City Management

Liquid Church tells the fascinating story of a New Jersey church that began "on accident" and grew into one of America's 100 fastest-growing churches, with over 5,000 in weekly attendance and more than 2,400 baptisms to date. Their secret? They harnessed the power of six powerful ministry currents sweeping across North America including: special needs, creative communication, ministry mergers, compassionate cause, radical generosity, and leadership development.

Dive deep into the world of urban farming with "Cultivating the City", an informative and inspiring journey through sustainable agriculture in metropolitan spaces. This comprehensive guide takes you from the introductory stages, exploring the vast opportunities of urban farming to the advanced techniques of managing a fully operational urban farm. Uncover the benefits of integrating sustainable agricultural practices within urban fiends and learn how to transform your concrete spaces into green, organic patches of productivity. The initial chapters provide an understanding of urban farming,...

Step into the world of green innovation and sustainable living with "Urban Permaculture Blueprint," the definitive guide that will transform your urban space into a thriving ecosystem. Whether you have a small balcony or a concrete backyard, this eBook unveils the secrets of creating a permaculture paradise in the heart of the city. Discover a treasure trove of knowledge as you delve into the essence of urban permaculture, beginning with the foundational principles that can benefit even the most challenged urban settings. Navigate through the complexities of soil health, learning the art of...

Step into the world of City Greens, your exclusive gateway to transforming the concrete jungle into a flourishing oasis. Hidden is a treasure trove of knowledge that unveils the secrets of bringing luscious greenery to the smallest and most unlikely of urban spaces through the magic of hydroponics. Embark on an insightful journey through the introduction to hydroponics tailored for city dwellers. Discover how space constraints are mere trifles before the ingenious methods outlined here—methods that promise a verdant sanctuary in the heart of urbanity. Grasp the essence of soil-less ...

Resisting Garbage presents a new approach to understanding practices of waste removal and recycling in American cities, one that is grounded in the close observation of case studies while being broadly applicable to many American cities today.

The Little Book of Sleep is a practical guide to achieving deep, natural, clean sleep. Sleep expert Dr Nerina Ramlakhan explains why a good night's sleep is essential in today's demanding, 24/7, technology-driven world, introduces us to the science of sleep and teaches us that the secret of good sleep is to get out of our head and back into our body. Using a unique combination of Eastern and Western practices, Dr Nerina guides the listener on their personal journey back to sleep.

Jesus told us to love our neighbor as we love ourselves. We love the idea of it, but many of us are so busy it can be hard to live out. The past few years our culture has become more polarized with division and disrespect. As tragedies and social issues fill the headlines, the church seems to be nearly absent in the conversation. Love Our City presents our problem, how we can overcome it, and solid ways to fulfill our God-given mission.

When his wife died aboard The Defender in the Matrovean attack, all Michael wanted to do was join her in death. He sought oblivion, but the Guild needed his skills as a cartographer as they sent teams inland to survey the planet outside of the town limits of Haven. Pulled back from the edge of oblivion for one last job, Mateo promises Michael that there are plenty of things on the alien world that could kill him if he looks hard enough. Hoping for a quick death, Michael agrees, but soon finds out there is more to the survey than he expected. Will Michael find the death he craves and doom ...

Adam Torres is here to help you move forward. In this latest edition of Mission Matters (Best of Edition Volume 1), Torres features 17 top professionals who share their lessons on leadership. This book is also available as an audiobook, in which each author reads their chapter.

A 21st century warrior returns to a Bronze Age city to lead female warriors in a fight of liberation from an invading barbarian force. Can his 21st century skills help him? Will he successfully navigate the treacherous labyrinths of love and his human heart? Charles Shelby, called Icarus by the people he rescues, faces not just brutal opponents, but he also faces the tremendous pull of sexy and dangerous companions.