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Trinity, polyphony and pastoral relationships
1University of Queensland, School of History, Philosophy, Religion and Classics, Forgam Smith Building, St. Lucia, Brisbane Q4072, Australia.
The Journal of Pastoral Care & Counseling : JPCC
|March 3, 2005
Summary
This study uses the Trinity doctrine
Area of Science:
- Theology
- Pastoral Care
Background:
- The Christian doctrine of the Trinity offers a framework for understanding complex relationships.
- Pastoral ministry involves navigating diverse human experiences and spiritual needs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the Christian doctrine of the Trinity as a model for pastoral ministry.
- To apply the concept of 'polyphony' to understand unity and difference within the Trinity and its relevance to pastoral care.
Main Methods:
- Explication of the trinitarian concept of 'polyphony' as defined by David Cunningham.
- Analysis of unity and difference as key polyphonic categories within Trinitarian doctrine.
Main Results:
- The Trinity's polyphony reveals essential categories of unity and difference.
- Pastoral caregivers exhibit polyphonic qualities: toughness/tenderness, woundedness/health, wisdom/folly, and communion/nearness/distance.
Conclusions:
- The polyphonic nature of the Trinity provides a theological basis for pastoral ministry.
- Understanding these polyphonic dynamics can enhance the practice and effectiveness of pastoral care.