in key areas must be developed by associating with other knowledge-generation institutions," he added.
Mukherjee also stated that education has a pivotal role in growth of the nation. Talking about India becoming a permanent member of the Washington Accord, the President said, "The onus is on our engineering colleges to adhere to the requisite accreditation standards."
Washington Accord is an international accreditation agreement for professional engineering degrees which is entered into by the bodies responsible for accreditation in the signatory countries. Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy announced that students graduating from the College of Engineering Trivandrum would get a special commemoration certificate along with their graduation certificates to mark the platinum jubilee celebrations of the institute.
Earlier, addressing the first convocation at the Central University of Kerala at Kasargod, he said the country was faced with a scarcity of good teachers in universities and this challenge was to be met by filling up vacant positions and attracting the best talents.


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A Debut Novel Set in Contemporary Saudi Arabia
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How to be a Submissive wife
How to be a Submissive wife
Being from a culture where people strive for independence, it has become difficult to understand the role as a wife in a marriage. As written on Proverbs 12:4,"A wife of a noble character is her husband's crown, but a disgraceful wife is like decay in his bones." In a Christian household love, honor and respect is a big part of a peaceful home. Being a submissive wife is another big part of a harmonious home.
Remember you are no longer under rule of mother and father. You have left there house. You are under the rule of your husband. you are responsible to him and your new family. He and he alone is the head.
follow the word of GOD:
Ephesians 5: {22} Wives, submit to your own husbands, as to the Lord, {23} For the husband is head of the wife, as also Christ is head of the Church; and He is the Savior of the body
Understand the submissive and controlled. Submit According to Webster's Dictionary to submit means "to present or refer to others for decision, consideration, etc. To yield to the action, control power, etc. of another or others, give in; also, to subject or allow to be subjected to treatment, analysis, etc. of some sort: often used reflexively. To be submissive is having or showing a tendency to submit without resistance; docile; yielding." to be HUMBLY obedient.
Make sure to love your spouse overall his flaws. Simply, do not criticize his ways, but offer helpful advice making sure not to offend him.
Be respectful. Respect comes easy when you truly love your spouse. You should respect his opinions, decisions, and ideas.
Be aware that the man is the head of the household. As written in Ephesians 5:23,"For the husband is the head of the wife as Christ is the head of the church…"
Never make decisions that affect both of you without your spouse knowing. This will only bring conflict between you two.
Serve your husband in a cheerful manner throughout all his need. Serving someone you love and respect is not a difficult task. This should come naturally if the above is followed.
Remember, being a submissive wife does not mean you are a dumb wife. A submissive wife is strong and smart pleasing to the lord. Allow yourself to learn, grow, goal-orientated and follow your dreams. A loving marriage requires work. If you both are at war for the same spot as head of a household, prepare to be part of a quarrelsome home.
Serve = to render assistance; be of use; help.
Role of the Wife in Leadership
You have an extremely important role to play in your husband's role as leader. As stated above, yours is a submissive or supportive role. Submission is not a passive activity, but an active one. It takes effort and concentration to be a good follower. Sometimes your role will be more vocal. As the closest person in his life, your insight may be invaluable. Your support, understanding, and willingness to follow will doubtless be important to him.
Do You Make These Mistakes?
Lead: Do you run the household your way and expect your husband to go along with your decisions? Do you make a show of consulting him, but do things as you please anyway? Do you feel it's better to do things your way and have them turn out right, than to follow your husband? This shows a direct disregard for his position as leader.
Pressure: Do you try to pressure your husband to do things your way? Do you needle and nag? Do you argue and resist his leading because your way seems better? Does he go along with you just to keep peace? Expect your children to imitate this behavior.
Scrutinize: Do you pick apart and scrutinize his plans? Are you overly concerned and watchful? Are you quick to approve or disapprove? Do you ask probing questions in a fearful tone? This shows a lack of confidence and trust in him.
Advise: Do you offer too many suggestions? Do you tell him what to do and how to do it? Are you always giving him advice? Do you listen to his ideas before interrupting with your own? Do you outline courses of action for him? He may get the idea you don't need him and can handle everything quite well on your own.
Disobey: Do you obey only when you agree with your husband? Do you do things your own way when you disagree? Do you go against his wishes when you feel strongly on a subject? This is the real test of a truly submissive wife.
How to Be the Perfect Follower
Honor his position: Have faith in the principle that God placed him in his role. Honor his place and teach your children to do the same.
Let go: Give him back the reins. Allow him to lead, and learn to follow. He will surprise you with his ability to get along fine without all your help.
Have a girlish trust in him: Don't be worried about the way things will turn out. Let him do the worrying, while you trust him. This is not to say he will not make mistakes. Realize he is human and allow for mistakes.
Be adaptable: Don't be set in your ways. Be adjustable and bendable. Learn to be happy and make the best of whatever circumstances your husband provides.
Be obedient: Obey your husband's counsel and instructions in his presence and when he is gone. Perfect obedience is cheerful, to the letter, and immediate. Set your goal for quality obedience.
