The congregation as living human document: applying clinical pastoral education principles as a diagnostic tool in congregational pastoral ministry

Brand W Eaton

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The congregation as living human document: applying clinical pastoral education principles as a diagnostic tool in congregational pastoral ministry

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MLA citation style (9th ed.)

Brand W Eaton. The Congregation As Living Human Document: Applying Clinical Pastoral Education Principles As a Diagnostic Tool In Congregational Pastoral Ministry. Wesley Theological Seminary. rim.ir.atla.com/concern/etds/b850e02e-4147-4b7b-8a35-2e874247b341.

APA citation style (7th ed.)

B. W. Eaton. The congregation as living human document: applying clinical pastoral education principles as a diagnostic tool in congregational pastoral ministry. https://rim.ir.atla.com/concern/etds/b850e02e-4147-4b7b-8a35-2e874247b341

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Brand W Eaton. The Congregation As Living Human Document: Applying Clinical Pastoral Education Principles As a Diagnostic Tool In Congregational Pastoral Ministry. Wesley Theological Seminary. https://rim.ir.atla.com/concern/etds/b850e02e-4147-4b7b-8a35-2e874247b341.

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Brand W Eaton

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Clinical pastoral education

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Abstract

In a case study of a declining United Methodist congregation in central Pennsylvania, the author applies the principles learned in Clinical Pastoral Education and its theological foundations for pastoral care and ministerial training as a diagnostic tool for bringing about change. By employing active listening skills, the use of the self, and a theology of Christian congregation as corporate soul, the author develops a compassionate diagnosis and interpretation of congregational life, including steps for improved congregational health and vitality.

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