Habitat For Humanity

Author : Jonathan Reckford
Publisher : St. Martin's Essentials
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2019-10-08
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9781250239259

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Our Better Angels by Jonathan Reckford Pdf

Inspiring and insightful, Our Better Angels: Seven Simple Virtues That Will Change Your Life and the World celebrates the shared principles that unite and enable us to overcome life’s challenges together. “When the waters rise, so do our better angels.”—President Jimmy Carter Jonathan Reckford, the CEO of Habitat for Humanity, has seen time and again the powerful benefits that arise when people from all walks of life work together to help one another. In this uplifting book, he shares true stories of people involved with Habitat as volunteers and future homeowners who embody seven timeless virtues—kindness, community, empowerment, joy, respect, generosity, and service—and shows how we can all practice these to improve the quality of our own lives as well as those around us. A Vietnam veteran finds peace where he was once engaged in war. An impoverished single mother offers her family’s time and energy to enrich their neighbors’ lives. A Zambian family of nine living in a makeshift tent makes room to shelter even more. A teenager grieving for his mother honors her love and memory by ensuring other people have a place to call home. A former president of the United States leads by example with a determined work ethic that motivates everyone around him to be the best version of themselves. These stories, and many others, illustrate how virtues become values, how cooperation becomes connection, and how even the smallest act of compassion can encourage actions that transform the world around us. Here are tales that will make readers laugh and cry and embrace with passion the calling of our better angels to change the way we take care of ourselves, our families, our communities, and the world.

Author : Larry Haun,Vincent Laurence,Tim Snyder
Publisher : Taunton Press
Page : 294 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 1561585327

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Habitat for Humanity, how to Build a House by Larry Haun,Vincent Laurence,Tim Snyder Pdf

Master builder Larry Haun brings you this complete, step-by-step guide to building a house.

Author : David Hinson,Justin Miller
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 383 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2013-05-07
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781136339417

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Designed for Habitat by David Hinson,Justin Miller Pdf

If you're looking for ways to give back to your community, then this book, the first to profile thirteen projects designed and built by architects and Habitat for Humanity, will help. Detailed plans, sections, and photographs show you how these projects came about, the strategies used by each team to approach the design and construction process, and the obstacles they overcame to realize a successful outcome. The lessons and insights, presented here will aid you, whether you're an architect, architecture student, Habitat affiliate leader, or an affordable housing advocate. Located all across the United States, these projects represent the full spectrum of Habitat for Humanity affiliates, from large urban affiliates to small rural programs. These cases illustrate a broad range of innovative approaches to energy performance, alternative construction strategies, and responses to site context. And each house demonstrates that design quality need not fall victim to the rigorous imperatives of cost, delivery, and financing.

Author : Jonathan T. M. Reckford
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 0800638883

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Creating a Habitat for Humanity by Jonathan T. M. Reckford Pdf

* The remarkable story of Habitat for Humanity as told by its new leader

Author : Millard Fuller
Publisher : Thomas Nelson
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 1999-10-05
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781418558970

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More Than Houses by Millard Fuller Pdf

In these pages you will find inspiring, true stories of people who didn't have hope?until they had a home. Stories of children who gained identity and confidence for their future. Of families made stronger and healthier and prison inmates who are now giving back to their communities. Of entire communities bonding together around an ethic of hard work and mutual respect. Of denominational, political, and racial barriers falling with every swing of the hammer. Of a growing host of young people engaged in the quest to end poverty housing. And even some wonderful love stories. The end result is nothing less than the transformation of lives, communities, and families?one person, one home at a time. Which, of course, has always been the dream?to build more than houses. "Habitat for Humanity is building much more than houses. By building hope it is building relationships, strengthening communities, and nurturing families." ?Actor Paul Newman, Habitat supporter "Rosalynn and I believe in Habitat's integrity, effectiveness, and tremendous vision. With Habitat, we build more than houses. We build families, communities, and hope." ?Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter "I could have gone through my whole life bouncing back and forth on welfare. Habitat makes a difference, and allows people to be what God intended them to be instead of what their circumstances dictate." ?Missouri homeowner Terrie Robinson

Author : David Rowe
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781257906710

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My Habitat for Humanity by David Rowe Pdf

"David Rowe spent many years with Habitat International as President, volunteer, and staff. Here is an intimate look at one of the world's great charities, a front row seat for the good and bad, from bitterness to forgiveness, from America to the world, from homeownerss to Jimmy Carter and Millard Fuller. it is a celebration of humble beginnings, great expectations and God's grace"--Page4 of cover.