Stand together united: This is so important where children are concerned. Even when you disagree, present a united front to the children. Do not side with them against your husband, and do not express dissatisfaction to them.
Support his plans and decisions: Sometimes you have to go beyond submission and give active support to your husband. Some decisions are tough, and he may want you to stand with him. You don't have to agree with the decision to be able to do this, but with his right to make the decision.
Assert yourself: The above qualities have all been submissive qualities, but there is another quality of a good follower – that of asserting yourself. There will be times when you will want, no, when you will need to speak out. Make sure when you do you have thought carefully about what you are going to say, pray about it; then go to your husband in confidence. Be sure of yourself.
How to Keep Your Husband's Love
60 Ways to Keep Your Husband's Love
- Behave like a female, i.e. all the tenderness of a female–a man doesn't want a man for his wife!
- Dress pleasantly/attractively. If you are a home-maker, don't stay in your sleeping suit all day.
- Smell good!
- Don't lay out all your problems on your husband as soon as he walks in. Give him a little mental break.
- Don't keep asking him, "what are you thinking?"
- Stop nagging non-stop before God gives you something really to complain about.
- Absolutely no talking about your spousal problems to anyone you meet, not even under the pretense of seeking help!
- Be kind to your mother-in-law the same way you would like your husband to be kind to your own mother.
- Learn all the rights and obligations of each other in Christianity . Focus on fulfilling your obligations, not demanding your rights
- greet your husband when he comes home, as if you were waiting for him. Smile and hug him.
- Keep your house clean, at least to the level that he wants it.
- Compliment him on the things you know he's not so confident about (looks, intelligence, etc.) This will build his self-esteem.
- Tell him he's the best husband ever.
- Call his family often.
- Give him a simple task to do at home and then thank him when he does it. This will encourage him to do more.
- When he's talking about something boring, listen and nod your head. Even ask questions to make it seem like you're interested.
- Encourage him to do good deeds.
- If he's in a bad mood, give him some space. He'll get over it.
- Thank him sincerely for providing you with food and shelter. It's a big deal.
- If he's angry with you and starts yelling, let him yell it out while you're quiet. You will see your fight will end a lot faster. Then when he's calm, you can tell him your side of the story and how you want him to change something.
- When you're mad at him, don't say "YOU make me furious", rather, "This action makes me upset". Direct your anger to the action and circumstance rather than at him.
- Remember that your husband has feelings, so take them into consideration.
- Let him chill with his friends without guilt, especially if they're good guys. Encourage him to go out, so he doesn't feel "cooped up" at home.
- If your husband is annoyed over a little thing you do (and you can control it), then stop doing it. Really.
- Learn how to tell him what you expect without him having to guess all the time. Learn to communicate your feelings.
- Don't get mad over small things. It's not worth it.
- Make jokes. If you're not naturally funny, go on the internet and read some jokes, and then tell them to him.
- Tell him you're the best wife ever and compliment yourself on certain things you know you're good at.
- Learn to make his favorite dish.
- Don't ever, EVER talk bad about him with friends or family unnecessarily. If they end up agreeing with you, you will see that it hits you back in the face because you get more depressed that you have a bad husband–and other people also think you have a bad husband.
- Use your time wisely and get things accomplished. If you're a home-maker, take online classes and get active in your community. This will make you happy and a secondary bonus is that it impresses your husband.
- Do all of the above and you will see God put love in everything you do.
- Husband and wife should discuss and communicate with wisdom with each other to convey what they like and dislike of each other to do or not to do. Do NOT give commands or instructions like he's your servant.
- Tell your husband you love him, many, many times.
- Have a race with your husband and let him win, even if you are much fitter and stronger than him.
- Keep fit and take care of your health so you will remain a strong mother, wife, cook and housekeeper.
- Refine and cultivate good mannerisms i.e do not whine, don't laugh or talk too loud or walk like an elephant.
- Do not leave the house without letting him so he will no worry.
- Make sure all his clothes are clean and pressed so he is always looking fresh and crisp.
- Don't discuss important/controversial matters with him when he is tired or sleepy. Find right time for right discussion.
- Always let him know that you appreciate him working and bringing home the "dough". It makes it easier for him to go to work.
- ALWAYS be there for him intimately, remember your body is now his.
- Brush your hair, everyday.
- Don't forget to do laundry.
- Surprise him with gifts. Even necessities, such as new shoes, can be gifts.
- Listen to him. (Even when he talks about extremely boring things like basketball or computers.)
- Try (hard as it might be) to take interest in his hobbies.
- Try not to go shopping too much … and spend all his money.
- Look attractive and be seductive towards him. Flirt with him.
- Learn tricks and "techniques" to please your husband in intimacy. (Of course goes both ways.)
- Prepare for special evenings with him with special dinner and exclusive time (no children permitted).
- Take care of your skin, especially your face. The face is center of attraction.
