Course Description:

Often overlooked or misunderstood are the vital roles of women in the home, society, and the church. Learners will study ministry to and by women, including biblical foundations for women and principles for evangelizing, discipling, and counseling women. Lectures focus on the history of women's ministries in the church, the role of women's ministries in the New Testament, and the contemporary cultural context for women's ministries. In addition, students will learn how to minister to the needs of specific women's groups, such as singles, homemakers, those in the workplace, and those who are hurting.

Course Objectives:

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Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

1. Articulate a biblical philosophy of ministry to and with women.
2. Discuss the nature of Christian ministry to and with women.
3. Evaluate aspects of ministry to and with women from a biblical perspective.
4. Grow in his/her understanding and appreciation of the unique privileges and opportunities of women in Christian ministry.
5. Clarify his/her own personal approach to women in ministry.
   

Course Texts:

Students will read from a course Reader.
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