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The Minister and the Boy: A Handbook for Churchmen Engaged in Boys' Work

By Allan Hoben
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Aimed at ministers and lay leaders, the handbook urges prioritizing organized boys' work within changing social conditions and offers practical guidance for initiating and supervising programs. It calls for pastoral leadership and careful study of boy nature, contrasts village and city contexts, and emphasizes the ethical value of organized play as a means of character formation. Chapters provide advice on vocational guidance, civic training, and nurturing religious life, and recommend the formation of church boys' clubs with concrete organizational and educational suggestions drawn from the author's experience in congregations and social agencies.

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Allan Hoben

Allan Hoben was an author known for his contributions to literature focused on youth and church work. His notable work, "The Minister and the Boy: A Handbook for Churchmen Engaged in Boys' Work," serves as a practical guide for church leaders involved in mentoring young boys. Hoben's writing reflects a commitment to fostering positive relationships between ministers and youth, emphasizing the importance of guidance and support in their development. Through his work, he aimed to equip churchmen with the tools necessary to engage effectively with boys in their communities.

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