- If you not satisfied intimately, talk to him and tell him. Help him or provide resources, don't wait until matters become worse.
- Ask GOD to strengthen and preserve the bonds of compassion and love between the two of you, every day, every prayer. Ask him to protect that bond from
- Don't EVER compare your husbands to other husbands! For example don't say, "well her husband doesn't do that, why do you …" (thats a killer!)
- Be happy with what you have because no one is perfect.
- Strive for GOD's love first and foremost! if all wives try to seek Gods love and pleasure, surely, they can keep their husbands love too. And remember–if Allah loves you, the angles will love you, and the entire creation will love you.
- If you pack a lunch for your husband to take to work, from time to time sneak in a little love note or sweet poem. If he doesn't take a lunch, leave the note somewhere else for him to find, like in his briefcase, or wallet or on the car steering-wheel
- always tell him the truth… never lie to your husband(this will cause big problems)
- Open yourself to him in always… give him all he ask and you will be rewarded.


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Prison charity day is set to help the needy
Posted: July 31, 2014|
A FUND-RAISING committee at a Marchington prison are to help the needy with a charity day.
The Dovegate Dreammakers are holding an 'It's a Knockout' event for staff at HMP Dovegate in Marchington on August 17.
The charity was initially set up by a committee of staff in order to support the two year old son of one of the prison officers, who was diagnosed with having cancer and has already undergone a serious operation to remove a brain tumour but in the future they intend to help more people.
More information is available on 01283 829586.


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Stevie Wonder, Gilberto Gil give Rio Christmas cheer
RIO DE JANEIRO – US singer Stevie Wonder joined Brazil's Gilberto Gil late Tuesday for a massive free Christmas concert on Rio's Copacabana beach attended by half a million people.
"Tudo bem?" (Everything allright?) Wonder shouted out to the crowd in Portugese after being led on stage by his sons.
Dressed in a golden suit, the blind singer began his set with "What a Wonderful World," then performed hits like "I Just Called to Say I Love You," "You Are the Sunshine of My Life" and to sing a cover of the late Michael Jackson, "The Way You Make Me Feel."
Earlier, Gil opened the show with "Realce" and "A Novidade" on a stage set with the exclusive Copacabana Palace Hotel as a backdrop.
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PHILADELPHIA All that was missing was the Wolf Pack.
Randy Wolf dominated his former team, James Loney homered and drove in four runs and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Philadelphia Phillies 9-2 Wednesday night.
Wolf (2-1) allowed one run and three hits, striking out eight in six sharp innings in his second career start against the Phillies. Wolf spent his first eight years in Philadelphia, leaving after the 2006 season. His fan club called itself the Wolf Pack and used to sit in the bleachers wearing masks when he pitched.
"There's a lot of moments here, that's for sure," Wolf said.
Jimmy Rollins and Raul Ibanez hit solo homers for the Phillies, who got another poor outing from Jamie Moyer (3-3).
The 46-year-old Moyer still needs one victory to become the oldest pitcher to reach 250 wins. He allowed seven runs and eight hits in 4 1-3 innings, while his ERA rose to 8.15.
"I don't really feel frustrated," Moyer said. "I'm not making pitches I'd like to make. Every mistake I make has gotten hit hard. I guess I have to be mistake-free."
The Dodgers, who have the best record in the NL at 23-12, won for the second time in six games without suspended slugger Manny Ramirez.
Moyer breezed through the first three innings, allowing just one hit. But the Dodgers got five runs off him in the fourth to take a 5-1 lead.
Rafael Furcal doubled to start the inning and Orlando Hudson lined an RBI double to left. After a one-out walk to Russell Martin, Loney hit a three-run drive to right for his first homer this season.
"It feels good," Loney said. "Sometimes we all struggle at the same time. But the guys swung the bats well. Hopefully we'll keep it up."
Matt Kemp and Casey Blake followed Loney's shot with consecutive singles. Wolf then dropped a perfect sacrifice that allowed Kemp to race home from second base. Kemp's headfirst dive beat second baseman Chase Utley's throw to the plate.
"Kemp gave us a big lift with his aggressiveness on the base paths," Dodgers manager Joe Torre said. "That's how we need to be."
The Dodgers chased Moyer in the fifth. Loney had an RBI single and Blake's sacrifice fly made it 7-1. Blake hit a two-run homer off Clay Condrey in the ninth.
Despite his recent struggles, Moyer walked off the mound to a nice hand from fans. He's 0-2 with a 13.87 ERA in his last three starts. Moyer was 16-7 with a 3.71 ERA last season, so the Phillies ignored his age and rewarded him with a $13 million, two-year contract.
"I don't think he's right," Phillies manager Charlie Manuel said. "His command comes and goes. He has a hard time getting a feel for where he wants the ball to go. I've seen him go through stretches like this. I know how bad he wants to do good."
Rollins, batting fifth instead of his usual leadoff spot for the second straight game, lined a solo shot for a 1-0 lead in the second. He was 2 for 17 before connecting for the second time this season.


