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Conscience Matters

Posted on June 19, 2012 by NACSW

A prevalent idea of conscience minimizes its claims by treating it as only one thing among others that the practitioner must take into account in deciding how to act. This view trivializes the very concept of conscience and renders it incoherent. As Christian social workers come under increasi...
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Christian practices that feed the soul

Posted on June 1, 2012 by NACSW

In social work, many of us work with troubled clients or students. Often they come with very traumatic stories that can disturb and unsettle us. Over time, we risk becoming resentful of the person or our job. So, I know that we must encourage the well-identified practices of self-care that can re...
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Faith and Social Work Practice: A Dual Relationship

Posted on May 15, 2012 by NACSW

Driving in to work this morning, I heard the song, “I Refuse” by Josh Wilson come on and thought it was the perfect answer to NACSW’s question: “How does your faith interact with your social work?” Here's the video: These powerful lyrics always seem to be the perfect reminder for me regarding w...
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