Details for MIN231 Women and Men in Christian Ministry

Critically evaluate sociological and religious influences on gender roles throughout church history. Explore the role of the Bible in current debates over women in ministry. Analyse contexts, particularly in Pentecostal settings, where egalitarian leaders operate. Examine the dynamics of men and women working together in contemporary church ministries. Gain broad knowledge of influential Christian figures who shaped the perception of shared ministry across historical and cultural boundaries. Finally, construct a personal philosophy of egalitarian ministry.

Quick Stats

• Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
• Course code: MIN231
• Credit points: 10

Subject Coordinator

Prerequisite

The following are prerequisites requirements:

• At least 40 credit points, including THE101 Christian Worldview

Unit Content

Outcomes

1. Critically evaluate the sociological and religious factors affecting gender roles throughout church history;
2. Discuss the role of the bible in the current debate over women in ministry and leadership;
3. Analyse the contexts in which egalitarian leaders operate in churches. This includes particular focus on Pentecostal contexts;
4. Examine the place of women and men working together in contemporary church ministries;
5. Demonstrate a broad knowledge of key Christian women and men, across historical and cultural boundaries, that have influenced the perception of shared ministry; 
6. Construct a personal philosophy of egalitarian ministry.

Subject Content

• Biblical foundations of egalitarian ministry
• The role of women and men in contemporary society
• Feminism and women’s movement’s
• Theological and charismatic perspectives on egalitarian ministry
• Women in the formation and growth of Australian Pentecostalism
• Challenges and possibilities for egalitarian ministry

This course may be offered in the following formats

• Face to Face (onsite)
• Distance/E-learning (online)
• Intensive (One week: 7 hours per day for 5 days = 35 class hours + approx 108 hours out of class time for research, writing, exam preparation and execution, ancillary activities associated with completion of assigned tasks)
• Extensive

Please consult your course prospectus or enquire about how and when this course will be offered next at Alphacrucis University College.

Assessment Methods

• Major Essay (50%)
• Interveiw Analysis (30%)
• Forum Discussion (20%)

Prescribed Text

Primary readings provided