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Winston will miss OTA practice to attend NFLPA event05/27/15 Blog
It's only one practice and not his choice, but Bucs rookie quarterback Jameis Winston will miss the teams' OTA (organized team activity) session Thursday because he'll be in California at the NFLPA's Rookie Premiere event, along with 39 other top rookies.
Winston was in attendance for Tuesday's first day of OTAs, as well as Wednesday's drills, but he was due to fly out Wednesday night for the NFLPA event, which includes a photo shoot for trading cards and meeting with other NFL sponsors. The event is required for those invited -- the Bucs had WR Mike Evans and TE Austin Seferian-Jenkins at last year's event, which didn't overlap with any scheduled practices....
Gramaticas honor wounded veteran with new home05/22/15 Blog
The Gramatica brothers -- Martin with the Bucs, and Bill and Santiago at USF -- are a decade removed from their time as Tampa's place-kickers, but they're still making a huge impact on the community through their Gramatica Family Foundation.
The foundation provided a mortgage-free home in Tampa to an injured veteran who served in Iraq -- here's the full story from the Bucs' official site....
Bucs' Mike Evans cracks NFL top 100 list at No. 7505/20/15 Blog
It took only one season for Bucs receiver Mike Evans to crack the NFL Network's "top 100" list of the league's top players, making his debut there at No. 75 as the network unveiled another 10 players on Wednesday night.
Evans -- touted by NFL Network as the youngest player in the top 100 at just 21 -- set a Bucs franchise record last year with 12 touchdown receptions while leading the team with 1,051 receiving yards....
Raymond James Stadium upgrade could boost Tampa Super Bowl bid05/20/15Bucs
TAMPA — Raymond James Stadium is getting a face lift soon. The questions are how vast and who pays.
Improvements to the home of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers were pledged as part of a bid that landed the January 2017 college football playoff title game for Tampa. They also would enhance bids for the 2019 or 2020 Super Bowl. The city is a finalist, the NFL announced Wednesday, along with Atlanta, Miami and New Orleans....
Bucs rookies get crash course in etiquette05/20/15 Blog
The incoming class of Bucs rookies haven't had three weeks on the job yet, but they're already getting a crash course on how to be a professional football player. And for three hours on Monday night, that was more Emily Post than post patterns.
"I walked away from there saying 'What gentlemen, every single one of them,'" said Patricia Rossi, an etiquette coach who met with Bucs rookies and has done other group sessions with NFL and MLB teams. "You see how sweet they are. These are my favorite. They want to learn. They love it and they engage." ...
Tampa named finalist for Super Bowl in 2019, 202005/20/15 Blog
Tampa has been named one of four finalists for the 2019 and 2020 Super Bowls, with a chance to host what is arguably the biggest event in American sports for the first time in a decade.
Tampa, which has hosted four Super Bowls, most recently in 2009, is a finalist, along with Miami, New Orleans and Atlanta. The four cities will make their bids to NFL owners in May 2016, according to the report. Los Angeles would also be eligible to bid for the 2020 Super Bowl if an NFL team is playing in a new stadium there by 2018....
Safety Swearinger happy to join Bucs05/18/15Bucs
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"So far, it's been great," Swearinger, 23, said Monday, speaking to reporters for the first time since the team claimed him off waivers. "I think it's a plus for me, getting a new start in a new city with new coaches and new players around me. Just starting over again, that's a big key for me and something I'm looking forward to."...
Bucs sign McNeese guard Antoine Everett as undrafted rookie05/18/15 Blog
The Bucs have signed another undrafted rookie free agent in McNeese State offensive lineman Antoine Everett, who played left tackle in college but is likely to line up at guard in the NFL.
Everett, 6-foot-3 and 325 pounds, was projected as a late-round draft pick before he broke a bone in his foot at his pro day in March. He's expected to be fully recovered by the end of June, a month before the Bucs open preseason camp. ...
Safety D.J. Swearinger eager for fresh start with Bucs05/18/15 Blog
New Bucs safety D.J. Swearinger said he was surprised to be waived by the Texans last week, but the 23-year-old former second-round draft pick is excited about a fresh start in Tampa Bay.
"So far, it's been great," Swearinger said Monday, speaking to reporters for the first time since the Bucs claimed him off waivers. "I think it's a plus for me, getting a new start in a new city with new coaches and new players around me. Just starting over again, that's a big key for me and something I'm looking forward to."...
Bucs' Cullen wants depth, rotation on defensive line05/18/15 Blog
If the Bucs' defensive line is to return to prominence as the catalyst of a dominating defense, improved depth will play a big role in that resurgence, assistant coach Joe Cullen said Monday.
"If we have seven guys up, all seven play. Very simple," Cullen said of wanting to keep fresh legs in the pass rush with a steady rotation this fall. "No one's going to play 65 snaps and play every down. You'll wear out through the year, it's proven. The best teams and the best rush teams always have a rotation."...
