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Ancient Wisdom for the Care of Souls

Learning the Art of Pastoral Ministry from the Church Fathers
  • By Shawn J. Wilhite, Coleman M. Ford
  • Foreword by Ray Ortlund
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Recovering the Wisdom of Early Christian Figures to Effectively Shepherd Modern Churches

In addition to the regular demands of preaching and shepherding, modern pastors feel undue pressure to entertain congregants and increase attendance numbers. Often, churches resort to the latest business models to keep pace. But true, life-giving guidance lies in Scripture and the wisdom of those having come before us.

Ancient Wisdom for the Care of Souls helps pastors to embrace a classic, biblical vision of ministry through the study of selected pastoral virtues and early church figures. Gregory of Nyssa and Gregory the Great both referred to ministry as "the care of souls." Calling for a "return to the sources," professors Coleman M. Ford and Shawn J. Wilhite ponder what a scriptural vision of ministry is, how patristic voices help inform this vision, and how pastors today can cultivate this pastoral vision in their churches. Each chapter examines an important pastoral topic--such as humility, the sacraments, and contemplative theology--and brings it to life through a constructive model and profiles of early church fathers. Encouraged by the patristic wisdom of Irenaeus, Athanasius, John Chrysostom, and more, readers learn a simple and slower model for pastoring that they can emulate as they care for their communities. A slower pace of life may, in fact, help pastors cultivate the soil of souls more richly and, as a result, return to ministry as "the care of souls."

  • Applicable: Enriches the spiritual and ministerial practices of modern pastors through ancient church wisdom, pastoral reflections, and examples from Scripture
  • Theological and Historical: Features detailed profiles of church fathers, including Ambrose of Milan, Augustine, Gregory of Nazianzus, Basil of Caesarea, Gregory of Nyssa, and others
  • Written for Students and Pastors: Ideal for college-level courses, as well as new or seasoned ministers
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    • SKU: 9781433575495
    • Manufacturer: Crossway Books
    • ISBN 13: 9781433575495
    • Publication Date: 07/30/2024
    • Format: Paperback
    • Author: Ray Ortlund
    • Author: Shawn J. Wilhite
    • Author: Coleman M. Ford

     
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