Using Technology to Practice a Baxter Model of Pastoral Care with Families of Children at Central Baptist Church in Corbin, Kentucky

Abstract

This project sought to effectively utilize modern technological advancementsin communication to practice the pastoral care model of Richard Baxter with families of children (ages 5-11) at Central Baptist Church in Corbin, Kentucky. Chapter 1 presents the ministry context, rationale, and methodology for this project. Chapter 2 examines the scriptural and theological basis for using technology to implement a Baxter model of pastoral care. First, Acts 20:17-38 and 2 Timothy 3:14– 4:5 are examined to address pastoral care. Then, the concept of the apostolic parousia is examined as a model for the use of technology in the preparation of pastoral visits. Chapter 3 explores the historical and philosophical basis for using technology to implement a Baxter model of pastoral care with families with children. Chapter 4 describes the project in detail, covering the methodology and curriculum used in this project. Chapter 5 evaluates the effectiveness of the project based upon the completion of three set goals.