Factors Related to Pastoral Morale in the Seventh-day Adventist Church

In a study of pastoral morale, 172 Seventh-day Adventist pastors in the United States and Canada were surveyed. While most pastors were generally happy in their work, a substantial minority has had a variety of low morale experiences. A relationship was found between pastoral morale and pastor-spouse relationships. Pastors suggested a wide range of changes in the structure of the pastorate that would make the ministry a more fulfilling profession. In addition to relieving pastors of the administrative minutiae of the church, these changes would involve more continuing education with its development of talents and abilities and a more equal relationship with conference administrators, including input into conference goals and programs.

Availability:
Free
Publication Date:
1996
Authors:
Des Cummings; Roger Dudley
Order Information:
With Des Cummings, Jr. Psychological Perspectives on Christian Ministry. Edited by Leslie J. Francis and Susan H. Jones, 156-164. Leominister, Herefordshire, England: Gracwing Fowler Wright Books, 1996.
Language:
English
Resource Type:
Books, Guides & Reports; Internet Resources
Resource Objective:
Research
Level:
Tertiary
Audience:
Parent / Informal Education, Researcher
Religious Origin:
Seventh-day Adventist