Ex-Buc, Storm coach Chris Hovan arrested on DUI charge05/16/15 Blog
Former Bucs defensive tackle Chris Hovan, now an assistant head coach with the Arena Football League's Tampa Bay Storm, was arrested in Odessa on Friday night on misdemeanor charges of driving under the influence, according to police records.
Hovan, 37, was arrested by the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office at 9:04 p.m. and refused a blood-alcohol test, according to arrest records. He was booked at 11:27 p.m. and charged with misdemeanor counts of DUI while accompanied by a minor and DUI with property damage, and was released at 8:02 a.m. Saturday after posting a $1,000 cash bond....
Lovie Smith honored at Dick Vitale gala fundraiser05/15/15 Blog
Dick Vitale's annual gala in Sarasota has raised more than $12-million for cancer research, and while it's often a basketball affair, Bucs coach Lovie Smith and FSU coach Jimbo Fisher are among the three coaches honored at the Ritz-Carlton on Friday night, along with Syracuse men's basketball coach Jim Boeheim.
"I got a chance to meet him last year for the first time," Smith said of Vitale. "We all know who Dick Vitale is, and what all he's done, as a coach and of course as a TV personality, and then on what he's done to grab the baton from Coach (Jim) Valvano."...
Bucs rookies enjoy visit to veterans' hospital05/15/15 Blog
TAMPA -- A group of 20-plus Bucs rookies had finished an hour of meeting with patients and staff at James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital on Friday afternoon when quarterback Jameis Winston stopped the group before it left for a bus back to One Buc Place.
Winston had told one patient nicknamed "Tigger" he would visit his room and asked hospital staff if the group could make a quick stop. They compromised, and Tigger -- a season-ticket holder wearing a "00" Bucs jersey -- came down to the hospital's USO Room, where the rookies took one last round of photos and autographs to say thanks....
Lovie Smith defends Winston against Bowden criticism05/13/15Bucs
TAMPA — Bucs coach Lovie Smith, known for stopping high-powered attacks, went on the defensive Wednesday for rookie QB Jameis Winston.
Saying he was "disappointed" in legendary Florida State coach Bobby Bowden for calling Winston "an embarrassment" to Florida State fans and boosters, Smith said the Bucs' research heading into the NFL draft revealed the opposite was true....
Giles sees much of Doug Williams in Jameis Winston05/13/15 Blog
On the day the Bucs announced Doug Williams and Mike Alstott would join the team's Ring of Honor this fall, another member of that distinguished fraternity, tight end Jimmie Giles, had praise for new Bucs quarterback Jameis Winston.
"Jameis Winston is Doug Williams reincarnated," Giles said of his former Bucs teammate. "He's coming in with an opportunity to lead a team that really has some very good players. I think the missing piece of this puzzle was a couple of good offensive linemen, which we got, and a good quarterback. We've actually been missing a good quarterback for a long time. That's going to be, I think, the final piece of the puzzle to get the Bucs back in the playoffs."...


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That's the issues w/ the AEM: No claimed water proofness and to my knowledge they don't have a logging program for your laptop.
Innovate: You can install their own program "LogWorks" and look at the Wideband data graphically and record it. The graphical readout is nice b/c it is easier to see transient changes in fueling where a numerical gauge would just be quickly flicking through changing numbers. Logging is nice, but can also be somewhat useless w/out RPM - You would have an AFR vs Time log. So unless you are on a dyno and can match up time stamps or start and stop a log accurately, it wouldn't be super useful IMO.
The AEM is still a better product in my experience, the sensor doesn't need a free air calibration (which the Innovate products frequently do) [free air cal means you have to pull the sensor out of the exaust and calibrate it against a clean air reference, AEM uses the proper Bosch protocol and doesn't loose this calibration] So perhaps the AEM gauge could be made more water tight w/ silicon.
Ok...sounds like AEM it is...Thank you...now where do I actually mount it? Seems like it's not as easy as putting the sensor at the end of the exhaust pipe?
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China expects further Xinjiang separatist attacks
BEIJING China says it expects new attacks by separatists seeking independence for the traditionally Turkic Muslim region of Xinjiang after deadly ethnic violence there last year.
Despite massive pressure from security forces, separatists will continue to refine their methods and seek opportunities, the region's governor, Nur Bekri, told reporters Sunday.
"They will not easily accept failure. They will step up their separate attempts and change their ways and means to make new trouble for us," Bekri said.
Speaking at a rare news conference on the sidelines of the national legislative session in Beijing, Bekri repeated China's claims that deadly July riots in Xinjiang's capital, Urumqi, were orchestrated by overseas activists for the rights of Uighurs, historically Xinjiang's majority ethnic group, many of whom resent heavy-handed Chinese rule.
China has provided little direct evidence to back up the accusation, and those activists have denied involvement in the violence, saying they believe in a peaceful struggle for greater Uighur rights.
Nearly 200 people were killed and 1,600 wounded in the riots, according to the government, in the worst ethnic unrest in China in decades.
