For anyone seeking an accessible introduction to Christian pastoral care, this short guide offers a practical introduction to caring for congregations and communities. It includes: - A brief exploration of the Biblical and theological background of pastoral care. - Self-care: assessing your abilities and sources of support. - Keeping everyone safe: the principles behind all safeguarding policies. - How best to care for LGBTQI+ and BAME people, and asylum seekers. - The place of prayer in pastoral care, including pitfalls to be aware of. - Conducting pastoral visits at home, in a coffee shop or online. - Caring for families and children. - Caring for sick people. - Caring in difficult situations.