No Words: A Lament for Women
When I was looking at the worship life of the American church, I noticed that lament, and something like the book of Lamentations,…
In Support of the Female Pastor: Practicing Our Theology
I am thankful to have a church heritage that affirms and values women in ministry, women in leadership, and female pastors. Yet, I…
Women and Church Politics: Living Outside the Bubble
I never thought I would ever write a book about politics! But as my husband (and co-pastor) and I led our congregation through…
On Being a Daddy’s Girl
Today we're sharing some delightful reflections on the impact of fathers by guest author Sarah Schwartz. Happy Father's Day! "Throughout my childhood, people…
3 Reasons to Be a Feminist
From the editor: We had so many wonderful submissions that we've extended our series of personal stories of Christian women who identify as…
The Anointing of Jesus at Bethany
This week we are pleased to bring you three Easter reflections on women disciples who were an integral part of Jesus' live and…
3 Third World Jesus Feminists You Should Know
Today the average Christian looks like a poor Nigerian woman rather than a European well-educated male as in the past. In 2050, 72…
Why Women Matter: The Church as the Face of God
Though there are probably as many conceptions of “primary issues” for the Church as there are churches, a typical list is easily constructed.…
Thoughts on an Unsuccessful Job Interview: Jesus Loves Women (and People Who Disagree with Me)
"It says that your area of study is Women’s Literature and Feminist Theory. How is that compatible with teaching at a Christian university?"…
Really? You Listened to a Woman?
When my friend Melissa asked the discussion question, I wanted to shrink into the floor. “What do you need to confess?” she said.…
A Complementarian View of Justice?
Last week, I attended The Justice Conference that was held here in Los Angeles. I have to say up front that it was…
I Didn’t Go to Church Today…
I didn’t go to church today. I didn't go to church because...my church is still asking “what should women be allowed to do?”…