An unexpected calling? A qualitative and systematic theological study of calling as a source of identity among pastors in The Church of Norway.
Bjarte Hetlebakke
Ph.d.-kandidat
- bjarte.hetlebakke@vid.no
Project period
september 2021–september 2024
Supervisors
Knut Alfsvåg VID
Bård Eirik Hallesby Norheim NLA
About the project
How is calling a source of identity among pastors in The Church of Norway?
The research project will start with a base in systematic theology on calling, ministry and priesthood. Then a qualitative dive into the mysteries of calling among pastors in The Church of Norway, by individual interviews. How do they navigate their calling (if they have one) in a modern employee-situation? How does calling infect their identity as pastors, in their introspective thinking, coworking with other employees and among church members?
The study will seek answers to the ongoing recruiting crisis in the church and give important insights to the leadership debate in the church.
Background
Master in Theology, Norwegian School of Mission and Theology, 2014
Research group
Church and Practice