The purpose of this study is to make the readers examine and understand the importance of making available Pastoral Counseling as a competence course for missionary trainees that will be working among the unreached people group.
Missionary trainers and agencies often design their training with a profile of an effective missionary in mind. Intercultural training programs are increasing in importance. Intercultural competence is an extremely complex phenomenon, and a combination of different training methods seems desirable, because combining different training approaches makes optimal use of their advantages while compensating for their shortcomings.
A missionary is someone who has been trained and sent on a mission (preaching the good news about the birth, life, death, resurrection and ascension of Jesus to Heaven). Pastor is a shepherd of the flock (sheep); someone with a divine mandate (spiritual authority) to watch over the spirit, body and souls of people. Being a graduate of theological seminary / missionary institute, doesn't automatically make one become a pastoral counselor. It will take some level of training in pastoral counselling for a pastor / missionary to earn the title “Pastoral Counsellor”. The pastoral counselor must be a trained therapist (pastor or missionary) that has been saddled with the responsibility of using the bible (as the main tool) in helping people (individual and family) to come to realization of possible options to attained a balanced life.
One of the biggest responsibilities of training institutions is to help people develop the ability to respond appropriately to diversity in society. Furthermore, educators can contribute solutions to issues associated with unsuccessful intercultural interactions internationally. Providing instructions on how to interact appropriately with people from other cultures is essential, and the development of effective intercultural and Pastoral Counseling training programs is urgent.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- INTRODUCTION
- THE PURPOSE OF THE STUDY
- THE RESEARCH PROBLEM.
- SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY.
- ADDRESSING SUB-PROBLEM 1
- ADDRESSING SUB-PROBLEM 2
- CONCLUSIONS..
- REFERENCES..
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This study aims to examine the crucial role of Pastoral Counseling as a competence course for missionary trainees working amongst unreached people groups. The study explores the complex nature of intercultural competence and the challenges faced by missionaries in adjusting to new cultural environments.
- The importance of Pastoral Counseling for cross-cultural missionaries
- Intercultural competence and its challenges for missionary training
- Culture shock and its impact on missionary effectiveness
- The role of resilience in navigating cultural differences
- The benefits of including Pastoral Counseling in missionary training programs
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- INTRODUCTION: This chapter establishes the context for the study by defining the terms "missionary" and "pastoral counselor," highlighting the increasing importance of intercultural training, and emphasizing the need for effective training programs in Pastoral Counseling.
- THE PURPOSE OF THE STUDY: This chapter outlines the primary objective of the research, which is to explore the importance of integrating Pastoral Counseling into missionary training programs.
- THE RESEARCH PROBLEM: This section delves into the specific challenges that missionaries face in cross-cultural settings, including culture shock, cultural differences, and the potential for attrition.
- SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY: This chapter emphasizes the practical implications of the study, highlighting the potential to reduce missionary attrition rates and improve the effectiveness of intercultural ministry by equipping missionaries with relevant skills and knowledge.
- ADDRESSING SUB-PROBLEM 1: This section focuses on the first sub-problem of the research, which is to understand the psychological and social factors contributing to culture shock and its impact on missionaries.
- ADDRESSING SUB-PROBLEM 2: This chapter delves into the second sub-problem, exploring the role of resilience in overcoming cultural challenges and adapting to new environments.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The primary keywords and focus topics of this study include missionary, cross-cultural missionary, pastoral counseling, culture shock, attrition, resilience, adaptation, and psychology. These terms represent the core concepts explored in the research, highlighting the intersection of cultural adaptation, mental health, and effective ministry in cross-cultural contexts.
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- Abiodun Olalekan Owoade (Autor), 2022, Importance of making available pastoral counseling as a competence course for cross-cultural missionary trainees, Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1396836
