Sentences with phrase «courageous actions of»

The brave and courageous actions of the Dyett 12 stand as a shinning example of the dedication and passion that drives social change and the struggle for justice.

The heroic and courageous actions of Anthony Sadler, Alek Skarlatos and Spencer Stone help to save the lives of more than 500 passengers on board.

Today on my Houston ISD school food blog, The Spork Report, I describe two potentially encouraging developments which could presage the end of junk food in our cafeterias: the recent, courageous action of two of our school board trustees in objecting to the sale of these foods, as well as a fantastic Houston Chronicle editorial today in which the paper urges HISD to clean up its act.

Not exact matches

Populorum Progressio, the pope notes, «repeatedly underlines the urgent need for reform, and in the face of great problems of injustice in the development of peoples, it calls for courageous action to be taken without delay.»

His office has receivedrequests for copies of the document from dioceses in the United States, Canada, Australia, France (interesting), and Malta following a public endorsement by Archbishop Mauro Piacenza, Secretary for the Congregation for Clergy, who sent Bishop O'Donoghue the Congregation's congratulations on his «courageous examination of the state of evangelisation and catechesis in the diocese of Lancaster's schools and colleges» and for developing a positive programme for action in harmony with the «operative Magisterial documents».

I applaud you for your courageous actions and willing to follow your heart and play the kind of music God wanted you to play.

Along the same lines, Sapontzis argues that animals» intentional and sincere, kind and courageous actions are moral actions, for they accord with accepted moral norms, and we do not require demonstrations of moral principle in everyday human moral practice (AAMB 51 - 2).

He needed his self - sacrificial love of his virgin wife, he needed his tender care for the infant Jesus, and, most of all, he needed his decisiveness and holy fear of God for prompt and courageous action.

If not for the actions of resourceful and courageous non-believing people, we'd still be in those dark ages.

As one of the outstanding «signs of the times,» pluralism invites a courageous and generous ecumenical spirit and action.

And then the center of the action shifted to Czechoslovakia, where more than 200 courageous writers and priests and physicists had signed a 1977 charter of human rights that landed many of them in jail or got them booted out of their jobs.

It will require a spirit of adventure and an element of risk: it will demand bold planning and courageous action.

For all his talk of «not wanting to live in a country where aspirations are trashed» and where only «rich parents» can get you on the property ladder, his actions make it crystal clear that David Cameron is not the courageous and selfless politician to step up and solve the housing crisis.

With sixty action - packed stories of courageous soldiers, sailors and airmen from a range of global conflicts including the Indian Mutiny of 1857 — 58, the Second Anglo - Boer War of 1899 — 1902 and the First and Second World Wars, this book is a powerful testament to the strength of the human spirit and a worthy tribute to the servicemen who earned the Victoria Cross.

Afenifere, which spoke through its Publicity Secretary, Mr. Yinka Odumakin, on Tuesday, described Fayose's action as courageous and worthy of emulation.

About Blog The Octonauts are a dynamic eight - member team of quirky and courageous adventure heroes who dive into action whenever there is trouble under the sea.

This made - for - TV crime drama follows the actions of the courageous, determined prosecutor who attempted to put notorious Mafioso John Gotti behind bars.

Although all three movies come from a place of wanting to honor courageous actions in the face of unspeakable tragedy, this one has an impact that goes beyond the previous two movies — it not only combines exceptional filmmaking on every level, but also packs an emotional punch I didn't see coming.

Opening February 7th, George Clooney's exciting action drama The Monuments Men features an impressive ensemble cast that brings to life the untold but true story of courageous people who risked everything to rescue the world's artistic masterpieces from Nazi thieves.

Now, it's a bang - up, threeway, no - holds - barred brawl as Godzilla, the alien monster and the courageous citizens of Japan fight an unprecedented battle for survival in this earth - shattering new sci - fi action adventure that will blow you away.

