Author: Thomas Rogers
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
Sudden Death, Overtime
Author: Dennis Courneya
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780738819914
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 296
Book Description
Sudden Death, Overtime depicts the true account of a young farm boy, Dennis Courneya, who grew up in rural Minnesota. As one of six children in the family, he learned to value the bounty and beauty of Minnesota's "lake country". He also was inspired by the respect for family and the values of rural life. The reader becomes a vicarious participant in the hometown celebrations as well as a student in a country school. The mini-stories within the early chapters demonstrate how values of self-determination, responsibility, and respect are established..."Did we feel deprived? Being poor is just a state of mind. We had a home, land, food, family, values, and abundant love. We were the richest people in the world." Following his graduation from high school, he enlisted in the Vietnam War. As a soldier experiencing firsthand the tragedies of war, his appreciation of life and honor became greatly enhanced. The reader is introduced to the emotions of a typical Vietnam War veteran: "Was the war wrong? Who am I to say? Perhaps we should ask the families of the 55,000 who came home to their loved ones in a pine box...Maybe we should ask the veterans what it felt like to be called 'losers' or 'failures' by the welcoming public. These are the tragic consequences of war." We learn that the veterans are the "true nobility" of war. Following the war, Dennis became even more determined to "make a difference." His journey takes him to a rural community in Minnesota - a community dominated by ultra conservatism and stringent religious doctrine. It was in the small town of Hancock that he attained a position as a teacher and coach. As a teacher, he does not just "teach from the book", but also from the "heart"... "I was an integral part of the most honorable profession - teaching. I wouldn't trade one moment for all the money or fame in the world. I gave my heart and soul to education...to the future. I have no regrets. I wonder how many others can say the same? I am, and always will be, a teacher." It is in his capacity as a coach of multiple sports that he leads his teams to nearly 40 championship titles. The reader will come to know Dennis Courneya as a motivator and a "believer in dreams"... "Giving 100% is not a choice." Dennis's love of athletics and his admiration for those who "went the extra mile" exemplify why his teams were so successful. We also come to know the burden of success..."I would always take a deep breath before walking into the gym and I would say to myself, 'It's time to please them all again'." We also become aware of the turmoil that lies ahead for Dennis Courneya, "Teacher and Coach of the Year." Beginning in 1997, Dennis Courneya becomes immersed in the legal battle of his life. The reader will be as bewildered as he when the accusations of sexual misconduct surface. How does one progress from esteemed teacher and coach to one that is accused of the "unthinkable"? As Dennis enters a realm that he has never entered before - the legal arena - he quickly discovers that the concept of Sudden Death, Overtime is all too real...the clock is ticking. As he strives to withstand the horrific accusations that mount greater every day, he is also faced with the destruction of his personal and professional life..."No one ever said life was fair..." The reader is cast into the role of the 13th Juror. We become witnesses to one of the most controversial trials in Minnesota....a trial in which we become acquainted with the accusers, the religious community, the school system, the investigators, the legal system. The reader will be aghast at the integrity and honor of the legal process. Are we, indeed, "Innocent until proven guilty?" Does moral
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780738819914
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 296
Book Description
Sudden Death, Overtime depicts the true account of a young farm boy, Dennis Courneya, who grew up in rural Minnesota. As one of six children in the family, he learned to value the bounty and beauty of Minnesota's "lake country". He also was inspired by the respect for family and the values of rural life. The reader becomes a vicarious participant in the hometown celebrations as well as a student in a country school. The mini-stories within the early chapters demonstrate how values of self-determination, responsibility, and respect are established..."Did we feel deprived? Being poor is just a state of mind. We had a home, land, food, family, values, and abundant love. We were the richest people in the world." Following his graduation from high school, he enlisted in the Vietnam War. As a soldier experiencing firsthand the tragedies of war, his appreciation of life and honor became greatly enhanced. The reader is introduced to the emotions of a typical Vietnam War veteran: "Was the war wrong? Who am I to say? Perhaps we should ask the families of the 55,000 who came home to their loved ones in a pine box...Maybe we should ask the veterans what it felt like to be called 