When the Shoe Was on the Other Foot
As a male, I recently had an experience that involved gender stereotyping, from which I learned a lot. For one thing, I learned a bit
October 28, 2016
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Does Male-Headship Theology Dehumanize Women?: Part 1
Bitches Bunnies Chicks Heifers Vixens Shrews Women Are you offended by anything in the above list? If so, why? Is it the mention of a
October 27, 2016
Evangelicals and the Pursuit of Power
In recent years, we American evangelicals have struggled more than ever to manage our “image.” In 2016 alone, significant numbers of abused women and children
October 24, 2016
Challenging Hidden Gender Messages: From Sensory Videos To Silent Sermonizing
Babies love contrasting colors, repetition, and music. Some brilliant people realized this attraction and created baby sensory videos. My granddaughter has a few favorites. One
October 19, 2016
6 Myths About Advocating for Women in Ministry
Recently, I received a couple of e-mails from a few well-meaning friends suggesting that I tone it down with social media posts advocating for women
October 18, 2016
Challenging “Locker Room Talk”
When I was a senior in high school, I engaged in a one-woman feud with the football team and school administrators after the opening night
October 13, 2016
CBE Fights Gender-Based Violence At “Truth Be Told” Conference
Have you ever been to a really great party? And have you ever found yourself, days later, replaying powerful conversations with friends and coworkers, thankful
October 10, 2016
4 Ways For Male Pastors To Avoid Sexism When Preaching
A few months ago, a guest speaker at my church spoke on the Christian obligation to fight and end human trafficking. And his conclusion was
October 4, 2016
My Band of Brothers: Men Who Support Women In Ministry
I am a woman called to minister as a pastor in the body of Christ. My ministry journey is layered with men who called out
September 29, 2016
It’s Time To Start Recognizing Sexism In the Church
Sometimes sexism is harsh, blatant, and outrageous. And sometimes it’s none of those things. There are blatant forms of sexism as well as more subtle
September 27, 2016