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Episode 2: COVID & Worship, Seminary?, and Women in Ministry

Season 1 Episode 2 Published 5 years, 1 month ago

Questions for the Week:

Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, some people still seem skeptical that there are valid alternative ways to worship other than gathering together in person. How can I help people see the light?
I’m thinking about going to seminary. But I’m not 100% sure if it’s for me. I think I’d like to be a pastor. But I’m also aware that they're many parts of ministry that seminary won’t prepare me for. What are your thoughts?

Special Guest:
Beth Olker, Field Staff for Racial Equity and Women's Intercultural Ministries

Guest Question:

I am my congregation’s first female pastor. While most congregation members are nice and excited, I do feel that I run up against sexist attitudes at. But they aren’t overt. Things like members of session or the congregation don’t seem to “take me seriously” or only listen to my ideas if a man affirms them first. How can I help them “adjust” and accept a woman in a leadership role?

Resource Roundup:
Unbound

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