Information for Authors

Pastoral Psychology provides a forum for discussion of the work of ministry from the perspectives of the human sciences (primarily psychology, but also anthropology and sociology) and by theological disciplines. This work is illumined by comments from other professions and professionals, by behavioral science research and theory, and by theological awareness and critique. As Sponsors of this journal, the Princeton Theological Seminary will have the authority to appoint an Editor, set up an Editorial Board, and establish an Advisory Committee for the journal. This sponsoring function will in no way involve the Seminary in either financial or legal commitments by way of past or future subscription liabilities or any other kind of expenditures or commitments. In agreeing to sponsor this publication, the Princeton Theological Seminary specifically disclaims any responsibility for or liability arising from printed material which may appear in such publication. In agreeing to appoint an Editor, set up an Editorial Board, and establish an Advisory Committee, Princeton Theological Seminary is merely providing logistical support for the journal. Such support should not be necessarily construed as Seminary endorsement of the views or articles therein expressed.

Manuscripts should be submitted to Lewis R. Rambo, Editor, Pastoral Psychology, San Francisco Theological Seminary, San Anselmo, CA 94960, in triplicate, accompanied by sufficient postage. The entire manuscript, including abstracts, references, quotations, and tables are generally about 10 to 25 pages in length, typed on one side of the page only with double-spacing throughout on 8 1/2 by 11 inch heavy weight paper. A margin of at least one inch should be left on all four sides. Style should conform to that found in these pages. Please allow two to four months for editorial processing. Unsolicited manuscripts cannot be returned unless accompanied by a stamped, self-addressed envelopt. Further information concerning the preparation of manuscripts can be obtained from the Editor.

Introductory Footnote. Submit a brief introductory footnote on a separate sheet of paper, double-spaced. It should contain an address (including zip code) so that readers can request reprints. This footnote may contain simple statements of credit and research support and/or professional affiliation.

Abstracts. Manuscripts must be accompanied by an abstract of about 75 words, typed double-spaced on a separate sheet of paper. A list of 3-5 key words is to be provided directly below the abstract.

Reference Style. All manuscripts must conform to the style form of the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association. Third Edition.

Personal-Computer Disks. After a manuscript has been accepted for publication and after all revisions have been incorporated, manuscripts should be submitted to the Editor's Office as hard copy accompanied by electronic files on disk. Label the disk with identifying information--software, journal name, and first author's last name. The disk must be the one from which the accompanying manuscript (finalized version) was printed out. The editor's Office cannot accept a disk without its accompanying, matching hard-copy manuscript.