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Apologetics: The Egalitarian Imperative

By: Douglas Groothuis | June 5, 2000

There is another apologetic mission that egalitarians are in a unique and opportune position to fulfill. This involves presenting the message of biblical equality to the unbelieving world in a persuasive manner, thus winning to Christ people who might never be touched by traditionalist approaches.

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The Monstrous Regiment of Women

By: Canon Nigel B. Mitchell | March 5, 2000

It has taken some 3000 years since the time of Deborah, and over 400 years since John Knox, but in the latter part of this century most of us have realized this truth. If God raises up women as leaders, in the military, in secular politics, or in the Church, who are we to take up the [...]

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The Search for Biblical Equality in Church Life: A Korean Woman's Journey

By: Bokyoung Park | March 5, 2000

As I reached adulthood, I recognized that inherent in the structure of Korean society was gender discrimination. I also recognized that gender discrimination extended even into the Korean churches. When I felt called to attend seminary to train to be a full-time minister, my gender stood as an obstacle. 

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Teachers, Learners, Moms: A Retreat for the Whole Woman

By: Tricia Elisara | March 5, 2000

I got on the phone with a number of like-minded women, who are also moms and floated the idea of a “retreat for the whole woman.”

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A Triad of Egalitarian Short Stories

By: Verna Mae Kwiatkowski | March 5, 2000

Is a Woman Diminished by Marriage?  |  Should a Woman Hold Back to Elevate Her Husband?  |  The Importance of Gender Inclusive Language

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Why I Disagree with Dobson and the SBC

By: Kim A. Pettit | March 5, 2000

The SBC Statement on the Family, and the controversy around this statement, have provided many opportunities for new conversations.

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Our Egalitarian Story

By: Cathy and Phil Van Loon | March 5, 2000

As a couple, we have always valued equality, even if we haven’t always practiced it. It seemed to be not only an issue of basic fairness but also a practical way to share the joys and burdens of our life together. But implementing this ideal has been an incremental process.

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Questions That Mislead the Gender Debate

By: Rebecca Merrill Groothuis | March 5, 2000

Is there a principle clearly taught and consistently applied in the Bible that states women are universally limited in their rights, opportunities, and authority (whether personal, cultural, or spiritual) solely on account of their sex, and, if so, what is the logical and theological explanation for this?

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The Power of Words

By: Dr. Mimi Haddad, President of CBE International | March 5, 2000

We’re learning how to communicate biblical equality in plain English. In the next several issues of Mutuality we’ll take a look at the different methods of “diffusing” the truths of biblical equality to the broadest possible audience.

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How a Canadian PH.D. Student Became a Missionary to Denton, Texas

By: Sharon Browning | March 5, 2000

I first met Sheryl about 3 years ago. She is the co-pastor of Christ Community Church. My father, Richard New, is the “other” co-pastor. I asked Sheryl to tell her story because I think it is one of hope, joy, and perseverance.

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