Pastoral care and counselling in current times

Relevance and context of care

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ID11651850
AutoresGlenda A Dames (0000-0002-2622-6441, University of South Africa), Gordon E Dames (0000-0002-9629-8301, University of South Africa)
Ano2025
Volume81
Fascículo1
Data de publicação2025-01-23
Peer ReviewedSim
Open AccessSim
TipoARTICLE
PeriódicoHTS Teologiese Studies / Theological Studies (JOURNAL)
Identificadores do periódicoISSN: 0259-9422 • E-ISSN: 2072-8050
EditoraAOSIS (PUBLISHER • ZA)
DOI10.4102/hts.v81i1.10184
OpenAlexW4406768200
IdiomaEN
Citações recebidas2
Referências citadas15

Since the inception of the Pastoral Care Movement, the approach to pastoral care has evolved from the traditional shepherd model to a more clinical, client-centred method. This evolution requires a thorough analysis of recent trends and dynamics in pastoral care, especially in relation to key theological theories and the Church’s role in providing support. Today, the landscape of pastoral care covers a range of topics, including ecotheology, global existential crises and the Church’s involvement in addressing these issues. Additionally, this examination reveals conclusions about theological shortcomings and inconsistencies in emphasis within pastoral care.Contribution: This article provides a critical overview of pastoral care in its current form and context, examining its relevance to the existential needs of the postmodern social milieu and its role in the church today. It offers a critical evaluation of pastoral care within contemporary culture

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