Description
This acclaimed, influential work applies the concepts of systemic family therapy to the emotional life of congregations. Edwin H. Friedman shows how the same understanding of family process that can aid clergy in their pastoral role also has important ramifications for negotiating congregational dynamics and functioning as an effective leader. Clergy from diverse denominations, as well as family therapists and counselors, have found that this book directly addresses the dilemmas and crises they encounter daily. It is widely used as a text in courses on pastoral care, leadership, and family systems.
Author: Edwin H. Friedman
Publisher: Guilford Publications
Published: 07/19/1985
Pages: 319
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.39lbs
Size: 9.22h x 6.26w x 1.18d
ISBN13: 9780898620597
ISBN10: 0898620597
BISAC Categories:
- Religion | Christian Ministry | Counseling & Recovery
- Psychology | Psychotherapy | Counseling
- Reference | General
About the Author
Edwin H. Friedman, until his death in 1996, worked for more than 35 years in the Washington, DC, metropolitan area, and was in great demand as a consultant and public speaker throughout the country. A family therapist and ordained rabbi, Dr. Friedman was well known in the fields of mental health and pastoral education for his motivational style and his unique blend of systems thinking, humor, and common sense. He offered acclaimed workshops for mental health practitioners, clergy, business leaders, and others.
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