There are theoretical sections and many different models of programs to support clergy families in general and in times of crisis, “preachers’ kids,” family members of people seeking ordination, and clergy families in transition from one ministry setting to another. It also includes contact information for all the dioceses in the United States, an annotated bibliography, and statistics about issues especially important for families of clergy. The goal is to help the church understand clergy families as an important element of the church system, along with clergy, congregations, and dioceses.