The Parish as Covenant: A Call to Pastoral Partnership

by Thomas P. Sweetser

Drawing from over thirty years of studying and helping to shape churches, dioceses, religious communities, and pastoral ministries nationwide, Thomas Sweetser, S.J., argues that contemporary parishes are "caught in a Church system that is not working." In The Parish as A Call to Pastoral Partnership , he proposes a dual-focus system of parish leadership which creates a healthier, more collaborative environment for leaders, assistants, and parishioners, and helps ensure a successful transition when pastors and administrators are replaced.

182 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 2001