Being a Chaplain
Overview
Is the chaplaincy a place for those who have sold out, can’t hack church ministry, and don’t believe in mission? Against the negative stereotypes, this book argues that chaplains are a valuable resource to the church. Embedded in prisons, hospitals, educational establishments, and the armed forces, chaplains often encounter social trends well in advance of institutional churches. Their experiences and expertise can aid in our thinking about ministry, ecclesiology, and engagement with contemporary society. The first five parts of this book gather together stories of 22 chaplains from a range of churches. The final section consists of four essays on key themes: multifaith issues, core skills needed by a chaplain, models of chaplaincy, and potential tensions caused by the work. This book is for chaplains, students, clergy, and all who are considering becoming a chaplain or who have dealings with people in such a role. Anyone who wonders what exactly chaplains do and, how and why they do it can learn from this book.
- Title: Being a Chaplain
- Authors: Miranda Threlfall-Holmes, Mark Newitt
- Series: SPCK Library of Ministry
- Publisher: SPCK
- Print Publication Date: 2011
- Logos Release Date: 2013
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
- Subjects: Chaplains; Church work
- Resource ID: LLS:BEINGACHAPLAIN
- Resource Type: Monograph
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