Three Obstacles to Pastoring and Caring for the Flock[1] 1. The Individualistic Nature of the Culture. Example:          An attitude that basically says, “It’s none of your business,” or “It’s my problem and I’ll deal with it may way.” Analysis:           The result is that people are islands of festering wounds.  They are isolated, diseased, and malnourished. Thus, … More Three Obstacles to Pastoral Care (and suggested paths to overcome them)