The Biblical Role of the Pastor's wife - South African Theological ...

suitable to each wife could be impossible. However, common struggles
become apparent as shown through many writers (Dobson 2004, Senter
1979, Haggard 2004, Norland 1972, Somerville 2005, White 1986, etc.). This
guidance provided by experienced pastors’ wives is helpful and may be easier
to find with access to internet and home delivery services.
2.4.2 Do you pursue a career or any hobbies outside of the church? If
so, what are they? Why do you pursue a career or hobbies
outside the church?
22B5q: Not at this time because of family obligations. Reading is my hobby
for now. The ministry needs have been great and have kept me busy.
23B3w: Not a career really. I have a job which covers costs, I am able to work
half days and look after the kids. I enjoy reading and coffee with friends, these
are my hobbies for now.
34D5p: I have a part-time job (afternoon’s only). Never use to work while the
children were at home. I do crafts every other Monday with other ladies from
the church; I enjoy it and like to be around people. I don’t have a lot of time for
much else.
12B1s: I currently have a full-time job during the days and look after church
cleaning and maintenance when necessary. No time for hobbies although I
enjoy painting, exercising and crafts but my talents are used more in a crisis
rather than for relaxation or fun.
22B3q: I have a full-time job – financial obligations with kids in varsity, etc. I
have been working for a total of 10 years outside the church/home. I don’t
have any hobbies, but am involved in women’s ministry at the church.
23C2y: I am very creative and talented, making a lot of crafts which is
becoming more of a career now. I am somewhat of an entrepreneur and we
need the income to supplement our household expenses.
12B5t: Yes. I am a full-time educator. I am sociable and enjoy visitation.
Otherwise, I do not have any hobbies to fill my time, I am very busy with
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