Koenig, Harold G. 1951-

In the wake of disaster : religious responses to terrorism and catastrophe / Harold G. Koenig. - Philadelphia : Templeton Foundation Press, c2006. - xx, 162 p. ; 23 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Psychological and spiritual consequences of disasters -- National, state, and local disaster planning and response -- Religion and coping with stress and disaster -- The faith community's role during disaster -- Faith-based organizations involved in disaster response -- Coordinating faith-based efforts at the local level -- Preparing faith communities for disaster -- Barriers and obstacles to integration -- Overcoming the barriers -- Final comments.

9781932031997 (pbk. : alk. paper) 1932031995 (pbk. : alk. paper)

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Church work with disaster victims--United States.
Disasters--Religious aspects.
Disasters--Psychological aspects.
Disaster relief--United States.

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