Christian Virtue and Ministry to Persons with Disabilities

TitleChristian Virtue and Ministry to Persons with Disabilities
Publication TypeJournal Article
Year of Publication2010
AuthorsSteele, RB
Journal TitleJournal of Religion, Disability & Health
Volume14
Pages28–46
ISSN1522-8967
Abstract

This article describes, analyzes, and illustrates four virtues that Christian individuals and/or congregations, who intend to minister faithfully and effectively to and with persons with disabilities, ought to cultivate: 1) attentiveness, 2) patience, 3) generosity of spirit, and 4) reverence for human life. It contends that these virtues are both required for and fostered by the actual practice of ministering to and with persons with disabilities, and shows how they are often displayed by persons with disabilities themselves.

URLhttp://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/15228960903517307
DOI10.1080/15228960903517307

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