One of the most important and innovative thinkers of the early twentieth century, James H. Snowden was a pioneer in the field of pastoral psychology, creating a new approach to religious education and spiritual counseling that emphasized the importance of psychological insights and scientific research. In this seminal work, Snowden explores the role of religion in human life, drawing on the latest findings in psychology, philosophy, and theology to help pastors and educators promote faith, hope, and healing in their communities. An essential resource for anyone involved in religious leadership and education. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.