Bekri said 198 people have been tried in 97 separate cases related to the rioting, and the final figure would likely be higher. Several dozen death sentences have been handed down in those cases but Bekri did not say how many people have been executed.
Chinese authorities cut Internet, international calls and text messaging services in Xinjiang, saying they were used to stir up and coordinate protests. Bekri said access has been restored to 31 approved Web sites, but offered no indication of when restrictions would be lifted.
Uighur activists say the Urumqi riots, which were followed by retaliatory attacks by members of China's majority Han ethnic group, were the result of decades of pent up frustration with Chinese rule.
Many Uighurs say Han migrants have flooded into the region and receive most of the benefits of government programs and Xinjiang's mineral wealth. The government also enforces strict controls over Uighur culture and religion, and high-ranking Communist Party officials who wield real political power in Xinjiang are mainly Han.
"Nur Bekri and the Xinjiang delegation have no real authority and don't represent Uighurs," said Dilxat Raxit, spokesman for the Germany-based World Uyghur Congress.
"Uighurs want self-determination, but you can tell from the delegation's words that they're not really interested in discussing the real issues," Raxit said.
Some Uighurs opposed to Chinese rule have waged a low-intensity campaign of bombings and assassinations against Chinese officials. The latest wave of attacks came in 2008 to coincide with the Beijing Olympics, targeting government offices and military police, and authorities claim to have foiled an alleged attempt to blow up a Beijing-bound plane with liquid explosives.
The Urumqi violence came more than a year after ethnic riots spread through Tibet's capital, Lhasa, and Tibetan inhabited regions of western China - underscoring what many called the inadequacies of China's policies toward ethnic minorities.
Speaking at a separate news conference just before Bekri's, Tibet's China-appointed governor Padma Choling renewed verbal attacks on Tibet's exiled Buddhist leader, the Dalai Lama, whom Beijing accused of inspiring the uprising.


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In the age of ubiquitous digital devices and screens, time and space in the out-of-doors are essential to our physical, mental, and even spiritual health. One way to engage with nature is to create a landscape around your house that draws you and your loved ones outside. If you build it, they will come—to bask with a cup of coffee in the early morning rays, to play hopscotch on the driveway, to harvest the ripest tomato along with a snip of basil for a fresh caprese salad, to plant a rose bush, or to catch fireflies in the grassy meadow under the stars. These real-life experiences bring to children and adults alike a deep connection to our earth and a rekindling of spirit that can't happen any other way.
It's just not that hard to create a landscape that works. In this inspiring lecture, you'll see a host of visual ideas as well as design tips, before and after images, case studies, and essential information to get you started. Award-winning landscape designer and author Julie Moir Messervy walks you through the process her firm JMMDS uses, from thinking 'big picture' about your property all the way down to the details. Across a wide range of projects, from luxurious spaces to those that were built with sweat equity on a shoestring, you'll come away with more knowledge about how to create comfortable living spaces in the out-of-doors. (1-1.5 hours)
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Faced with hectic schedules and distracting digital devices, designers and homeowners need to create enticing, stimulating landscapes where people can connect with nature once more. Join award-winning landscape designer and author Julie Moir Messervy as she describes the five paths she's taking to help people create and enjoy their outdoor surroundings, illustrating her points with her studio's wide-ranging residential and institutional projects. Messervy is the author of six books on landscape design, a noted lecturer, and the designer of the Toronto Music Garden and countless public and private landscapes. With a newly released iPhone app and online design service, Julie Moir Messervy Design Studio is pioneering new ways to bring good landscape design to homeowners everywhere. (1-1.5 hours)
THE NEW HOMESTEAD: Greening the Home Outside
In this energizing lecture, award-winning landscape designer and author Julie Moir Messervy discusses the links between good landscape design and sustainable outdoor living. The Merriam Webster dictionary defines a homestead as "the home and adjoining land occupied by a family; the ancestral home." A new homestead, as Julie defines it, means living lightly by utilizing the best time-honored earth-friendly practices as well as up-to-date green technologies and materials, arranged and structured using principles of good design. Sustainable features such as vegetable gardens, solar panels, drying yards, rainwater collection systems and much more can be incorporated in imaginative and aesthetically pleasing ways. Join Julie in taking a look at designing your new homestead with a focus on sustainability with style. (1-1.5 hours)
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The colloquium intends to bring together Australasian and international academics and researchers to share their knowledge and research on multi-owned properties.
February 5-6 2016
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
It is our pleasure to invite you to the first 'Multi-Owned Properties: A multidisciplinary colloquium', being hosted by Deakin Business School (Department of Finance) with the support of the UNSW Australia (Faculty of Law and City Futures Research Centre) and Griffith University (Business School).
The colloquium intends to bring together Australasian and international academics and researchers to share their knowledge and research on multi-owned properties (strata title, community title, unit title, high rise, subdivisions with owners' corporations, private housing estates, condominiums, common interest developments and other similarly structure properties).
