The Skilled Pastor : Counseling as the Practice of Theology

by Charles W. Taylor

Paper Book, 1991

Status

Available

Call number

IBMC Library - BV 4011 T25 - Shlvd w/ Pastoral Care

Publication

Minneapolis : Fortress Press

ISBN

9780800625092

Description

A splendid volume detailing the specific skills necessary for sound pastoral guidance in various situations. The author integrates theological reflection with practice, while incorporating religious resources with counseling technique.

Local notes

CONTENTS:
Introduction: Becoming a Skilled Pastor
The Metanoia Model
More than a method
Part one: Presence
Attending
Responding
Assessing
Part two: Interventions
Theological Assessment
Proclamation
Resources for change
A pastoral theology of change
Seven religious resources
Preparing for pastoral use
Learning the skills
Guidance
Conclusion: The Metanoia Model
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