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Space and place in the healing of life: towards a theology of affirmation in pastoral care and counselling

Year: 2008

Type: article

Abstract: How should healing be viewed and what is the contribution of Chrsitian spirituality to the dimension of pastoral therapy and the healing of life? It is argued that pastoral care should supplement the traditional cura animarum with a cura vitae. In this regard the therapeutice value of place and space is explored. A pastoral model for the making of a pastoral diagnosis is proposed wherein a theology of affirmation plays a pivotal role.

Source: Verbum et Ecclesia

DOI: 10.4102/ve.v29i2.23

Author: D J Louw

Institution: Stellenbosch University

Language: English

Topic: Contemporary Christian Leadership and Education

Subfield: Religious studies

Field: Arts and Humanities

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $605