Siblings or foes: what now in spiritual care research?
This article uses a sibling metaphor to outline the relationship between science and spirituality. This metaphor forms the backdrop for exploring several directions in spiritual care research. It argues that science and functional spirituality were born as siblings and need to dance now without either estrangement or incest, intent on measuring the material effects of excellent pastoral care.
Hilsman
Gordon J
GJ
Franciscan Health System, Tacoma, WA, USA. gordonhilsman@chiwest.com
D002604:Chaplaincy Service, Hospital / Q000458:organization & administration*; D003299:Cooperative Behavior; D004496:Education, Continuing; D006302:Health Services Research; D006801:Humans; D007325:Institutional Practice; D007857:Leadership; D019365:Metaphor; D009937:Organizational Objectives; D017063:Outcome Assessment, Health Care; D010327:Pastoral Care / Q000193:education / Q000458:organization & administration*; D012070:Religion and Science; D029181:Spirituality