The Art of Pastoral Care

It took something like 3 years, but finally finished the book, "The Art of Pastoral Care." My wife and I developed the materials for our pastoral care center in Baguio City, Philippines. Primarily, this is for "Intro to Pastoral Care" and "Clinical Pastoral Orientation." The follow-on book, The Dynamics of Pastoral Care, when done, will …

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In Service to One’s Countries

It is American Independence Day (as well as "Philippine American Friendship Day"). Americans commonly take patriotism/nationalism pretty seriously. I have never really known how to take that... especially in those who like to mix nationalism and religion. Years ago I was an officer in the United States Navy. I remember the first time that someone …

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