Practical Theology and Qualitative Research - Swinton, John; Mowat, Harriet (London : SCM, 2006)
pt. 1. Theoretical foundations. What is practical theology? -- What is qualitative research? -- Practical theology and qualitative research methods -- pt. 2. The practice of research. Researching personal experience : depression and spirituality -- Researching a local church : exploring an 'emergent church' -- Researching ministry : what do chaplains do? -- Researching pastoral issues : religious communities and suicide -- Participatory research : researching with marginalized people.
Keywords: Theology, Practical Methodology.Christianity and the social sciences