Restoring Christian Leaders

Abstract

In this article, we examined factors that might be associated with restoring pastorsto wholeness. We began with an example of a pastor's extramarital affair that can have far reaching effects on various members within a community of faith. Next, we examined the concepts of transgression and stress, forgiveness, reconciliation, and restoration used in recent empirical studies. We suggested how certain nuances such as state and process conceptualizations might make a difference in clinical practice. Finally, we offered suggestions for clinical practice and research.