Publisher's Synopsis
Considering the role of the clergy as the 21st century approaches, this study poses the question "what is stress and is it avoidable?". It attempts to respond to the question by reflecting upon the practice of ministry, and examining how the clergy is viewed by both church and society. Its aim is to arrive at a concept of wholeness and a healthy balance centred in a renewed spiritual identity.;The book presents stress as having both positive and negative aspects, and specific issues are considered, such as relationships, isolation, women in ministry, the family, and sexuality and gender.