Author : Bettie B. Youngs
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 600 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2015-12-17
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1458768198

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The Story of Millard and Linda Fuller, Founders of Habitat for Humanity and the Fuller Center for Housing by Bettie B. Youngs Pdf

Everyone has heard of Habitat for Humanity, the faith - based housing initiative that has built homes for more than a million of the world's poor. Many are familiar with its founders, Millard and Linda Fuller. But few know the amazing love story behind the movement - a story that began accidentally and will conclude in a world forever changed by its impact. By age 29, Millard Fuller was a self - made millionaire. But that success came at a cost. He never took a family vacation, had kids he barely knew, and a lonely wife who was about to leave him. Ultimately, realizing that he was about to lose what really mattered, Fuller reconciled with his wife and rearranged his priorities. In 1965, the Fullers gave away their personal fortune and dedicated their lives to serving others, eventually founding Habitat for Humanity in 1976. In this capacity, the Fullers traveled the globe, receiving the praise of prime ministers and presidents, sharing meals with prisoners, and appealing for funds and volunteers. More important than any accolade or award were the homes they built and the hope they gave. The Fullers have done more for the cause of housing the poor than any other couple in history. Eventually, a struggle for the reins of the most beloved nonprofit of our times would result in the firing of Millard and Linda by Habitat International's board of directors. This certainly didn't mean the end to their vision - the Fullers would rebound, continuing to support local Habitat affiliates and beginning The Fuller Center for Housing, determined to pursue their dream of building for people everywhere simple, decent places to live.

Author : Jerome P. Baggett
Publisher : Temple University Press
Page : 318 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1566398037

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Habitat for Humanity by Jerome P. Baggett Pdf

Habitat for humanity is an American house-building ministry founded by evangelical Christians, it has constructed 85,000 homes using volunteers. Baggett tells the story of its development and argues that it is a particular social form of religion, a paradenominational organization.

Author : Bertrand G. Ramcharan
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2016-08-11
Category : Law
ISBN : 9789004303140

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United Nations Protection of Humanity and Its Habitat by Bertrand G. Ramcharan Pdf

This book is a study of the future of international law as well as the future of the United Nations. It is the first study ever bringing together the laws, policies and practices of the UN for the protection of the earth, the oceans, outer space, human rights, victims of armed conflicts and of humanitarian emergencies, the poor, the vulnerable and the disadvantaged world-wide. It reviews unprecedented dangers and challenges facing humanity such as climate change and weapons of mass destruction, and argues that the international law of the future must become an international law of security and of protection. It submits that the concept of international security in the UN Charter can no longer be restricted to situations of armed conflict but must be given its natural meaning: whatever threatens the security of humanity. It calls for the Security Council to perform its role as the guardian of the security of humankind and sees a leadership role for the UN Secretary-General in analysing and presenting challenges of international security and protection to the Security Council for its attention.

Author : Ronald Kidd
Publisher : Favorite Recipes Press (FRP)
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1887921028

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Raising the Roof by Ronald Kidd Pdf

Until he learns more of what they are doing, a young boy is upset that his special Saturdays with his parents change when they volunteer for Habitat for Humanity.

Author : Habitat for Humanity Canada
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 106 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Housing
ISBN : OCLC:70518958

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AFFSTART! by Habitat for Humanity Canada Pdf

Author : Millard Fuller
Publisher : Smyth & Helwys Publishing, Inc.
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1880837927

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The Theology of the Hammer by Millard Fuller Pdf

Millard Fuller had come face-to-face with the reality of the American dream: a millionaire workaholic with a marriage on the skids. The cure -- the Fullers sold their business, donated all the money to charity, and went in search of a new dream. Today Fuller and his wife are sharing that dream: Habitat for Humanity.

Author : David Rubel
Publisher : Candlewick Press
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0763647012

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If I Had a Hammer by David Rubel Pdf

Presents stories of homes that Habitat for Humanity has built with and for the people who need them.

Author : Millard Fuller,Diane Scott
Publisher : W Publishing Group
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 0849930502

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No More Shacks! by Millard Fuller,Diane Scott Pdf

Author : David Rubel
Publisher : Random House Books for Young Readers
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2011-09-27
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780375980671

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The Carpenter's Gift: Read & Listen Edition by David Rubel Pdf

Family, friendship, and the spirit of giving are at the heart of this inspiring picture book—now available with Read & Listen audio narration. Opening in Depression-era New York, The Carpenter's Gift tells the story of eight-year-old Henry and his out-of-work father selling Christmas trees in Manhattan. They give one of their leftover trees to construction workers building Rockefeller Center. That tree becomes the first Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, the finest Henry has seen when adorned with homemade decorations. Henry wishes on the tree for a nice, warm house to replace his family's drafty, one-room shack. Through the kindness of new friends and old neighbors, Henry's wish is granted, and he plants a pinecone to commemorate the event. As an old man, Henry repays the gift by donating to Rockefeller Center the enormous tree that has grown from that pinecone. After bringing joy to thousands as a beautiful Christmas tree, its wood will be used to build a home for a family in need. This ebook includes Read & Listen audio narration.