Professional Sexual Ethics: A Holistic Ministry Approach
ISBN: 9781451430912
Platform/Publisher: JSTOR / Augsburg Fortress, Publishers
Digital rights: Users: unlimited; Printing: chapter; Download: chapter
Subjects: Clergy -- Professional ethics; Sexual ethics;

Sexual health is an essential part of maintaining professional relationships in ministry. Focusing on implications for the practice of ministry, this book engages all dimensions of theological education and academic disciplines. Each chapter includes an analysis of common ministry situations, discussion questions, practical guidelines, and resources for further study. The volume is ideal for use in courses on professional ethics for ministry, advanced leadership training, and continuing education for clergy.


Patricia Beattie Jung is professor of Christian ethics and Oubri A. Poppele Professor of Health and Welfare Ministries at Saint Paul School of Theology, Kansas City, Missouri.

Darryl W. Stephens holds a Ph.D. in Christian Ethics from Emory University and has taught Christian ethics and evangelism at Candler School of Theology. He is an ordained deacon and former Assistant General Secretary for Advocacy and Sexual Ethics for the General Commission on the Status and Role of Women in The United Methodist Church.

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