Ministry: A

Theological-Pastoral
Handbook
Published date: January 1, 1987
 Criteria for
Minister (/future)

Christian Holiness Human Qualities

- Human Wholeness - Communication Skills
- Theological Virtues - Theological Competence
- Moral Virtues - Social Awareness
- A positive sense
of the Church
Basic Human
Wholeness
Christian Holiness
What does it mean to be human and whole?
How do we cultivate human wholeness?
How do we respond to the challenges we faces in our daily lives in the ministry?
Each must be a healthy person in mind and in body
Concept of the Human
person

- Body, soul, spirit view

(Trichotomy)
- Mind-body Dualism view
(Dichotomy)
- Wholistic view
Wholeness?

Wholeness is a state of being where all aspects of our being are integrated
and in harmony. This means that our physical, emotional, mental, social
and spiritual aspects are all aligned and working together. When we are in a
state of wholeness, we feel balanced, centered, and connected to ourselves
and the world around us.
Wholeness is not just a physical state; it is also a state of
mind. It involves a deep understanding of ourselves, our
needs, and our purpose. It requires us to be present and
mindful in every moment, to listen to our intuition, and to be
open to new experiences and perspectives.
Where in Scripture may we find a simple yet comprehensive
description of the whole?
The prophetic literature offers us a simple summary of what it means to
be healthy and whole in relation to God "do justice, to love mercy, and to
walk humbly with your God" (Mic 6:8)

The preacher in Ecclesiastes attempts a summary at the end of his search

for meaning. He suggests that the reader should enjoy family and friends,
work hard, fear God, and keep his commandments (Eccl 9:7, 10; 12:13)
sälom ("well-being“)

best umbrella term for human health and wholeness

- Justice and obedience, strength, fertility, and longevity

Description of human Wholeness in Deuteronomy

Hear (sema), O Israel! The LORD is our God, the LORD is

one! And you shall love the LORD your God with all your
heart (lebäb) and with all your soul (nepes) and with all
your might (meöd). (Deut 6:4-5)
You cannot give what you don’t have.
You can’t become a catechist or religious educator if you can’t even provide a
stranger with uncomplicated directions from one city block to the next
Catechesis and religious education are teaching ministries. They require
teaching skills, which include the ability to explain things in a clear, orderly, and
interesting manner.
Nor can you become a preacher or enter a ministry
that requires public speaking if you freeze in the
presence of a crowd or if you have an uncontrollable
stutter.
Nor can people with deep-seated emotional problems expect
the Church to welcome them with open arms into ministries
that require psychic serenity and self-confidence. Mentally
unhealthy people almost inevitably project their own
problems onto others.
Cultivate human wholeness

The Mind-Body Connection

Emotional Integration
Spiritual Wellness, Exercises
The Importance of Self-Care
Nourishing Relationships
Cultivate human wholeness

3 A’s of Sister Bing

No one can become a great preacher if he lacks the natural capacity
to project his voice with clarity and force. And no one can become an
effective counselor if she lacks the basic human virtues of patience
and sensitivity.
Thanks!
References:
https://fastercapital.com/content/Wholeness--Integrating-all-aspects-of-our-being-in-the-human-l
ife-

https://theo.kuleuven.be/apps/christian-ethics/theory/hpac-dim.html

A THEOLOGICAL DESCRIPTION OF HUMAN WHOLENESS IN DEUTERONOMY 6 by

JAMES K. BRUCKNER