Spiritual Friendship after Religion Country examines the implications of

Country examines the implications of this view of priesthood for churches and for those studying for ordination

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Written in accessible language and in a conversational tone

Let us offer our gifts for the carrying out of God's ongoing work of reconciliation

are designed to empower clergy and lay leaders to promote the message of good stewardship every Sunday of the year

Spiritual Friendship after Religion Country examines the implications ofHardly a day goes by without some poll or news story documenting the changing relationship between the general population and religion, often accompanied by predictions of doom. The rise of the "nones" and the "dones" leaves many adrift in a world with multiple complex challenges. Providers of "spiritual friendship"pastors, spiritual directors, pastoral counselors, concerned Christianswill need to change their approach as those with whom they interact