The Gift to Listen, the Courage to Hear interweaves listening techniques with spiritual principles that emphasize the importance of listening and provide a framework for more effective listening. Author Cari Jackson explores common causes of communication breakdowns and offers strategies for moving ... (more)

Pastoral ministry is an occupation in flux. In this comprehensive study Jackson Carroll considers the many factors---changing roles among clergy and laypeople, the opening of ordination to women, an increasing shortage of clergy, and more---that are shaping congregations and ministers today. Buildin... (more)