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The Power of Educated Women
By: Angela Hurst | March 16, 2016
I was fortunate to be raised by parents who valued and encouraged education for their daughters. Growing up in a family of three daughters with a fairly egalitarian father, I never knew the sting of boys being favored over girls in anything—sports, education, career, or ministry.
Military Versus Ministry
By: Angela Hurst | March 7, 2016
Until I launched my own dream to plant a church, I found more freedom to be who God created me to be and to exercise my gifts of teaching, leadership, and yes, even pastoring, in the military.
President's Message: The Power of Story
By: Dr. Mimi Haddad, President of CBE International | March 5, 2016
During my PhD studies at the University of Durham (Durham, England), I lived and studied beside some of the most dedicated Christians I have ever known. Separated for years from their families, they worked without ceasing, seven days a week, indebted to the communities that supported their education. Often struggling with English and the bitter [...]
The Challenge of Leading In A Hierarchically Ordered Universe
By: Karen Longman | August 26, 2015
God uses all kinds of spokespeople to communicate important messages to the church and world. In the past few years, former US President Jimmy Carter has been one such advocate—challenging audiences to affirm and respect the personhood and contributions of women. Carter's 2014 book, A Call to Action: Women, Religion, Violence, and Power, [...]
Creating A Paradigm Shift in Denominational Practices
By: Frank Stevenson | August 1, 2015
Examines practical approaches to systemically reverse the historical trend of sexism in the church.
Privilege and Shame
By: Ken Fong | August 1, 2015
Applying established principles from the kingdom of God might sound obvious, but it's clear that men with power and privilege aren't applying them enough. Learn how this secret shame can be overcome so that more women are empowered in Christian settings.
What Can Be Done to Support Women at Work: A Biblical Proposal
By: Cristina S. Richie | March 5, 2015
In the academic world, the female evangelical is often absent. This absence is not due merely to lack of numbers, but also to a system that makes “male” the default for promotions, raises, leadership, and work style. Though I write from the academy, many of the same patterns and structures exist in any [...]
Womentoring
By: Bev Murrill | March 5, 2015
One of the key issues faced by women in the church is the lack of provision for ongoing leadership development. Even in churches that espouse gender equality, women woefully lack leadership opportunities, especially on the platform.
31 Years in Ministry
By: Judie Ritchie | October 8, 2014
As October rolls around, officially "Pastor Appreciation Month," I'd like to share my perspective on how you might appreciate your own pastor.
Single. Female. Pastor.
By: Stephanie Williams | September 4, 2014
Single. Female. Pastor. Three words that are hard to swallow for the general population, much less the Christian community.