Tend My Flock

Tend My Flock by Kate Litchfield was published by Canterbury Press in September 2006 and is our 11783rd best seller. The ISBN for Tend My Flock is 9781853116483.

Based on a locally produced booklet for clergy that sold 4000 copies, this is a practical guide to good practice in pastoral care. Although a vital aspect of ministry, it has become a problematic area. Highly publicised abuse scandals have damaged public confidence and even false accusations can terminate careers. Addressing real issues that arise, Tend My Flock explores the healing, sustaining, guiding and reconciling dimensions of pastoral care and offers practical help and direction in fulfilling this vocation, including: setting and maintaining boundaries; confidentiality and trust; accountability and responsibility; recognizing and dealing with risky situations; recognizing your own unmet needs and more