TMPS7078 · Theology and Ministry

Pastoral Care of the Family

Clough School of Theology and Ministry

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Melissa Kelley

Associate Professor, The Ecclesiastical Faculty · STM

3 evaluations for this course

Instructor: 4.6
Course: 4.5

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Melissa Kelley

Associate Professor, The Ecclesiastical Faculty · STM

3 evaluations for this course

Instructor: 4.6
Course: 4.5

About this course

This course presents specific topics that are important for effective and compassionate pastoral care of families today. We will examine challenging realities that may shape and/or disturb families and lead members to seek pastoral care, such as domestic violence, substance abuse, imprisonment of a family member, grief and loss, and family caregiver stress. We will consider the specific needs of families affected by injustices and harsh difficulties such as poverty and immigrant/refugee status. We will consider the specific roles and strategies of the pastoral caregiver and the faith community in helping families to negotiate challenges and create stability and well-being.

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OrganizationHow well the course was organized: 4.80 / 5
ChallengeHow intellectually challenging students found it: 4.25 / 5
AttendanceHow necessary attendance was: 4.50 / 5
AssignmentsHow helpful assignments were: 4.58 / 5

Weekly effort: ~6 hours

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Evaluation history 3 terms

All available terms for TMPS7078. Numerical averages use the five-point scale.
Term	Evaluations	Course rating	Instructor rating
Spring 2025	1	4.8	4.9
Fall 2022	1	4.2	4.5
Spring 2022	1	4.5	4.4