The Ministry of the Church: The Image of Pastoral Care

by Joseph J. Allen

"Joseph J. Allen's The Ministry of the Church is a timely book. The author sets up a dialogue between the Orthodox tradition and present-day practice of pastoral care. ... The strength of the Orthodox position is that it resolutely sees shepherding as an 'in-Church' activity and so can integrate the cure of souls, liturgical practice and sacramental life." --from The Contemporary Christian Spirituality, July 1988

Genres: Theology

232 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 1986

Reviews

[John · Rating 5 out of 5]

An indispensable guide to understanding the role of the pastor (priest) in an Orthodox community. Required reading for anyone approaching the priesthood.