A dozen interfaith clergy held a July 9 blessing ceremony at a women’s reproductive-health clinic in Texas to demonstrate there is more than one way for Christians to view the abortion debate.
In the wake of Trump’s election, a meeting in the Ladies’ Room
Okay, ladies. Huddle up. We’re having this meeting in the Ladies’ Room because we have a serious problem that can no longer be ignored. You don’t have to be even all that in touch with world events to know that…
Pastor cites ‘feminist rebellion’ in moral decline
By Bob Allen A Southern Baptist pastor said in a televised sermon Dec. 6 that today’s controversy over transgender rights has its roots in “feminist rebellion” against the Bible’s teaching on hierarchy within marriage. “The mayor of Houston says that…
Baptist woman breaks ground — into coaching football
By Jeff Brumley Some women are called to break barriers by becoming deacons, senior pastors and denominational leaders. For Aleena Garcia, 20, it’s coaching football. And while it’s not a church ministry, Aleena said her Baptist faith, plus an early…
Baptist Women’s World Day of Prayer: Reflections, memories and prayers
By Nora O. Lozano La versión en español está disponible aquí. This coming Monday, Nov. 2, Baptist sisters worldwide will be observing the Baptist Women’s World Day of Prayer. This year marks the 65th anniversary of this observance, and women…
Día Mundial de Oración de las Mujeres Bautistas: Reflexiones, recuerdos y oraciones
Nora O. LozanoTraducido por Cristina Rodríguez Alejandro An English version is available here. Este próximo lunes 2 de noviembre, las hermanas bautistas de todo el mundo conmemorarán el Día Mundial de Oración de las Mujeres Bautistas. Este año se cumple…
When she preaches
Growing up, I sat at the feet of countless remarkable male preachers. Besides Beth Moore, I don’t recall ever hearing a woman preach until my sophomore or junior year of college. I witnessed countless men stand behind pulpits, open their…
Egalitarian advocate preaches at Campbellsville
By Bob Allen A leading advocate of the view that the Bible calls women and men to share authority equally in service and leadership in the home and church recently urged students at Campbellsville University to push past assumptions about…
Women in the world of the Pope
By Molly T. Marshall A bit of sadness crept over me as I watched the departing ceremony of Pope Francis. His presence in our midst has called each of us to a more joyous and merciful way of living. As…