The priests and pastoral ministers of our day increasingly reflects the multicultural, multi-ethnic, and multi-lingual nature of the church in the United States. For a variety of reasons, they come from diverse ethnic backgrounds and countries of origin. Seminaries and religious communities are welcoming international candidates with the vision that diversity strengthens the character and mission of the church. Yet this ecclesial diversity also comes with unique challenges.
To Be One in Christ is a groundbreaking resource that delves into the questions raised by these complexities and provides an in-depth analysis from theological, sociological, psychological, cultural, and Protestant perspectives.
Gerard Mc Glone and Fernando Ortiz are both nationally recognized experts on the integration of psychology and spirituality in priestly life. The book they have edited investigates issues, answer questions, and provide insights on the increasingly multicultural settings and programs affecting seminary and religious formation. The comprehensive resource will be welcome by vocation directors, seminary formators, clergy, religious, and seminarians.
Circa l’autore
Fr. Gerard J. Mc Glone, SJ, Ph D, has recently been appointed the Director of Counseling Services, Staff Psychologist and Faculty Member at the Pontifical North American College in Rome, Italy. He is the co-author with Len Sperry, MD, Ph D of the award winning book, The Inner Life of Priests. He has authored numerous books, peer-reviewed articles and chapters. He has recently finished being the lead author of three nationally recognized sexual abuse prevention programs: Instruments of Hope and Healing, Critical Conversations and Conversations that Matter.
