Step 1: Initial Contact and Consultation
☐ Schedule a Meeting: Initial appointment with pastoral counselor
☐ Clarify the Purpose: Understand the need for pastoral counseling (determining college – university major, career, occupation, vocational, or avocational issues)
☐ Introduce the Pastoral Counseling Process: Overview of the steps and goals
☐ Confidentiality Agreement: Discuss confidentiality and ethical boundaries
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Step 2: Assessment & Self-Reflection
☐ Career/Occupation Assessment: Discuss the questionnaire, current career or occupation, job satisfaction, and challenges
☐ Spiritual Assessment: Explore how faith and spiritual beliefs affect career or vocation decisions
☐ Values & Skills Inventory: Evaluate personal strengths, weaknesses, interests, and values in relation to work
☐ Identify Life Goals: Discuss long-term goals, personal aspirations, and callings
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Step 3: Pastoral Counseling Sessions
☐ Pastoral Counseling Discussion: Open dialogue about spiritual guidance in your career/occupational/vocational/avocational journey
☐ Workplace Stress & Conflicts: Explore how to handle difficult workplace situations, interpersonal issues, religious coping, other coping styles, or moral dilemmas
☐ Vocational Calling: Reflect on your sense of purpose and how your faith informs your career decisions
☐ Biblical Guidance: Discuss relevant scripture that applies to work, career, and vocational calling
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Step 4: Goal Setting
☐ Short-Term Goals: Set immediate, realistic goals for your career or vocational journey
☐ Long-Term Vision: Define your broader vocational aspirations (e.g., career changes, leadership roles, community impact)
☐ Action Plan: Create steps toward achieving goals, including skill development or job search strategies
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Step 5: Accountability & Ongoing Support
☐ Check-ins: Schedule follow-up meetings to review progress and adjust goals if needed
☐ Support & Prayer: Ongoing prayer and spiritual support throughout the process
☐ Continued Counseling: Determine if additional sessions are needed for deeper reflection or guidance
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Step 6: Conclusion & Reflection
☐ Evaluate the Pastoral Counseling Process: Reflect on the insights gained and the progress made
☐ Celebrate Achievements: Acknowledge milestones and achievements in your career or vocational journey
☐ Prepare for Next Steps: Discuss any future pastoral counseling or continued growth opportunities
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