Charles Gerkin does an excellent job of surveying the history of pastoral care and making the field of pastoral care relevant in the present context of the parish. This is an exellent text for both the classroom and the parish, because it does address these relevant themes.
Describes what it is like to be a member of the clergy, discussing the skills and requirements of this career and core qualities of good character and ethical decision-making in relation to working as a clergyman.
Presents an overview of the clerical profession, discussing job requirements and career opportunities, and contains anecdotes that demonstrate the values needed to be an ethical member of the clergy.
