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ACT MONOGRAPH SERIES Christ’s Under-Shepherds: An Exploration of Pastoral Care Methods by Elders in the Christian Reformed Churches of Australia Relevant to the Circumstances of Twenty-first-century Australia by Leo Douma

Douma, Leo, Christ’s Under-Shepherds: An Exploration of Pastoral Care Methods by Elders in the Christian Reformed Churches of Australia Relevant to the Circumstances of Twenty-first-century Australia, ACT Monograph Series, Wipf & Stock, 2016.

The calling of elders is to be “shepherds of God’s flock.” Yet across the world elders are struggling to do that well. This very practical investigation identifies the obstacles to pastoral care from the side of the clergy, the elders, and the people themselves. A practical way forward is developed using an approach that enables the local elders themselves to find a solution.

About the author: Leo Douma is a pastor with over thirty years experience in the Christian Reformed Churches of Australia, with degrees in ministry and psychology. He holds several positions at the denominational level including a focus on the training of ministers and elders. In his role as chair of the Leadership Development Group he has organized professional development for ministers and a program for the training of elders.


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