Last semester, Kerry Kennedy, president of the Robert F. Kennedy Center for Justice and Human Rights visited the Askwith Forum to talk about Speak Truth To Power, a global initiative that uses the experiences of courageous defenders from around the world to educate students and others about human rights, and urge them to take action.

Kennedy came to the forum to talk about Speak Truth to Power, a global initiative that uses the experiences of courageous defenders from around the world to educate people about human rights, and urge them to take action.

Castenzio was awarded the «Faith - in - Action» award at the annual HOPE Celebration in recognition of his courageous Christian leadership.

«We believe that to accelerate the positives and tackle the daunting challenges, we must have courageous conversations about the current state of affairs and take action with renewed urgency to transform climate and culture at scale in Kentucky's public schools — and in Kentucky's communities.»

Packed with fresh ideas and action strategies for teachers, leaders, and policy makers, this courageous book offers a compelling vision from the research and hands - on work of two internationally recognized educators, authors, and thought leaders.

It is this persistent, courageous quest for «better action» that is at the heart of our fierce commitment to educational equity and excellence.

Daigo of Fire Company M Genre: Action, Adventure Author: Masahito Soda Synopsis: Fire, smoke, adrenaline, and fear — when everyone is running to escape from a fire, a few courageous people are running to jump right into the thick of it.

In so doing, he has written one of the most morally courageous books of our time, one that will long linger in the conscience of all who encounter it, and one that — just perhaps — may move the world to constructive action.

Brimming with invaluable insights into both the geophysics and the geopolitics of climate change, famed climatologist Hansen's provoking manifesto is the most comprehensible, realistic, and courageous call to action yet.

In this view, persons are to receive goods in accord with their capacities for certain kinds of elevated intellectual reflection, artistic creativity, and noble and courageous actions.

About Blog The Octonauts are a dynamic eight - member team of quirky and courageous adventure heroes who dive into action whenever there is trouble under the sea.

Plus, donations support the Tennessee Animal Hall of Fame which honors outstanding pets who are nominated by veterinarians for courageous or heroic actions.

In this gritty and darkly humorous third - person action adventure, players join the courageous Brotherhood of Steel, w...

The controversial Keystone XL pipeline has inspired people to take all sorts of courageous and creative protest actions.

Perhaps these uncomfortable feelings can become part of what connects us, serving as fuel for courageous individual and collective action as citizens of a new kind of global community.

Now is the time for courageous actions and strategies, aimed at implementing a «culture of care» (ibid., 231) and «an integrated approach to combating poverty, restoring dignity to the excluded, and at the same time protecting nature» (ibid., 139).

Given the increasingly urgent need for courageous action to fight climate change and the environmental and human injustices that it causes (climate justice), we now require a new level of congregational engagement.

... those who, through their actions in the past 12 months have most advanced humanity through courageous acts of free expression.

Your family will be victorious financially because of the courageous action you took and the short - term sacrifice you made to purchase adequate mortgage protection insurance.

From the legendary creator Keiji Inafune and the makers of Metroid Prime comes «ReCore», an action - adventure masterfully crafted for a new generation.As one of the last remaining humans on a planet controlled by robotic foes bent on your destruction, you must forge friendships with a courageous group of robot companions, each with unique abilities and powers.

About Blog The Octonauts are a dynamic eight - member team of quirky and courageous adventure heroes who dive into action whenever there is trouble under the sea.

Interpersonal and effective communication, courageous yet have a strong bias for action and a drive for speed, enthusiastic attitude with ability to inspire and motivate others, analytical and strategical thinking in addition to high level of accountability.

In honor of Black History Month, Planned Parenthood Action Fund celebrates the courageous leadership in the black community that pushes our nation toward a...

Careful observation and regulation of those fears might reveal a new pathway to a courageous action (rather than the fear response of fight / flight).

It highlights central themes of positive memory, impact of storytelling, longevity and energy of family connections, facing life transitions, taking courageous actions, and especially, finding meaning in both life and death.