Pastoral Theology
by: Ber Stackhouse, MBA December 5, 2012
A review of pastoral theology provides the opportunity of assessing one’s own motivation and desires at a church service. There are three main aspects of ministry and three main areas of worship needs. With such considerations, one can attain greater awareness of spiritual connection by determining worship needs.
PASTORAL THEOLOGY[1]
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Three Main Aspects of Ministry
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Three Main Areas of Worship Needs
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Prophetic
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social/individual justice; sexual/gender issues; global issues
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“reformed”
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desires ideas/ knowledge; insightful talks
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Priestly
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rituals/observances (holidays, weddings)
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“catholic”
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ritual is important; symbols; sounds (music, chanting, drumming)
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Pastoral
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individual/community care
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“evangelical”
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living a better life; improvement in the world
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[1] Content in Prayer and Pastoral Theology presentation by Dr. Tom Shepherd. Unity Village, MO, Unity Institute & Seminary Nov. 26-29, 2012.
