Family Crucible: The Influence of Family Dynamics in the Life and Ministry of John Wesley
Ebook
Overview
This book explores the life and ministry of John Wesley from the perspective of Murray Bowen’s Extended Family Systems Theory and to a lesser extent from Alfred Adler’s concept of family constellation. Throughout the book, the author uses concepts drawn from these theories to explore significant historical and pivotal events in the life of John Wesley. Beginning with family events prior to his birth, the author also explores his early family constellation, influential themes, factors shaping his ministry, and various relational issues, including his relationships with Sophy Hopkey, Grace Murray, and his marriage to Mary Vazeille. It concludes by drawing lessons from Wesley’s life pertinent to today’s ministers.
"Employing the lens of family dynamics and richly informed by
psychological theory, especially the work of Adler and Bowen,
Anthony Headley has explored the life and ministry of John Wesley
in a fresh and engaging way. Portraying Wesley in a very frank and
honest fashion, with warts and all, Headley nevertheless
demonstrates why this particular life continues to hold such
considerable value for pastoral counseling today."
--Kenneth J. Collins
Professor of Historical Theology and Wesley Studies
Asbury Theological Seminary
Product Details
- Title : Family Crucible: The Influence of Family Dynamics in the Life and Ministry of John Wesley
- Author: Headley, Anthony J.
- Publisher: Wipf and Stock
- Publication Date: 2010
- ISBN: 9781621894575
Anthony J. Headley is Professor of Counseling at Asbury Theological Seminary. He is the author of Reframing Ministry (2007), Created for Responsibility (2006) and Achieving Balance in Ministry (1999).