'losers' or 'failures' by the welcoming public. These are the tragic consequences of war." We learn that the veterans are the "true nobility" of war. Following the war, Dennis became even more determined to "make a difference." His journey takes him to a rural community in Minnesota - a community dominated by ultra conservatism and stringent religious doctrine. It was in the small town of Hancock that he attained a position as a teacher and coach. As a teacher, he does not just "teach from the book", but also from the "heart"... "I was an integral part of the most honorable profession - teaching. I wouldn't trade one moment for all the money or fame in the world. I gave my heart and soul to education...to the future. I have no regrets. I wonder how many others can say the same? I am, and always will be, a teacher." It is in his capacity as a coach of multiple sports that he leads his teams to nearly 40 championship titles. The reader will come to know Dennis Courneya as a motivator and a "believer in dreams"... "Giving 100% is not a choice." Dennis's love of athletics and his admiration for those who "went the extra mile" exemplify why his teams were so successful. We also come to know the burden of success..."I would always take a deep breath before walking into the gym and I would say to myself, 'It's time to please them all again'." We also become aware of the turmoil that lies ahead for Dennis Courneya, "Teacher and Coach of the Year." Beginning in 1997, Dennis Courneya becomes immersed in the legal battle of his life. The reader will be as bewildered as he when the accusations of sexual misconduct surface. How does one progress from esteemed teacher and coach to one that is accused of the "unthinkable"? As Dennis enters a realm that he has never entered before - the legal arena - he quickly discovers that the concept of Sudden Death, Overtime is all too real...the clock is ticking. As he strives to withstand the horrific accusations that mount greater every day, he is also faced with the destruction of his personal and professional life..."No one ever said life was fair..." The reader is cast into the role of the 13th Juror. We become witnesses to one of the most controversial trials in Minnesota....a trial in which we become acquainted with the accusers, the religious community, the school system, the investigators, the legal system. The reader will be aghast at the integrity and honor of the legal process. Are we, indeed, "Innocent until proven guilty?" Does moral
Sudden Death
Author: Rita Mae Brown
Publisher: Bantam
ISBN: 0553269305
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 255
Book Description
Outrageous, irrepressible and endlessly entertaining, the bestselling author of Rubyfruit Jungle and Bingo spins a behind-the-scenes tale of women's professional tennis that dramtically intertwines the heart-stopping excitement of competition and the lingering heartache of intimate human bonds. Carmen Semanan loves three things passionalty: tennis, money and professor Harriet Rawls. Just twenty-four, Carmen is at her peak as one of the world's top-seeded tennis champions, determined to win the coveted Grand Slam. She is protected from everything but the grueling demands of her sport by an avericious agent and her devoted gusty Harriet. All the odds are in her favor. But there are weeds growing in her paradise patch. Carmen's vey latin brother, Miguel, parlays her succes into a financial house of cards with deals that include smuggling, forgery, and fraud. Susan Reilly, Carmen's archrival and former lover, leaks word of Carms's relationship with Harriet to the press--and tennis's best-kept secret is blown into a front-page scandal. From the French Open to Wimbledon, jealousies, ambitions and passions are set to explode. Now, with everything she cherishes on the line, Carmen must test the true depths of her feelings-both on and off the court.
Publisher: Bantam
ISBN: 0553269305
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 255
Book Description
Outrageous, irrepressible and endlessly entertaining, the bestselling author of Rubyfruit Jungle and Bingo spins a behind-the-scenes tale of women's professional tennis that dramtically intertwines the heart-stopping excitement of competition and the lingering heartache of intimate human bonds. Carmen Semanan loves three things passionalty: tennis, money and professor Harriet Rawls. Just twenty-four, Carmen is at her peak as one of the world's top-seeded tennis champions, determined to win the coveted Grand Slam. She is protected from everything but the grueling demands of her sport by an avericious agent and her devoted gusty Harriet. All the odds are in her favor. But there are weeds growing in her paradise patch. Carmen's vey latin brother, Miguel, parlays her succes into a financial house of cards with deals that include smuggling, forgery, and fraud. Susan Reilly, Carmen's archrival and former lover, leaks word of Carms's relationship with Harriet to the press--and tennis's best-kept secret is blown into a front-page scandal. From the French Open to Wimbledon, jealousies, ambitions and passions are set to explode. Now, with everything she cherishes on the line, Carmen must test the true depths of her feelings-both on and off the court.
