Where have all the men gone? a study of men's issues and male images in the mainline Christian church from the perspective of alienated men

Dennis K Lueck

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Where have all the men gone? a study of men's issues and male images in the mainline Christian church from the perspective of alienated men

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MLA citation style (9th ed.)

Dennis K Lueck. Where Have All the Men Gone? a Study of Men's Issues and Male Images In the Mainline Christian Church From the Perspective of Alienated Men. St. Stephen's College University of Alberta. rim.ir.atla.com/concern/etds/6b01dd13-88f1-444c-a5af-add0072abac7.

APA citation style (7th ed.)

D. K. Lueck. Where have all the men gone? a study of men's issues and male images in the mainline Christian church from the perspective of alienated men. https://rim.ir.atla.com/concern/etds/6b01dd13-88f1-444c-a5af-add0072abac7

Chicago citation style (CMOS 17, author-date)

Dennis K Lueck. Where Have All the Men Gone? a Study of Men's Issues and Male Images In the Mainline Christian Church From the Perspective of Alienated Men. St. Stephen's College University of Alberta. https://rim.ir.atla.com/concern/etds/6b01dd13-88f1-444c-a5af-add0072abac7.

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Dennis K Lueck

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Abstract

This project/dissertation examines the question, 'Why are middle-aged men exiting the mainline Christian church, addressing mid-life issues outside the church which has historically asserted patriarchal dominance and strength?' A qualitative research methodology was employed with use of a standardized open-ended questionnaire. Responses of the men revealing their life issues and religious/spiritual attitudes were placed in dialogue with theorists of men's studies and relevant theological themes. Explanations were given as to why men are exiting the churches, including the church's failure to connect with male mid-life issues. The dissertation concludes with significant implications for congregational ministry and leadership.

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