By Anna Mehler Paperny (Reuters) -Indigenous activists unfurled a banner demanding Pope Francis rescind 15th-century papal edicts justifying colonialism
Think about it this way: pastors, faith leaders, or lay ministers would not treat cancer, a broken arm, or provide medical consultation on an autoimmune disease. Yet, when it comes to emotional, relational, or mental health issues, some church and ministry leaders believe they know what treatment to provide and how to counsel people.
Every semester I begin by having my students introduce themselves and explain why they chose to attend seminary. One would think that the most common reason would have something to do with being trained for the pastorate.