Sudden G. [A religious tract.]
Author:
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
His Handiwork
Author: Lady Elizabeth Hope
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 180
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 180
Book Description
In Memoriam
Author:
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ISBN:
Category : Clergy
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Clergy
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
The Vision of Sudden Death
Author: Thomas de Quincey
Publisher: Independently Published
ISBN: 9781072522942
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 38
Book Description
Thomas Penson De Quincey was an English essayist, best known for his Confessions of an English Opium-Eater. Many scholars suggest that in publishing this work De Quincey inaugurated the tradition of addiction literature in the West.
Publisher: Independently Published
ISBN: 9781072522942
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 38
Book Description
Thomas Penson De Quincey was an English essayist, best known for his Confessions of an English Opium-Eater. Many scholars suggest that in publishing this work De Quincey inaugurated the tradition of addiction literature in the West.
In Memoriam. Apollos Russell Wetmore
Author: Apollos Russell Wetmore
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 138
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 138
Book Description
A Sudden Glory
Author: Sharon Jaynes
Publisher: Multnomah
ISBN: 1601424086
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
Do you long for something more in your relationship with God? The good news is that “something more” does not mean “doing more.” God is not waiting for you to get your spiritual life “right.” He wants to be with you right where you are. The real question is not “What does God want from you?” but “What does God want for you?” Sharon Jaynes understands what it’s like to have a “glory ache”—a longing to experience God’s presence on a daily basis. She also knows how easily working for God can get in the way of intimacy with God. And she’s discovered that we tend to make our faith journey much too hard. In A Sudden Glory, Sharon uses Scripture and story to help you erase the line between your “spiritual life” and your “daily life” as you enter the sanctuary of God’s presence even in the middle of your busy, messy day. Here you will find your eyes opened to moments of sudden glory in which the Creator assures you of His love as you live and move and have your being in Him. Here you will discover true freedom—the freedom of experiencing God in a deeper and more intimate way than ever before. Includes Bible study and discussion guide.
Publisher: Multnomah
ISBN: 1601424086
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
Do you long for something more in your relationship with God? The good news is that “something more” does not mean “doing more.” God is not waiting for you to get your spiritual life “right.” He wants to be with you right where you are. The real question is not “What does God want from you?” but “What does God want for you?” Sharon Jaynes understands what it’s like to have a “glory ache”—a longing to experience God’s presence on a daily basis. She also knows how easily working for God can get in the way of intimacy with God. And she’s discovered that we tend to make our faith journey much too hard. In A Sudden Glory, Sharon uses Scripture and story to help you erase the line between your “spiritual life” and your “daily life” as you enter the sanctuary of God’s presence even in the middle of your busy, messy day. Here you will find your eyes opened to moments of sudden glory in which the Creator assures you of His love as you live and move and have your being in Him. Here you will discover true freedom—the freedom of experiencing God in a deeper and more intimate way than ever before. Includes Bible study and discussion guide.
Awe
Author: Paul David Tripp
Publisher: Crossway
ISBN: 1433547104
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
Humans are hardwired for awe. Our hearts are always captured by something—that’s how God made us. But sin threatens to distract us from the glory of our Creator. All too often, we stand in awe of everything but God. Uncovering the lies we believe about all the earthly things that promise us peace, life, and contentment, Paul Tripp redirects our gaze to God’s awe-inducing glory—showing how such a vision has the potential to impact our every thought, word, and deed.
Publisher: Crossway
ISBN: 1433547104
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
Humans are hardwired for awe. Our hearts are always captured by something—that’s how God made us. But sin threatens to distract us from the glory of our Creator. All too often, we stand in awe of everything but God. Uncovering the lies we believe about all the earthly things that promise us peace, life, and contentment, Paul Tripp redirects our gaze to God’s awe-inducing glory—showing how such a vision has the potential to impact our every thought, word, and deed.
The Minutes of the ... Session of the Central Pennsylvania Annual Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 886
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 886
Book Description