Includes bibliographical references (p. 226).

pt. 1. Setting the scene. Introduction -- The structures of the Church of England -- Professional support systems -- pt. 2. Background, methodology and family stress. Background perspectives -- Stress in a family setting -- Setting up the research -- pt. 3. The curacy stage : the first family interviews. Moves, accommodation and education -- The public view of curates -- The cost -- Reflections on issues at the curacy stage -- pt. 4. A pause for thought. The double bind and the accommodation syndrome -- Yardsticks for independence -- pt. 5. The incumbency stage. Moves and education -- Finance and the public role -- The clergy view of the job and its impact on the family : and days off -- Conflict and health -- The third interviews -- pt. 6. Responses and conclusions. The response of the groups -- Reflections and dilemmas -- Recommendations -- A final reflection for the whole church.

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Who cares for the carers? Is it possible for the families of public figures to have private lives? How does it feel to be a vicarage child in the 21st century?. The authors tackle an area of enormous importance for the Church: the stresses of clerical family life, with implications which range from the nature of the appointments system and the principle of tied accommodation to the way in which the Church supports its clergy and their families. More than simply a critique of the current situation, however, this book makes some specific recommendations, thus offering a valuable resource to