by Leo Yates Jr. (Author)
Leo Yates, Jr.'s Interpreting at Church: A Paradigm for Sign Language Interpreters, 5th Edition is a well-written and one-of-a-kind resource that discusses essential information for sign language interpreters who will provide professional services in a church or other ministry settings. The book covers a wide range of materials including certification, ethical issues, standards, compensation, and skill development. Updates and expanded sections in the fourth edition include: Current certification standards, problem solving techniques, advocacy, an accessibility audit checklist for churches, various worship styles, an expanded wedding and funeral chapter, interpreting in online worship, ideas for coordinating a Deaf ministry, and more. It also contains an expanded religious sign dictionary and helpful suggestions from veteran interpreters.