Discipline and field of research areas may include, but are not limited to:
- Planning
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- Sociology
- Built environment
- Architecture
- Construction studies
- Tourism studies
- Property and real estate studies
- Economics
- Social science
- Environmental science
- Management
- Design
Enquiries: Colloquium chair Ms Nicole Johnston
Registration includes: attendance to all sessions, morning and afternoon tea, lunch and colloquium dinner.
All prices are listed in Australian Dollars:
Standard conference registration
- Standard registration - $440 (including GST)
Student conference registration
- Postgraduate student registration - $220 (including GST)
Optional extras
- Additional dinner ticket $100
Cancellation of registration must be made in writing to the conference Chair. Fees paid will be refunded as follows:
- Cancellation on or before January 29 - Full payment less administration fee of $60
- Cancellation after January 29 - No refund
Registrations are transferable to a colleague at any time prior to the conference, provided the conference Chair is advised in writing.
Call for abstracts
Call for abstracts
We invite researchers to submit abstracts to the colloquium in any discipline or field of research related to multi-owned properties.
Abstracts should be no longer than 300 words. For empirical based studies the abstract should include the research focus, methods, results/findings and main conclusions and/or recommendations.
Acceptance of abstracts will constitute confirmation that the delegate will be scheduled in event's agenda as a colloquium presenter. Delegates are encouraged to submit a full paper prior to the colloquium.
Delegates will have the option of submitting their papers for consideration for publication in special editions on multi-owned properties in the following journals at the completion of the colloquium:
- International Journal of Housing Markets and Analysis
- Property Law Review
Papers selected for inclusion in these journals will be determined by the editorial boards of the journals and subject to peer review.
Important deadlines
The deadline for abstracts has been extended to: July 31 2015
Abstract acceptance: August 30 2015
Papers due: December 15 2015
Please submit your abstract to the colloquium committee at: email@example.com
There is no official accommodation for the Colloquium as there are options to suit every budget and need for conference guests in and around Melbourne.We've listed a range of accommodation options which you might wish to consider.
Booking sites
- Oaks on Collins
- Intercontinental The Rialto
- The Langham Hotel
- Vibe Savoy
- Alto Hotel on Bourke
- Ibis Kingsgate
There are two Hilton hotels in Melbourne.
The Mantra group has a number of locations in Melbourne CBD and suburbs.
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Serviced apartments
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Useful links
- Visit Melbourne - the official travel website for international visitors to Melbourne, Australia.
- City of Melbourne - visitor information
- Melbourne's weather and climate
- Melbourne maps
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Colloquium organising committee
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- Professor Chris Guilding, Business School, Griffith University
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It's a familiar story by now: after decades of white flight from America's urban cores, well-to-do white people have been moving back into cities. And they're bringing lots of change with them, for better and for worse. The situation is no different among the nation's religious leaders, especially young evangelical pastors who are planting churches in cities. With gentrification comes an increase in racial and economic tensions, which newly transplanted church leaders need to carefully consider as they minister to the inner city.
I recently put some questions to Sean Benesh — a mountain-biking, urban-cycling church planter with experience in Tucson, Vancouver, and Portland — about the problem and promise of new churches participating in urban renewal.
Why not help people from the inner-city start churches in their neighborhoods, rather than sending in outsiders (read: white pastors)?
That is a question that is oftentimes asked regardless of whether it is a gentrifying neighborhood or not. It represents one of the criticisms of church planting in general in that many simply assume there is little need for starting new churches or having "outsiders" come in, instead arguing that we should focus on building up established congregations. When it comes to planting in gentrifying neighborhoods, is it better to have "insiders" or "outsiders" plant churches? I believe the answer is "both/and."
Every church planter will be able to reach certain population segments, while other planters will reach different ones. This becomes a sociological conversation about who the planter naturally gravitates towards. We can have a separate conversation about whether this is healthy or not, but by and large church planters plant churches among people most like themselves — whether that is an ethnicity, worldview, value system, mutual interests.
The bottom line is that we need planters from within the neighborhood and those coming from the outside to plant churches among the longstanding community. The same applies to planting among the gentrifiers.
This one comes from a chapter in your book — "Do you really think it's a good thing that the only way for a community of color to experience these 'benefits' is for white people to move into it?"
No, and this is where it gets complicated. Anytime there is a "lifting" process in a neighborhood, whether it is done by the established population or incoming gentrifiers (whites), it elevates the appeal of living there. Many neighborhoods that were allowed to decline and bottom out were strategic locations in the central city that are accessible to downtown jobs and other urban amenities. The more desirable (safer, better amenities and services, etc.) these neighborhoods and districts become the more people want to move there to experience life in the city.
So whether these changes are wrought on by the established community or gentrifiers, the results appear to be the same . . . making these communities more desirable, safer, and thus more valuable means more people want to move in. In other words, fortunately or unfortunately, if a central city neighborhood leads the charge to make its neighborhood safer and more livable it simply creates ripe conditions for others from the outside to want to move in.
