This first-of-its-kind, innovative, practical resource integrates the classic foundations of pastoral care with the unique challenges of disaster response on community, regional and national levels.
This vital reference draws from the wisdom and experience of contributors from many faith traditions—Christianity, Judaism, Islam and more. It is the definitive handbook for counseling not only the victims of disaster but also the clergy and caregivers who are called to service in the wake of crisis.
Exploring how spiritual care changes following a disaster, and including a comprehensive explanation of a disaster’s lifecycle, this handbook offers the latest professional perspectives and tools, along with basic theory and skills from the best disaster response texts, research and concepts.
Topics Include:• Defining Disaster and Its Impact on the Community
• Congregational and Community Work in Small, Regional and National Disasters
• Recognizing Coping Mechanisms—Healthy and Unhealthy—within Your Congregation and Community
• Preparing Congregants and Congregations Prior to Disaster
• Cultural and Religious Considerations in Disaster Response
• Clergy and Compassion Fatigue