Learning Needs of Clergy Who Have Not Participated in Continuing Education Events for Clergy.

Brillinger, Margaret F.; Pocock, Sharon C.

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ERIC Number: EJ478828

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1993

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Learning Needs of Clergy Who Have Not Participated in Continuing Education Events for Clergy.

Brillinger, Margaret F.; Pocock, Sharon C.

Canadian Journal of University Continuing Education, v19 n2 p25-35 Fall 1993

Interviews with 45 priests/ministers identified 6 career development themes: control, burnout, role confusion, isolation, mixed messages, and inadequate seminary preparation. Professional continuing education for clergy requires collaborative involvement of seminaries, church headquarters, and congregations to alleviate the apparent crisis of confidence. (SK)

Descriptors: Burnout, Career Development, Clergy, Educational Needs, Participation, Professional Continuing Education, Quality of Life, Role Conflict, Theological Education

Publication Type: Reports - Research; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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