TY  - BOOK
AU  - Creech,R.Robert
TI  - Family systems and congregational life: a map for ministry 
SN  - 9781540960375
AV  - BV4011.3.C74 2019 
U1  - 253 23
PY  - 2019///
CY  - Grand Rapids, MI
PB  - Baker Academic
KW  - Pastoral theology
KW  - Systemic therapy (Family therapy)
KW  - Christian leadership
N1  - Includes bibliographical references and index; Always take a map : the value of Bowen Family Systems Theory -- Reading the map : an overview of Bowen Family Systems Theory -- Third-way leadership : more than principles and practices -- The future of congregational leadership : leading in chaotic times -- Proclamation : preaching as pastor and as prophet -- Pastoral care : helping without hurting -- Spiritual formation : growing in christlikeness -- Christian community : journeying with others -- Bowen Family Systems Theory and biblical interpretation : the rules of the game -- Mapping the family of Abraham : family systems 2000 BC -- Mapping the character of Jesus : differentiation and christlikeness -- Mapping the teaching of Paul : new life in Christ and community
N2  - "Helps pastoral leaders increase their effectiveness by applying the Bowen Family Systems Theory to congregational life and ministry"--
ER  -