From a thoroughly biblical viewpoint Eduard Thurneysen probes deeply into the nature and practice of pastoral care. His rich understanding of men, his experienc

Ritual can resonate to human need, and to this end there is much the ritualist can learn from the psychological insights into human development and personality

Purves proposes a thoughtful reading of early classical texts to provide insight into contemporary pastoral work.

The essentials of pastoral care involve the pastor's distinctive task of caring for those who are estranged--the lost sheep. Taken from the biblical image of th

Pastors are tasked with the incredibly demanding job of caring for the spiritual, emotional, and, at times‚ physical needs of their people. While seminary is