Alice Mann Livres

The natural life cycle of congregations is explored, highlighting how internal and external factors can lead to decline. Alice Mann provides insights into recognizing signs of trouble and offers hope through practical strategies for revitalization. She addresses leadership challenges for both laity and clergy, and emphasizes collaboration with denominations. The book includes engaging discussion questions to facilitate congregational planning and foster meaningful change.

Planning can be challenging in the contemporary congregation, where people share a common faith and values but may have very different preferences and needs. Much of the literature on congregational planning presents it as a technical the leader serves as the chief problem solver, and the goal is finding “the solution to the problem.”Popular Alban consultants and authors Gil Rendle and Alice Mann cast planning as a “holy conversation,” a congregational discernment process about three critical Rendle and Mann equip congregational leaders with a broad and creative range of ideas, pathways, processes, and tools for planning. By choosing the resources that best suit their needs and context, congregations will shape their own strengthening, transforming, holy conversation. They will find a path that is faithful to their identity and their relationship with God.Resource materials are available to purchasers of the book. E-mail resourcematerial@rowman.com for more information.

Focusing on the challenges faced during the transition from pastoral to program size congregations, this resource offers practical guidance for learning teams within faith communities. It provides insights and strategies to navigate this critical phase, ensuring effective growth and adaptation. By addressing specific difficulties, it aims to equip teams with the tools necessary for fostering a thriving congregational environment.

Drawing on extensive experience, Mann addresses the challenges congregations face during periods of growth or decline. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing the need for cultural and structural changes to adapt successfully. The book outlines essential attitude and practice adjustments that support congregations in navigating these transitions effectively, providing insights for leaders looking to foster resilience and adaptability in their communities.

Focusing on the leadership mindset necessary for navigating global challenges, this guide provides practical insights for business leaders. It showcases real-life examples from companies like Nike and Opower, illustrating how to identify and implement strategies that create lasting value and integrated performance. The book emphasizes the importance of adapting to future demands to drive success in an ever-changing business landscape.

Focusing on the vibrant subculture of all-female drum majorettes, the project by South African photographer Alice Mann captures the essence of this unique sport. Through striking imagery, it showcases the aspirations, dedication, and camaraderie of the 'Drummies', highlighting their cultural significance and the joy they bring to their communities.

Die Geschichte der reichen Kunst und Kultur Thailands geht bis in die ersten Jahrhunderte unserer Zeitrechnung zurück. Durch die Indisierung Südostasiens kamen kulturprägende Elemente wie der Buddhismus in die Ebene des Chao-Phraya-Flusses und auf die Malaiische Halbinsel, Orte der ersten Hochkulturen, die die Kunst und Architektur Thailands bis heute prägen. Die Kapitel des vorliegenden Bandes sind eingeteilt in die jeweils vorherrschende Kultur auf thailändischem Boden, angefangen mit dem Dvaravati-Reich ab dem 6. Jahrhundert, über die Seefahrermacht der Srivijaya und das Imperium der Khmer, bis zur Gründung der ersten Thai-Königreiche in Sukhothai und Lan Na. Den Höhepunkt der Kunst und Architektur erfährt Thailand schließlich in der ehemaligen Hauptstadt Ayutthaya und der heutigen Metropole Bangkok, wo alle künstlerischen Traditionen, aber auch fremde Einflüsse in den Tempeln, Palästen, Skulpturen und Malereien vereint werden.