{"product_id":"rethinking-pastoral-challenges-and-conflicts-matthew-ibok-9781977288592","title":"Rethinking Pastoral Challenges and Conflicts in Religious Institutions in the Light of the Synoptic Gospels","description":"\u003cp\u003eRethinking Pastoral Challenges and Conflicts in Religious Institutions in the Light of the Synoptic Gospels is a timely and significant contribution to both pastoral ministry and the broader field of conflict studies. With theological depth and scholarly clarity, Rev. Fr. Matthew S. Ibok, Ph.D., offers a thoughtful and practical guide for understanding the roots of pastoral challenges and navigating them with wisdom, compassion, and biblical grounding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs someone who studied alongside Fr. Ibok during our doctoral work in Conflict Analysis and Resolution at Nova Southeastern University-and having listened to his insightful presentations many times at the Annual International Conference on Ethnic and Religious Conflict Resolution and Peacebuilding-I can attest to his intellectual depth, pastoral sensitivity, and unwavering commitment to peacebuilding within religious communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book stands out for its unique integration of Scripture, conflict resolution theory, and lived pastoral experience. Fr. Ibok provides readers with a clear framework for conflict prevention, management, resolution, and transformation, making this work indispensable for clergy, seminarians, religious educators, and anyone seeking to build healthier, more harmonious faith communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor readers who desire a resource that is spiritually enriching, academically sound, and pastorally practical, this book is must-read.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHighly recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Basil Ugorji, Ph.D., Executive Director, International Center for Ethno-Religious Mediation, New York Conference Chair, Annual International Conference on Ethnic and Religious Conflict Resolution and Peacebuilding\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Matthew Ibok\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1977288596\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781977288592\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Outskirts Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 05\/15\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 130\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.40lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.31d","brand":"Matthew Ibok","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48659913048319,"sku":"9781977288592","price":21.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/rethinking-pastoral-challenges-and-conflicts-matthew-ibok-9781977288592","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}