Perspectives on Pastoral Ministry
- Church Leadership & Ministry
- Publisher: Wipf and Stock
- Published: 2026
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Publisher's Description
“Pastoral care” is still a high priority in a world which is no longer familiar with the church’s ministry. Though the church has receded into the background, her vision for human life has not. Human beings have retained their unique value within our post-religious world! The culture is still convinced of the need for compassion even if there is less consensus about what that should look like. This publication shares that common vision for the care and nurture of human beings, but with the added conviction that Christianity’s unique role in fostering such a worldview makes it the ideal resource for figuring out what will enable human life to flourish. Over the span of this book, readers will learn about the history of pastoral care, what it actually entails, and what it is aiming towards. All of the writers have proven pastoral experience, and they bring their knowledge to bear on virtually every major expression of pastoral ministry. This is an ideal book for all who care for others but especially for those exercising ministry in churches, seminaries, chaplaincies, hospitals, or pastoral teams.
Endorsements (2)
“Pastoral theology is one of the most exciting theological disciplines. Perspectives on Pastoral Ministry, the third volume in a trilogy, does not disappoint in this regard. All the authors have a high view of pastoral care and the book ranges across historical, biblical, and theological insights, as well as honest narratives from practitioners. We live in an age in which pastors and their ministry are no longer highly regarded in our cultures. However, pastoral care is essential, vitally important, and glorious. Those involved in pastoral care will find this publication a welcome resource, as will laity and practical theologians.”
“Faithful pastoral ministry stands as one of the most urgent needs in Christian community today. Those who serve in this capacity in the life of faith urgently need this resource, because it will ground them in biblical, theological, and practical necessities for doing pastoral ministry in a divided world and a troubled church. The editors and contributors are to be lauded for this volume. Highly recommended!”
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