This subject explores the origins, history and nature of an ordained ministry. It makes an inquiry into how such a ministry is related to the ministry of 'the priesthood of all believers'. It explores the tension between ecumenical practice and denominational perspective. The debates over the ordination of women and those in a same-sex relationship provide case studies into differing ethical and theological understandings of ordination, leadership and church practice. The subject is designed to create a theological understanding of ordination that is mindful of the complex history of the rite and office.
No offerings have been identified for this subject in 2019.
HD/FL
One session
School of Theology
Bachelor of Theology
1. What is ordination? 2. The biblical background. 3. The emergence of ordination in the early church. 4. Reformation understandings 5. The ecumenical witness. 6. The ordination of women. 7. The ordination of lesbians and gays. 8. Ordination and alternative patterns of ministry. 9. The theology of ordination. 10. Ordination sermons. 11. Ordination rites.
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