Abstract

In this thesis I apply a holistic systemic approach to explore how the evangelical Christian church can heed women's experience of "otherness" as information about the health of the community. In response, I compose a model of storytelling in small groups to facilitate the integration of women's point of view into the community's story of itself. I focused the inquiry on change that will influence the relationships and information flows among the members of the evangelical Christian community while honoring the truth the community professes. A viable model will enhance the community's ability to engage and embody God and gospel. I performed this work through reflection on reading and personal experience.