The Blackwell Reader in Pastoral and Practical Theology [Paperback]

• Presents pastoral and practical theology within a theoretical framework
• Contains classic readings together with newly commissioned articles
• Engages with practical theologies from both sides of the Atlantic

Introduction: How to Use This Book.

1. An Introduction to Pastoral and Practical Theology: Stephen Pattison (Cardiff University) and James Woodward (Foundation of Lady Katherine Leveson).

Part I: Modern Pastoral and Practical Theology in Historical Perspective:.

Introduction to Part I.

2. The Meaning and Importance of Pastoral Theology: Seward Hiltner (Formerly Yale University).

3. Introduction to Pastoral Theology in the United States: John Patton (Columbia Theological Seminary).

4. The Emergence of Pastoral and Practical Theology in Britain: Paul Ballard (Cardiff University).

Part II: Approaches and Methods in Pastoral and Practical Theology: .

Introduction to Part II.

5. The Nature of Practical Theology: Alastair Campbell (University of Bristol).

6. Pastoral Theology in a Pluralistic Age: Don Browning (University of Chicago).

7. Practical Theology as Transforming Practice: Elaine Graham (University of Manchester).

8. Interpreting Situations: An Enquiry into the Nature of Practical Theology: Edward Farley (Vanderbilt University).

9. Practical Theology as a Theological Form: Emmanuel Lartey (University of Birmingham).

10. A Basic Introduction to Theological Reflection: Stephen Pattison (Cardiff University).

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