MODULE III: Assimilation

Core Competencies Addressed:

Competency 4 - Understand that addiction erodes and blocks religious and spiritual development; and be able to effectively communicate the importance of spirituality and the practice of religion in recovery, using the scripture/sacred writings, traditions and rituals of the faith community.

Competency 5 - Be aware of the potential benefits of early intervention to the:
Addicted person
Family system
Affected children

Competency 6 - Be aware of appropriate pastoral interactions with the:
Addicted person
Family system
Affected children

Competency 7 - Be able to communicate and sustain:
An appropriate level of concern
Messages of hope and caring

Objectives:

  1. Students will explore the various roles that a religious leader can assume in dealing with those afflicted and affected by alcoholism/addiction.

  2. Students will list the appropriate core theological values of her/his tradition in ministry.

  3. Students will distinguish the boundary issues involved in enabling behaviors and in developing codependent relationships.

  4. Students will learn appropriate ways one can support and sustain those who are suffering with the message of hope.

 

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