Uncovering Spiritual Narratives
Using Story in Pastoral Care and Ministry
Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Inspiration & Meditation, Pastoral Counseling, Christianity, Church, Pastoral Ministry
| Author: | Suzanne M. Coyle | ISBN: | 9781451438680 |
| Publisher: | Fortress Press | Publication: | January 4, 2014 |
| Imprint: | Fortress Press | Language: | English |
| Author: | Suzanne M. Coyle |
| ISBN: | 9781451438680 |
| Publisher: | Fortress Press |
| Publication: | January 4, 2014 |
| Imprint: | Fortress Press |
| Language: | English |
All cultures use story as a way to make sense of life. Yet for many, only a single story line is seen as the “real truth.” Using narrative therapy as a caregiving approach can help individuals uncover multilayered narratives that are far more complex and liberating. Drawing on theological approaches and real life experiences, Coyle creates a contextual pastoral theology that helps caregivers find the power of God in people’s stories.
All cultures use story as a way to make sense of life. Yet for many, only a single story line is seen as the “real truth.” Using narrative therapy as a caregiving approach can help individuals uncover multilayered narratives that are far more complex and liberating. Drawing on theological approaches and real life experiences, Coyle creates a contextual pastoral theology that helps caregivers find the power of God in people’s stories.
