Essays In Pastoral Medicine

A thoughtful compilation that brings together physicians and theologians to untangle the moral knots that appear when medical practice meets pastoral care. The essays examine topics ranging from the ethics of disinfection and pain relief to the more contentious questions of fetal intervention, offering contemporary scientific insight alongside theological reflection.

By highlighting the frequent miscommunication between doctors and moral scholars, the work demonstrates how reliable medical facts can reshape ethical judgments, and vice‑versa. Readers will find practical guidance for clergy who counsel the ill and for doctors who must navigate conscience‑laden decisions, all presented in a clear, historically grounded style that respects both professions.