In Pastoral Care in the Classical Tradition, Andrew Purves argued that pastoral care and theology has long ignored Scripture and Christian doctrine, and pastora

This book argues that the discipline of practical theology needs to be re-shaped in the light of the impact of various influences created through the encounter

This book argues that the discipline of practical theology needs to be re-shaped in the light of the impact of various influences created through the encounter

Purves proposes a thoughtful reading of early classical texts to provide insight into contemporary pastoral work.

Catholic sacramental doctrine has lost much of its credibility. Baptized people leave the church, adolescents stop attending shortly after they are confirmed, s