Episode Details

In this conversation, Rev. Dr. Glenn Packiam joins Dr. Lynn Cohick to dive deep into a transformative journey of understanding women's leadership in the church. Through a thoughtful, biblically grounded exploration, Glenn shares how Rockharbor Church carefully examined scriptural perspectives on women's roles, ultimately deciding to include women as elders. They unpack theological insights, cultural contexts, and the power of the Holy Spirit in empowering all believers, offering a nuanced and hope-filled approach to church leadership that honors both men and women as image-bearers of God.

Resources Mentioned:   

Women in Leadership: A Biblical Vision of Kingdom Partnership (Rockharbor Resources) by Rev. Dr. Glenn Packiam  

What's a Christian, Anyway?: Finding Our Way in an Age of Confusion and Corruption by Rev. Dr. Glenn Packiam  

The Intentional Year: Simple Rhythms for Finding Freedom, Peace, and Purpose by Holly + Glenn Packiam  

Rediscovering Scripture's Vision for Women: Fresh Perspectives on Disputed Texts by Dr. Lucy Peppiatt  

Being God's Image: Why Creation Still Matters by Dr. Carmen Joy Imes  

The Visual Museum of Women in Christianity  

Episode Sponsor:  

The Alabaster Jar is brought to you by The Center for Women in Leadership, a newly formed 501©3 nonprofit organization whose purpose is to equip women in a context that is biblically rooted, theologically robust, and ethnically diverse to thrive as leaders in the a