Abstract
Invites readers into a “conversation” about spirituality by examining personal experiences of prayer. Explores the impact of spiritual experience on pastoral identity and vision by way of personal metaphores of healing and salvation. Sees “grateful response” to God's healing as leading to a desire to serve and to important qualities of pastoral presence and sensitivity. Explores some “christological” dimensions of a spirituality for pastoral care and offers an example of practical application.
Get full access to this article
View all access options for this article.