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"Anglicans around the world have responded to the gospel in many different cultural contexts. This has produced different customs and different ways of thinking about church issues. In the process of enculturation Anglicans have found themselves encountering social and political realities as malign forces against which they have had to struggle. As a consequence, the personal and local dynamic in Anglicanism has created not just diversity of custom and mental habits, but it has done so at pointsthat have been vital to the way Anglicans have been committed to the gospel. Conflict and the Practice of Christian Faith looks at the process by which local traditions developed in Christianity and how these traditions have related to other sub-traditions of the universal church. It assesses some specifics of the Anglican experience and argues for a significant re-casting of some prominent elements of that tradition, at the same time clarifying some of the distinctive elements in the Anglican tradition. This leads to a more nuanced appreciation of the force of the social and political framework within which Anglicans have had to work out their salvation and of the different forms of secular society and different understandings of plurality and diversity. It also entails showing how the imperial route to catholicity took no firm root in Anglicanism. Going global has been a significant experiment in Anglican ecclesiology that is by no means over yet. The terms of that experiment lie atthe heart of the current Anglican debates. The book will be of interest to Christians generally who belong to faith traditions spread across different cultures. It is also a case study of the issues of global reach and local tradition."

Thanks for the memories—well, maybe not. It has been hard work getting over the break up of the fifteen-hundred-year Anglican marriage of church and state—the so-called English Christendom. It is still a work in progress because the marriage left behind so many unconscious assumptions about power, institutions, and community relations. The first group of essays in this book challenges some of the frozen elements in church institutions, in particular habits of orthodoxy, catholicity, and canonical Scripture. They are framed in the context of the struggles of the Anglican Communion. The second set of essays refer to the Anglican Church of Australia and some attempts at de-frosting its institutions. These are lectures and papers given across Australia mostly during the author’s time as General Secretary of the Anglican Church of Australia. The last essay is an account of a current struggle over the blessing of a same-sex couple legally married under recently changed civil law. It illustrates the role of the constitution of the church in this dispute. The loose federation of dioceses in the constitution has generally enabled dioceses to live separately. The danger in this has been the specter of a church made up of diocesan silos rather than of engaged fellowship. However, the federal structure does not need to work that way. Indeed, in the present conflict situation this very looseness could be used to provide space for more respectful engagement. How this crisis is handled will be an early clue as to whether the church is up to it.

Multi-media charts the development of multi-media video, installation and performance in a unique dialogue between theoretical analysis and specially commissioned documentations by some of the world’s foremost artists. Nick Kaye explores the interdisciplinary history and character of experimental practices shaped in exchanges between music, installation, theatre, performance art, conceptual art, sculpture and video. The book sets out key themes and concerns in multi-media practice, addressing time, space, the resurgence of ephemerality, liveness and ‘aura’. These chapters are interspersed with documentary artwork and essays by artists whose work continues to shape the field, including new articles from: Vito Acconci The Builders Association John Jesurun Pipilotti Rist Fiona Templeton. Multi-media also reintroduces a major documentary essay by Paolo Rosa of Studio Azzurro in a new, fully illustrated form. This book combines sophisticated scholarly analysis and fascinating original work to present a refreshing and creative investigation of current multi-media arts practice.

Herb McRay, a real estate developer, goes online to publish his wife's illustrated children's books - incognito. "I thought ahead, all the way to the last chapter. My fantasy did not culminate in a denouement when my brilliant, loving deed could be revealed to Suzanne; when we could laugh about it. An act of love of the purest kind: Suzanne must never know the act had been committed, let alone by whom."

A superstar singer and a jilted journalist-- imprisoned together at 30,000 feet It was supposed to be the best day of his life. Jeff Bruce, a small-time newspaper editor, had planned to take to his girlfriend to dinner and surprise her with an engagement ring during dessert. Instead, he finds her with another man, sending him on a dark, drunken drive into Florida's Everglades. There, at a remote airport, he happens to witness a young woman being forced onto a jumbo jet by apparent terrorists. She turns out to be Marcy Blue, world-renown pop star. Suddenly, Bruce is captured as well and taken along on a violent flight. He first must devise a way to save both Marcy and himself. Then he sets out to discover why Marcy has become the target of a shocking obsession - and a final revenge.

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In 'The Secret Son,' Sheila Kaye-Smith captures the essence of rural England with an enthralling tale of familial duty, social upheaval, and the pursuit of love. Reminiscent of the pastoral tradition, her novel embraces the tension between old aristocracy and new wealth, focusing on a country squire burdened by financial necessity to sell his estate. The book's literary style, rich with local color and characterized by a deep understanding of the countryside and its people, situates it within the context of early 20th century English literature, which was marked by a transition from Victorian sensibilities towards modern complexities. Kaye-Smith's acute observations about class struggles are eloquently woven into the narrative, making her work resonate with the works of Thomas Hardy and George Eliot. Sheila Kaye-Smith, deeply rooted in the Sussex countryside, was keenly aware of the changing social landscape of early 20th century England. Her background and experiences undoubtedly informed her writing, resulting in a perspective that offers authenticity and empathy towards the traditional way of rural life facing inevitable change. The author's intimate knowledge of the land and societal shifts provides a vivid backdrop for the story's unfolding drama, allowing her to explore with nuance the issues of heritage and progress. 'The Secret Son' is highly recommended for readers who appreciate a blend of romance, social commentary, and a touch of nostalgia for bygone eras. Kaye-Smith's novel is not merely a chronicle of its time but moreover an exploration of the timeless themes of love, loyalty, and the resilience of human spirit amidst adversity. It will resonate with those who enjoy thoughtful characterization and intricate plotting that revolves around the intersecting lives of well-drawn, complex characters. 'The Secret Son' is a poignant addition to the canon of classic English literature, offering insights as relevant today as when they were first penned.

When Karen Hoffmeister suddenly and mysteriously goes missing from her home, her strange disappearance sets in motion a tangled web of intrigue, duplicity, treachery and puzzlement. Riddle weaves a tantalizing thread through the lives of those involved with Karen, culminating in an astonishingly startling conclusion.