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The Contemplative Pastor: Returning to the Art of Spiritual Direction,New
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Any pastor who needs and wants to get back to basics will do well to absorb this book. Eugene Peterson, well known as 'a pastor's pastor,' here speaks words of wisdom and refreshment for pastors caught in the busyness of preaching, teaching, and 'running the church.'In The Contemplative Pastor Peterson highlights the oftenoverlooked essentials of ministry, first by redefining the meaning of pastor through three strengthening adjectives: unbusy, subversive, andapocalyptic. The main part of the book focuses on pastoral ministry and spiritual direction 'between Sundays': these chapters begin with poetic reflections on the Beatitudes and then discuss such themes as curing souls, praying with eyes open, the language of prayer, the ministry of small talk, and sabbaticalall with engaging, illustrative anecdotes from Peterson's own experience.The book ends with several meaningfull poems that pivot on the incarnation, the doctrine closest to pastoral work. Entitled 'The Word Made Fresh,' this concluding section is a felicitous finale to Peterson's discerning, downtoearth reflections on the art of pastoring.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Contemplative Pastor'? A: 'The Contemplative Pastor' focuses on the essentials of pastoral ministry and spiritual direction, emphasizing the need for pastors to reconnect with their core responsibilities amidst the distractions of church management.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Contemplative Pastor'? A: The author of 'The Contemplative Pastor' is Eugene H. Peterson, recognized for his insightful perspectives on pastoral work.
- Q: What kind of content can I expect in this book? A: The book contains poetic reflections, practical insights on pastoral care, and discussions on themes such as prayer and sabbatical, enhanced by personal anecdotes from Peterson's experiences.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The Contemplative Pastor'? A: 'The Contemplative Pastor' has a total of 180 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This edition of 'The Contemplative Pastor' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'The Contemplative Pastor' published? A: 'The Contemplative Pastor' was published on October 22, 1993.
- Q: Is 'The Contemplative Pastor' suitable for new pastors? A: 'The Contemplative Pastor' is particularly beneficial for new pastors seeking to ground themselves in the fundamentals of ministry and spiritual direction.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'The Contemplative Pastor' is offered in new condition.
- Q: Are there any poems included in 'The Contemplative Pastor'? A: Yes, the book concludes with several poems that reflect on the incarnation, providing a meaningful end to Peterson's insights.
- Q: What category does 'The Contemplative Pastor' fall under? A: 'The Contemplative Pastor' is categorized under Church Administration.