Book description
What if everything you need is already there? Many Christian churches and related institutions in the United States are struggling or, in some cases, facing imminent crisis, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Attendance is down. Funding is harder to come by. People are no longer drawn to traditional church services and programming in the ways that they once were. Often, we feel broke and powerless to do much about it. We settle for doing more with less: Less money. Fewer people. Fewer churches. But if we reexamine our perceived limits and our assumptions about how resources are supposed to be used, then something remarkable and beautiful comes into view: we aren't broke at all but have enormous resources at our disposal. Church and missional organizations nationwide own billions of dollars of prime property and investment assets, which, when combined with social enterprise and new expressions of mission, can be put to work for innovation and transformation. And these resources are often available to us right now. This book is an invitation to envision a different way of putting God's gifts to work in the world. It draws upon a remarkable story of rebirth at a Presbyterian affiliated campus ministry center at the University of Wisconsin, along with profiles of other creative social enterprises, to describe how church property and investment assets can be put to work for innovation, transformation, and financial sustainability. Theologically rooted but practically minded, it provides guidance and tools for church and nonprofit leaders, entrepreneurs, and investors of all kinds who are seeking new ways to fund and participate in God's work in the world.
Sidewalk Enforcer
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Sly Bible
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GiddeeUP
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The Shield Toronto
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Venom Charms
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Manly Reno
This app is a game-changer for busy individuals who miss reading. The variety of supported formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from different sources hassle-free.
MysticMingle
WiFi downloads save a lot of time. Great feature! The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices. The narrator's voice was so pleasant and easy to listen to. They had perfect pacing and made even the slower parts engaging. I found myself looking forward to my commute just to listen more!
Solo Kill
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Shamrock
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Moon Laser
I'm discovering books I wouldn't have considered before, and my reading horizons are expanding. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has transformed the audio quality. It's crystal clear now. Adjustable playback speed and volume controls are fantastic features.
180
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has elevated my listening experience. Audiobooks have become a staple in my routine, all thanks to this app's seamless integration and user-friendly design. It's a must-have for any book lover. 📖📱 Finally, an audiobook player that supports all formats! No more converting files.
ThoughtTracer
The app’s design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
Shy Warrior
With ListenBook, I've found a reliable and enjoyable way to listen to audiobooks and expand my knowledge. ListenBook has turned my downtime into an opportunity for exploration and growth. Audiobook immersion without fuss – this app's ease of use is commendable. This was a workmanlike audiobook that did the job without flair. The narration was clear and the pacing appropriate, though the delivery lacked some emotional depth. The production quality was acceptable with no major technical issues. The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
RealmRanger
Thanks to this app, listening to audiobooks has become a delightful habit. Audiobooks have turned my quiet moments into imaginative journeys – thank you, app! 💃 Grooving to the rhythm of stories while tackling household chores – a dance of productivity! 🎶📖 Perfect for listening to educational materials. Highly efficient and useful. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
Doz Killer
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Energy
This app has turned long waits into exciting opportunities to dive into a new story. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a creative feature. It allows for a unique and personalized experience.
Frosty Sunshine
With ListenBook, I've unlocked a world of educational and entertaining content right at my fingertips. This app has brought back the joy of reading, even when I'm on the move. With this app, I've rediscovered the joy of reading through my ears, making every moment more valuable. ListenBook has become my workout companion. It keeps me engaged and entertained during exercise. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
Gentle Avenger
Effortless audiobook management – this app's usability is a triumph. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience