Leanne Shields - Pastoral Care in the inner city

Leanne Shields

I completed the one year certificate in Applied Theology at IBI, but since then I have remained a frequent visitor and also came back to take the Old Testament Wisdom Literature and Youth Ministry modules.
I LOVED my time at IBI and while it was a time for me to learn and grow in my own personal faith, it was also a period where I learned a lot of skills that have equipped me to be more effective in my ministry – in daily life, in my Church as I lead the children/youth ministry and within my workplace in the city.
I am currently working at Dublin Christian Mission as one of the youth workers. Due to the nature of inner-city life and the problems that people face on a daily basis, I found the module on Pastoral Care particularly useful. It showed me simple and effective ways that I could help people as they work through many difficult situations. I also found the communication module extremely practical as I learned many useful tips that I have been able to apply as I have been preparing and delivering talks to our children and young people, but also as we visit churches to share of our work here in the mission!

Leanne Shields