"This textbook is a wide-ranging introduction to the theology of communication, written by the executive secretary of the Social Communications Commission of the Catholic Bishops Conference of India (CBCI). The primary aim is to help develop the capacity to understand social communication from the perspective of pastoral leadership. Communication is viewed from various theological and sociological disciplines, ranging from 'Jesus Christ the communicator' or 'liturgy as communication' to 'God, media and popular culture' and 'narrative theology'. The book emphasises pastoral communication and includes sessions on preaching, evolving effective strategies and plans, networking and integrating communications into one’s ministry. It forms part of the 'Communications for Pastoral Leadership' formation programme of CBCI." (CAMECO Update 1-2011)