“Plus, they are able to minister in intimate situations where a man would not be welcome, …..”

William, that is a good point. But why can't Christian women, with their understanding, minister to other women without being pastors? It would be the same as any lay person ministering to others and witnessing for Christ. I'm not a pastor, but as I come in contact with people, whether in the workplace or on the street, I love turning our conversation around so I can witness for Christ.
 
Is the motivation of some to become pastors financial, or a genuine desire to minister to others? Even so, do some feel more comfortable witnessing for Christ by carrying the name "pastor"? After all, not many openly ridicule pastors for being Christians, it's expected of them, whereas laity, when they mention Christ, are looked upon as weak or Bible-bashers. 

I think those genuinely wanting to know Christ feel more comfortable speaking with Christians they come in contact with than pastors.