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David B McCurdy1

  • 1Park Ridge Center for the Study of Health, Faith, and Ethics, 211 East Ontario, Suite 800, Chicago, IL 60611-3215, USA. dbm@prchfe.org

Journal of Health Care Chaplaincy
|November 25, 2003
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Summary

Chaplaincy and Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) should integrate scientific research methods to enhance pastoral care. Understanding chaplains' perceptions of science is crucial for effective adoption and improved practice.

Area of Science:

  • Healthcare Ministry
  • Clinical Pastoral Education Research
  • Pastoral Care Science

Background:

  • Healthcare chaplains and Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) can enhance ministry through scientific approaches.
  • A carefully considered rationale is necessary for integrating research into chaplaincy.
  • Addressing chaplains' fears regarding science and research is vital for acceptance.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To advocate for a more scientific approach in healthcare chaplaincy and CPE.
  • To explore the perceptions and fears chaplains may hold about research.
  • To encourage openness to scientific methods for improving pastoral care practice.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative and quantitative research methods integration.
  • Analysis of chaplains' perceptions and fears related to scientific approaches.

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  • Consideration of professional and programmatic survival concerns.

    • Main Results:

    • Chaplains' openness to scientific methods can improve understanding and practice of ministry.
    • Fear of research can influence chaplains' receptiveness to scientific approaches.
    • Scientific methods are not a panacea but a tool for enhancement.

    Conclusions:

    • Healthcare chaplaincy and CPE should embrace scientific research methods.
    • Acknowledging and addressing chaplains' concerns is key to adopting research.
    • Increased openness to science can lead to more effective pastoral care and ministry.