Week 1 establishes the biblical, theological, and theoretical frameworks and the foundational knowledge and skills that you will build upon in the weeks to come. As you finalize your readings, develop brief talking points on the biblical and theological perspectives on families that you gathered from the reading. Also, be prepared to discuss notable experiences that have shaped your image of a healthy marriage and family. Be sure to identify whether you are referring to marriage and family in North American society context or a different society. Prior to the Discussion, case study entitled “Sally and Joseph’s Family Crisis.” Tasks: In 275 words, respond to the following: . In listening to the case study, discuss three things about the family’s situation that would concern you the most should you be called upon to minister to a family in the same or similar situation. . As you discus about the family, select and incorporate at least three of the concepts listed below in the discussion. Be sure to pay careful attention to the appropriate usage of each term: . Subsystem .Interdependency .Boundaries .Cybernetic control .Homeostasis .Adaptation .Role .Entropy .Morphogenesis .Reorientation . Given the knowledge about the historical developments of family therapy that you developed from the readings, discuss your views on whether Christian individuals and families ought to participate in marriage counseling with secular counselors or avoid such relationships all together. What are some of the benefits or risks associated with your perspective? This is the Case Study Analysis: The case study analysis used in the section is useful for helping you to develop your critical-thinking and problem-solving skills. You get an opportunity to acquaint yourself with a near-life example of challenges families might face in counseling and to practice your skills of critical analysis and assessment. In addition to practicing those skill sets, the case study allows your instructor to assist you in applying or infusing theory into practice. In the case of Sally and Joseph, the family is facing a crisis related to the death of their son. You have the opportunity to the experience from the perspectives of the two parents, the two remaining siblings, and even the pastor who is providing pastoral care. By listening to the case as oppose to reading it, you have the opportunity to hone your listening and assessment skills. As with any case, your ability to capture subtle details is of great importance. The case study also provides an opportunity to explore appropriate ways of demonstrating empathy to those you serve. Critical thinking is also important, in that you are called upon to draw conclusions based on the evidence presented. Finally, this case study provides opportunities for some introspective work. While examining the issues presented, you may take time to explore your worldview concerning the major issues and use this as a time for personal enhancement and spiritual formation.
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