{"product_id":"rethinking-pastoral-challenges-and-conflicts-in-religious-institutions-in-the-light-of-the-synoptic-gospels-9781977288592","title":"Rethinking Pastoral Challenges and Conflicts in Religious Institutions in the Light of the Synoptic Gospels","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Matthew Ibok\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Outskirts Press\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Outskirts Press\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Institutions \u0026amp; Organizations\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRethinking Pastoral Challenges and Conflicts in Religious Institutions in the Light of the Synoptic Gospels is a timely and significant contribution to both pastoral ministry and the broader field of conflict studies. With theological depth and scholarly clarity, Rev. Fr. Matthew S. Ibok, Ph.D., offers a thoughtful and practical guide for understanding the roots of pastoral challenges and navigating them with wisdom, compassion, and biblical grounding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs someone who studied alongside Fr. Ibok during our doctoral work in Conflict Analysis and Resolution at Nova Southeastern University-and having listened to his insightful presentations many times at the Annual International Conference on Ethnic and Religious Conflict Resolution and Peacebuilding-I can attest to his intellectual depth, pastoral sensitivity, and unwavering commitment to peacebuilding within religious communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book stands out for its unique integration of Scripture, conflict resolution theory, and lived pastoral experience. Fr. Ibok provides readers with a clear framework for conflict prevention, management, resolution, and transformation, making this work indispensable for clergy, seminarians, religious educators, and anyone seeking to build healthier, more harmonious faith communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor readers who desire a resource that is spiritually enriching, academically sound, and pastorally practical, this book is must-read.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHighly recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Basil Ugorji, Ph.D., Executive Director, International Center for Ethno-Religious Mediation, New York Conference Chair, Annual International Conference on Ethnic and Religious Conflict Resolution and Peacebuilding\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Outskirts Press","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47891890208919,"sku":"9781977288592","price":1634.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9781977288592.webp?v=1781185074","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/rethinking-pastoral-challenges-and-conflicts-in-religious-institutions-in-the-light-of-the-synoptic-gospels-9781977288592","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}