Suffused with warmth of love and passion, the novel 'Finding Love In Fifth Cross' showcase myriad variations of love, life and dreams. The story describes the journey of tough times linked to chain of complex situations. The story is of two boys Rajan and the narrator himself. The narrator clearly explains Rajan's and his own love story which started when they were in a room in 5th cross of Navanagar. He even explains about some other events which he experienced in that period. 'Finding Love In Fifth Cross' is imaginary and even includes some real life incidents of the author.

What if the majority Christian view concerning the gospel is not only wrong, but responsible for the rejection of Christian faith by so many today? If your idea of the gospel is that God’s fundamental disposition toward you is angry judgment, but Jesus came to die on the cross to change God’s mind about you, then Andrew Callander wants you to know the truth. God’s fundamental disposition toward you, and all humanity, is eternal lovingkindness, and the reason Jesus came was to change our minds about God. In company with biblical scholars like David Bentley Hart, contemplative activists like Richard Rohr, and progressive thinkers like Brian McLaren, Callander laments how centuries of Christian energy have been wasted determining and policing religious boundary lines. He wants the reader to be assured that in Jesus Christ, God has destroyed all barriers that stand in the way of our relationship with God. Callander’s key theme is that humanity is already enfolded within God’s eternal love and that our great task is not to find God’s love, but awaken to the reality that the God of love has already found us—and then apply this to our relationships with others and with creation.

Winner of the Newbery Medal • New York Times Bestseller • An ALA Notable Book • An ALA Best Book for Young Adults • School Library Journal Best Book • Booklist Editors’ Choice • Kirkus Reviews Editors’ Choice • Horn Book Fanfare Book • New York Public Library Book for the Teen Age In this acclaimed, award-winning, and timeless national bestseller, Newbery Medalist Lynne Rae Perkins explores the crisscrossing lives of four teenagers on the verge of adulthood. The unique format incorporates short vignettes, haiku, Q&As, and illustrations by the author. Written with love and humor, Criss Cross is an unforgettable story of friendship, family, and growing up. “It’s hard to write a book this good. Lynne Rae Perkins makes it seem easy.”—Kevin Henkes, New York Times–bestselling author of the Newbery Honor Books Olive’s Ocean and The Year of Billy Miller “Brilliantly captures the adolescent-level Zen that thoughtful kids bring to their assessment of the world.”—Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books (starred review) “Best of all are the understated moments, often private and piercing in their authenticity, that capture intelligent, likable teens searching for signs of who they are, and who they’ll become.”—ALA Booklist (starred review) “Written with humor and modest bits of philosophy, the writing sparkles with inventive, often dazzling metaphors.”—Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “Like a lazy summer day, the novel induces that exhilarating feeling that one has all the time in the world.”—The Horn Book (starred review) “A gentle story about a group of childhood friends facing the crossroads of life and how they wish to live it. Young teens will certainly relate.”—School Library Journal (starred review)

'The Lion Handbook remains arguably the best single volume introduction to the Bible.' Andy Bannister The Lion Handbook to the Bible was first published in 1973 and has been continuously in print ever since, selling over 3 million copies worldwide. This fascinating guide to the book that has intrigued and inspired millions of people for thousands of years comprises an authoritative yet accessible commentary on the Bible, book by book and chapter by chapter, alongside over 100 articles by leading scholars around the world on areas of special interest. Beautifully illustrated throughout with more than 700 photographs, maps and illustrations, the Handbook is a pleasure to browse and read, and a mine of information and insight about this crucially important book. This new fifth edition has a total refresh of over 700 photographs, maps, and illustrations.

Choosing whom to marry involves more than emotion, as racial politics, cultural mores, and local demographics all shape romantic choices. In Marriage Vows and Racial Choices, sociologist Jessica Vasquez-Tokos explores the decisions of Latinos who marry either within or outside of their racial and ethnic groups. Drawing from in-depth interviews with nearly 50 couples, she examines their marital choices and how these unions influence their identities as Americans. Vasquez-Tokos finds that their experiences in childhood, adolescence, and young adulthood shape their perceptions of race, which in turn influence their romantic expectations. Most Latinos marry other Latinos, but those who intermarry tend to marry whites. She finds that some Latina women who had domineering fathers assumed that most Latino men shared this trait and gravitated toward white men who differed from their fathers. Other Latina respondents who married white men fused ideas of race and class and perceived whites as higher status and considered themselves to be “marrying up.” Latinos who married non-Latino minorities—African Americans, Asian Americans, and Native Americans—often sought out non-white partners because they shared similar experiences of racial marginalization. Latinos who married Latinos of a different national origin expressed a desire for shared cultural commonalities with their partners, but—like those who married whites—often associated their own national-origin groups with oppressive gender roles. Vasquez-Tokos also investigates how racial and cultural identities are maintained or altered for the respondents’ children. Within Latino-white marriages, biculturalism—in contrast with Latinos adopting a white “American” identity—is likely to emerge. For instance, white women who married Latino men often embraced aspects of Latino culture and passed it along to their children. Yet, for these children, upholding Latino cultural ties depended on their proximity to other Latinos, particularly extended family members. Both location and family relationships shape how parents and children from interracial families understand themselves culturally. As interracial marriages become more common, Marriage Vows and Racial Choices shows how race, gender, and class influence our marital choices and personal lives.

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Our world is growing more and more interconnected, and people's lives are becoming more and more global. Families, too, reflect this global interconnectedness, uniting individuals from various corners of the world, cultures, and backgrounds. Our booklet, One World - One Love: Inspiration for International Families, is a heartfelt endeavor to provide insight, wisdom, and a sense of community to families navigating the beautifully complex journey of being international. Part 1: Interesting Insights: 3 theoretical articles In the first section of our booklet, we explore some theoretical underpinnings that offer perspectives on issues often encountered by international families. Through three articles, we shed light on topics that are often present in families lives yet might remain unexplored due to their implicit nature. We explore the concept of the Third Culture, the challenge of intercultural communication, and the evolving demographics of Europe in the context of internationalization. These articles aim to bridge the gap between lived experiences and academic insights, enriching your understanding and offering food for reflection. Part 2: Voices of Experience: 14 Interviews The heart of our booklet lies in the second section, where you can read the real stories of 14 international families. Through interviews, these families generously share their personal journeys, revealing intricacies, joys, and challenges of life as an international family. Their diverse experiences and perspectives offer many insights. As you read their narratives, you might find echoes of your own experiences, a sense of camaraderie and mutual understanding. Part 3: Navigating Your Path: 5 self-reflective questions Our final section offers a brief toolkit for your own self-discovery and growth. Inspired by coaching principles, we present five thought-provoking questions that encourage introspection. Designed to help you consciously shape your familys journey, these questions touch upon raising multicultural children, reflecting on gender roles, evolving worldviews, influencing your community, and sharing wisdom with fellow international families. This section invites you to engage in reflection and meaningful conversations. We as a project team hope that One World - One Love: Inspiration for International Families becomes a cherished companion on your journey, offering insights, solace, and inspiration as you navigate your life of family, culture, and connection.