Recalling our own stories : spiritual renewal for religious caregivers /
Wimberly, Edward P., 1943-
Recalling our own stories : spiritual renewal for religious caregivers / Edward P. Wimberly ; foreword by Tapiwa N. Mucherera. - Fortress Press edition. - xvii, 226 pages ; 24 cm
Includes bibliographical references (pages 205-209) and index.
Foreword -- Preface -- To be called anew: finding spiritual replenishment in our own stories -- Personal myths: stories that empower us or leave us vulnerable -- Marital and family myths: stories that affect our relationships with loved ones -- Ministry myths: stories that help or hinder us in serving God -- The possibility of change: reauthoring the myths that bind us -- Suzanne: allowing the true self to surface -- James and Hope: understanding who called us to ministry -- Blanche and Henry: seeing our spouses for who they are -- Zelda and David: seizing the in-between moments when change is possible -- From walking wounded to wounded healer: what to expect on the journey.
"Recalling Our Own Stories, which author Edward P. Wimberly describes as a 'spiritual retreat in book form,' is designed to help clergy and religious caregivers face the challenges of ministry. It is also a valuable resource for practitioners who assist these clergy and caregivers in meeting the challenges of their work. Wimberly offers a way to renew one's motivation for ministry by reconnecting to one's original call, tapping the sources of renewal that reside in the faith community." -- page 4 of cover.
1506454771 9781506454771
Clergy--Psychology.
Clergy--Religious life.
Church work--Psychology.
Clergy--Office--Psychological aspects.
Clergy--Counseling of.
Clergy--Counseling of.
Clergy--Psychology.
Clergy--Religious life.
BV4398 / .W56 2019
248.8/9
Recalling our own stories : spiritual renewal for religious caregivers / Edward P. Wimberly ; foreword by Tapiwa N. Mucherera. - Fortress Press edition. - xvii, 226 pages ; 24 cm
Includes bibliographical references (pages 205-209) and index.
Foreword -- Preface -- To be called anew: finding spiritual replenishment in our own stories -- Personal myths: stories that empower us or leave us vulnerable -- Marital and family myths: stories that affect our relationships with loved ones -- Ministry myths: stories that help or hinder us in serving God -- The possibility of change: reauthoring the myths that bind us -- Suzanne: allowing the true self to surface -- James and Hope: understanding who called us to ministry -- Blanche and Henry: seeing our spouses for who they are -- Zelda and David: seizing the in-between moments when change is possible -- From walking wounded to wounded healer: what to expect on the journey.
"Recalling Our Own Stories, which author Edward P. Wimberly describes as a 'spiritual retreat in book form,' is designed to help clergy and religious caregivers face the challenges of ministry. It is also a valuable resource for practitioners who assist these clergy and caregivers in meeting the challenges of their work. Wimberly offers a way to renew one's motivation for ministry by reconnecting to one's original call, tapping the sources of renewal that reside in the faith community." -- page 4 of cover.
1506454771 9781506454771
Clergy--Psychology.
Clergy--Religious life.
Church work--Psychology.
Clergy--Office--Psychological aspects.
Clergy--Counseling of.
Clergy--Counseling of.
Clergy--Psychology.
Clergy--Religious life.
BV4398 / .W56 2019
248.8/9