An expert in the field of pastoral care, John Patton demonstrates that pastoral care is a ministry of the church. He focuses on the community of faith as an authorizer and source of care and upon the relationship between the pastor and a caring community. Patton identifies and compares three paradigms of pastoral care: the classical, the clinical pastoral, and the communal contextual. This third paradigm emphasizes the caring community and the various contexts for care rather than focusing on pastoral care as the work of the ordained pastor.
An expert in the field of pastoral care, John Patton demonstrates that pastoral care is a ministry of the church. He focuses on the community of fa...
Forgiving those closest to us who have hurt us is one of the most difficult things Christians are called to do. For pastoral counselors the forgiveness issue creates a particularly serious dilemma, because it places counselors in the position of telling clients to do something their emotions vehemently fight against. Is Human Forgiveness Possible? offers an effective way out of this quandary by giving the forgiveness issue an entirely new focus. John Patton begins by scrapping our past understanding of forgiveness. Forgiveness is not something we do, he asserts; it's something we discover. To...
Forgiving those closest to us who have hurt us is one of the most difficult things Christians are called to do. For pastoral counselors the forgivenes...
This very practical book offers no-nonsense instructions for pastors, chaplains, and ministers whose real specialty is the practice of relational wisdom. Patton provides a helpful, step-by-step template for pastoral counseling sessions and clear guidelines for understanding when to defer and how to refer--all while remaining faithful to the basic pastoral calling to connect persons seeking help with the relationships and resources they need to deal with their lives.
-In a society of specialists, John Patton's Pastor as Counselor is a bold reminder of the healing potential of...
This very practical book offers no-nonsense instructions for pastors, chaplains, and ministers whose real specialty is the practice of relational w...
The Vegetarian Eating On A Budget - High-Quality Recipe Cookbook" seeks to inform its readers concerning a few of the many different ways anyone can enjoy a healthful and nutritious eating regimen without spending a lot of money. We have compiled 14 delicious vegetarian recipes that are affordable and easy to make. Whether you enjoy cooking extravagant dinners or fast and simple meals, Vegetarian Eating on A Budget - High-Quality Recipe Cookbook is the right one for you. Above all, our main goals are that you have fun, you enjoy these recipes and save money. So here's to...
The Vegetarian Eating On A Budget - High-Quality Recipe Cookbook" seeks to inform its readers concerning a few of the many different ...
