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Hosting the Stranger $90 Hosting the Stranger features ten powerful meditations on the theme of interreligious hospitality by eminent scholars and practitioners from the five different wisdom traditions: Jewish, Christian, Hindu, Buddhist and Islamic. By gathering thinkers from different religious traditions around the same timely topic of what it means to “host the stranger,” this text enacts the hospitality it investigates, facilitating a hopeful and constructive dialogue between the world’s major religions. The first part of the volume offers five different hermeneutic readings that each wrestle with what interreligious hospitality means and what it demands. The second part is divided equally between the five different religious perspectives on hosting the stranger, with two thinkers representing each religion. Together these essays remind us of the urgent need for interreligious hospitality, and more importantly, they testify to its ongoing possibility. |
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Hosting the Monster $75.6 Hosting the Monster responds to the call of the monstrous with, not rejection, but invitation. Positing the monster as that which defies classification, the essays in this collection are an ongoing engagement with that which lies outside of established boundaries. With chapters ranging from the monstrous mother or the deformed child to subjectivity in transition, this volume is not only of interest to film and gender scholars and literary and cultural theorists but also students of popular culture or horror. Its wide appeal stems from its invitation both to entertain the monster and to widen the call to and the listening for the monsters that have not yet, and perhaps must not yet, come calling back. This sense of hospitality and non-hostility is one guiding principle of this collection, suggesting that the ability to survey and research the otherwise may reveal more about the subjectivity of the self through the wisdom of the other, however monstrous the manifestation. |
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Copious Hosting $29.95 “It is estimated that there are 43 million Americans with one or more physical or mental disabilities. Over the past several decades, the disability movement has grown in strength and sophistication, attaining maturity with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. This landmark civil rights legislation ushered in a new era for people with disabilities.>This book aims to acquaint church and synagogue leaders with the history and philosophy of the disability movement and to provide resources from scripture and theology for thinking and preaching about disability in a new way.” |
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I’m Hosting as Fast as I Can! $10.99 He’s one of the most ubiquitous men on television. Certainly the most calm, cool, and collected—the king of “off the cuff.” And no one throws to a commercial better. Yes, Tom Bergeron is a Hollywood staple, and the role for which he is best known is . . . well . . . himself. But while he’s a comforting presence to millions of people, cultivating this seemingly unshakeable positive outlook and cool persona took as much motivation, inspiration, perseverance, and experience as it would take one to prepare a classic part for the stage. I’m Hosting as Fast as I Can! is the trying, often laugh-out-loud journey it took to get to himself . Tom got into the world of entertainment by way of local radio at age seventeen, hosting what his first boss told him was and should be a “no-personality station.” He said, “Tommy, just play the records and read the commercials.” But the sit-down-and-shut-up attitude belied Tom’s natural inclination to inject personality and a little pluck into his broadcasts. So, Tom sought other performance opportunities on radio, in improvisational theater, and even as a mime (yes, a mime ), which would help him hone the expressiveness that seems to come so naturally to his presentation. His determination would result in a high-profile hosting gig on the iconic game show Hollywood Squares and guest-hosting appearances on ABC’s Good Morning America and CBS’s Early Show . But as is sometimes the case with enthusiastic dynamos like Tom, he had an explosive temper that he admits had the potential to derail his dreams of being not only a successful broadcaster but also a successful husband, father, and friend. How to cope? “I meditated my temper into submission,” says Tom with his trademark sense of humor. In I’m Hosting as Fast as I Can! , Tom elaborates on the process by which he is able to sit calmly and patiently, without being distracted, at any time, no matter how hectic, as well as respond quickly (and hilariously) when Marie Osmond faints at his feet on live TV. Haven’t seen it? Check it out on YouTube. The man is always in control. |
The Holidays Are Nearly Here; Time To Organise A Holiday Party!
Parties can be magical, they are a fantastic opportunity to get together with family and friends, maybe people you haven't seen in a while and enjoy nice food and music together. Parties can also stress you out! To help you decrease those stress levels, I have put together some tips which will hopefully make things run smoother.
Organizing and How To Invite Guests
When writing your invite, make sure you include all the vital information, people won't turn up if you forget to put the address down or the date and time of your event.
If you are going to put on things to do such as a karaoke or games, think about what your family and friends will enjoy otherwise the activity will fall flat. If there are likely to be guests there that do not know each other, think about name tags; you can even design a themed name tag that guests may like to keep.
Those important decorations and thoughts on music
For a Christmas Time event, decorations are very important. A tree decked out with ornaments is vital, add in mistletoe for those Xmas kisses. Pretty candles placed around the house, create a welcoming atmosphere; but make sure they are out of reach and can't be knocked over. When sorting music, try to make sure it appeals to all guests, add in some festive, popular songs to encourage individuals to sing along.
Buying in Food and Drink
In general, prepare more food than is necessary for your visitors. You may have to throw food away, which is wasteful, but if the food runs out you and your friends are not going to be pleased. Don't forget to bring or make vegetarian or vegan dishes!
If you're not sure of what drinks to stock up on, the following should cover most drinking needs at your party: tea and coffee, hot chocolate, both types of wine, spirits as well as fruit juices and soft drinks.
Do's and Don'ts when hosting a party
As you are the organizer its is your obligation to be available to all friends, not just a select few. Have a few words with everyone that is at the party, ask if they want anything, encourage shy guests to mingle and make sure every person is enjoying themselves.
Don't leave dirty bowls and glasses lying around, as the party goes on, pick up trash and take empty plates away. By keeping on top of things you will find that there is less to do at the end of the party, or even in the morning and it makes your home more pleasant for late friends and everyone else.
Decide on a smoking area for those that smoke and make sure they are aware of it; maybe place a few comfy chairs on the patio with an outdoor heater if it is cold.
Think about giving a token gift?
If there is a gift exchange, make sure to set a realistic price amount for the gifts in advance. An fun way to spice up a gift exchange is to arrange a Secret Santa, with the names either picked in advance or drawn at the party.
Handbook created by realtor in Toronto Heather Hadden.