Should pastors plant churches for the "old" neighborhood — essentially the displaced — or the gentrifiers? Is it possible to cater to both despite cultural differences?
This is where we bump up against sociology and human nature in that we all gravitate towards people like us. As an example, for me personally I connect with mountain bikers and that grouping transcends socio-economic lines.
When it comes to planting in gentrifying neighborhoods, one of the first questions that a church planter needs to wrestle with is whether he is going to be demographic-focused or geographic-focused. Meaning, will a planter simply allow this "natural" gravitational pull to be the basis of who he plants a church among — whether it is a black planter who grew up in the neighborhood or an incoming white creative-class-type planter? Conversely, if a church planter opts to be geographic-focused (think parish model) that means his focus will be on the neighborhood as a whole regardless of race and socio-economics. However, it will require significant intentionality to keep from gravitating towards people only like themselves.
What's the biggest thing a church planter can do to not alienate the people who were born and raised in the neighborhood?
While intentions for church planting in gentrifying neighborhoods maybe be good and helpful, there are some key habits, postures, and actions steps that a planter can take in these settings to ensure health and success for the neighborhood. Maybe a foundational question that a church planter should ask is, "what is God's vision for this neighborhood?" Usually church planters are keen on their vision for the church, but God's desire to redeem both urban people and urban places is larger than one church. How does your church fit into the needs, dreams, storyline, and vision for the neighborhood?
Along with that foundational question here are some other steps to ensure your new church is a blessing to the community as you link arms alongside the existing populace for a healthy and wholesome neighborhood.
1. Research the storyline of the neighborhood.
2. Get to know church leaders in the black community.
3. Fully integrate into the community. Don't just hang out with the white folks.
4. Pray through Jeremiah 29:4-7 daily asking God to show you how you can bring peace, blessing, shalom, and prosperity to the neighborhood.
5. Fight for continued affordable housing (join advocacy groups).
6. Buy and support local as much as possible.
7. Think deeply and pray fervently about the DNA of your church. Will you be purposely multi-ethnic? Homogeneous? What would that mean? If you end up gathering mostly whites, figure out how to be integrated into the larger faith community.
8. Determine what amenities or services are needed. Figure out how to make it a reality.
Which scripture speaks particularly well to the phenomenon of gentrification and how Christians are to respond to it?
Many default (and rightly so) to citing Jeremiah 29:4-7 and the idea of dwelling in our cities for the long term and seeking it's peace or welfare. Plus the idea of planting gardens in the city (and having chickens or goats) is a very Portlandy thing to do. But I am going to break from the norm and note Jonah. Obviously Jonah was blatantly xenophobic and despised his call to preach repentance to Nineveh. He'd much rather have the city burn than be spared by God's grace and mercy. He is a good (or bad) example of allowing prejudices, racism, hatred, and nationalism cloud the work and ministry God had for him.
I believe many church planters deep down struggle with some of these same issues, although not to the degree that Jonah did. Maybe black church planters resent incoming white gentrifiers or white church planters resent the longstanding black community. We need to continually preach the gospel to ourselves — to remind ourselves that Jesus sacrificially gave himself for us even though it wasn't comfortable, but he did so because he desperately loved us. We need to take a note from Jesus and not Jonah and remind ourselves that it is not about us, our comfort, or what part of the city elevates our coolness. Instead, we should be willing to go wherever we need to go to preach repentance and embody the gospel.
How do you wrestle with the critique that church planters often wait to come to inner-city neighborhoods once they're already gentrifying — or "safe enough"?
This is something that I have spent a significant amount of time thinking and writing about in terms of site selection for church planters and their motives. To me this conversation is paramount in church planting, yet it is a topic that is brutally uncomfortable. The focus of my dissertation was on analyzing this trend and surveying church planters about why they chose to plant where they did. If we removed the obvious answer ("God's will") the survey results and research revealed that church planters started churches in places they liked and among people who were like themselves.
This explains why up until church planting in the city became cool most (white) church planters opted for the suburbs. Through urban renewal, gentrification, changing value systems of Americans in that it is desirable to live in cities and enjoy an urban lifestyle, more people are moving into city centers, which means a simultaneous shift in the where of church planting. For the most part, white church planters plant churches where it is cool and desirable — which means, whether planting in the suburbs or inner cities, we continue to leapfrog the unsexy, undesirable, and uncool parts of the city.
Can you think of a model situation of church planting in a gentrifying neighborhood?
In Portland I applaud the efforts of Cole Brown (he wrote a chapter in my book which can be found here) who planted Emmaus Church a few years ago smack dab in the middle of a gentrifying neighborhood. It continues to be a racially mixed church that has people who represent the changing nature of inner-Northeast Portland — from longstanding blacks who grew up in the neighborhood to incoming white hipsters. Not only are they ethnically bridging the gap, but the church is bridging a cultural gap as well. The leadership team is purposely ethnically diverse, and through the gospel, they are speaking to these issues and are involved in serving their neighborhood.
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