What are the basic principles of pastoral counselling? Psychiatrist Dr. Pablo Martinez, whose seminars at this year's Word Alive were so popular, gives his answer.
In the life of the Christian worker, counselling is one of the greatest sources of joy and satisfaction.
Nevertheless, in order to do it well, we need the right reference framework, rather like a roadmap to enable us to move correctly on the path of the healing of souls, which is not always an easy task. The pastor needs to know exactly what is required of him as counsellor, otherwise this very beautiful ministry can engender negative feelings and lead to an inner restlessness.
