ABSTRACT THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN DEMOCRACY AND EQUAL DISTRIBUTION OF RESOURCES IN KENYA: A STUDY OF ALL SAINTS CATHEDRAL NAIROBI by Paul Kibirech Korir This study under the topic, the relationship between democracy and equal distribution of resources in Kenya: a study of All Saints Cathedral Nairobi challenges the Church to remain vibrant and relevant in its operation context. All Saints Cathedral Nairobi was chosen as the base for this study because of its diversity, history, and location (being situated in Nairobi, the capital city of Kenya). 250 respondents from the Cathedral were chosen randomly to participate in this study to represent the entire congregation. This study has been informed by the infamous post election violence that characterized Kenya’s 2007/2008 general elections. When the tenets of democracy are hanging in the balance, the Church cannot afford to bury its head in the sand. Makui Waruiru insightfully commending on democracy in Kenya observes: “Kenya’s future as a democracy can only be assured by the development of a strong and vibrant civic-minded culture” (2003, ProQuest). Seeing democracy through these lenses in the light of this study, it is evident that the Church has a crucial role to play in nurturing the spirit of equity, fairness and justice. The data analyzed revealed from the majority of the participants that: 1. There is visible evidence of unequal distribution of resources in Kenya that jeopardizes democracy and stability 2. When the standard of living of a people is compromised at the expense of corruption and inequality, the people naturally resort to violence to express their anger and dissatisfaction 3. The role of the Church in enhancing democracy need to be reactivated 4. There is need to ensure free, fair and credible elections at all times so as to manage people’s expectations and aspirations 5. There is an urgent need for the Church to advocate for a comprehensive and consistent civic education From the major findings, recommendations are made on how the Church in Kenya, and in this case the Anglican Church of Kenya can better contribute to the growing of democracy in Kenya. This will be possible when institutions that promote equity, fairness, justice and quality are strengthened. This will enhance equal distribution of resources and access to available opportunities which is what democracy seeks to acheive. DISSERTATION APPROVAL This is to certify that the dissertation entitled THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN DEMOCRACY AND EQUAL DISTRIBUTION OF RESOURCES IN KENYA: A STUDY OF ALL SAINTS CATHEDRAL NAIROBI presented by Paul Kibirech Korir has been accepted towards fulfillment of the requirements for the DOCTOR OF MINISTRY degree at Asbury Theological Seminary Dr. Milton Lowe Dissertation Coach Date Dr. Ellen Marmon Director, Doctor of Ministry Program Date Dr. David Gyertson Dean of the Beeson Center Date THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN DEMOCRACY AND EQUAL DISTRIBUTION OF RESOURCES IN KENYA: A STUDY OF ALL SAINTS CATHEDRAL NAIROBI A Dissertation Presented to the Faculty of Asbury Theological Seminary In Partial Fulfillment Of the Requirements for the Degree Doctor of Ministry by Paul Kibirech Korir May 2017 © 2017 Paul Kibirech Korir ALL RIGHTS RESERVED TABLE OF CONTENTS Page LIST OF TABLES ........................................................................................................... viii LIST OF FIGURES ........................................................................................................... ix ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS .................................................................................................x CHAPTER 1 NATURE OF THE PROJECT .....................................................................1 Overview of the Chapter .........................................................................................1 Personal Introduction ..............................................................................................3 Statement of the Problem ........................................................................................5 Purpose of the Project……………………………………………………………..8 Research Questions ..................................................................................................7 Research Question #1 ..................................................................................8 Research Question #2 ..................................................................................8 Research Question #3 ..................................................................................9 Research Question #4 ..................................................................................9 Rationale for the Project ..........................................................................................9 Definition of Key Terms .......................................................................................15 Delimitations .........................................................................................................18 Review of Relevant Literature ...............................................................................19 Research Methodology .........................................................................................29 Type of Research ......................................................................................29 Participants ................................................................................................29 Instrumentation .........................................................................................30 iii Data Collection .........................................................................................30 Data Analysis ............................................................................................31 Generalizability .........................................................................................31 Project Overview ..................................................................................................31 CHAPTER 2 LITERATURE REVIEW FOR THE PROJECT .........................................33 Overview of the Chapter ........................................................................................33 Biblical Foundations ..............................................................................................38 Imago Dei: The Image of God ...................................................................38 Freedom from Slavery and Sin ..................................................................39 Dominion Over Creation............................................................................40 The Ministry of the Holy Spirit .................................................................41 Theological Foundations ........................................................................................42 Theology of Hope and a Future .................................................................43 Theology of Liberation and Freedom ........................................................45 Theology of Equity and Integrity ...............................................................46 Theology of Reconciliation and Redemption ............................................48 Theology of Social Transformation ...........................................................50 Current Reality in Kenya .......................................................................................52 Political Landscape ....................................................................................52 Economic Context ......................................................................................54 Leadership Challenge in Kenya .................................................................56 The Missional/Prophetic Church ...............................................................58 Gap Analysis in Literature ....................................................................................60 iv Research Design Literature ...................................................................................63 Summary of Literature ..........................................................................................68 CHAPTER 3 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY FOR THE PROJECT .............................82 Overview of the Chapter ........................................................................................82 Nature and Purpose of the Project .........................................................................82 Research Questions ................................................................................................83 Research Question #1 ................................................................................83 Research Question #2 ................................................................................84 Research Question #3 ................................................................................85 Research Question #4 ................................................................................86 Ministry Context(s) ................................................................................................87 Participants ............................................................................................................89 Criteria for Selection .................................................................................89 Description of Participants .......................................................................90 Ethical Considerations ..............................................................................90 Instrumentation