The Holy Post Episode 457: Paul, Power, & Patriarchy with Beth Allison Barr
May 19, 2021
Mike Erre, guest host and expert on evangelicalism, joins Kaitlyn Schiess to tackle the scandals and misogyny within the church. They explore the balance of loving evangelicals while critiquing the system. Baylor historian Beth Allison Barr discusses her book, revealing how Paul's writings on women have been misinterpreted and how historical views of womanhood shaped today's church. The conversation invites a reassessment of gender roles, uncovering women's crucial contributions throughout church history, challenging traditional patriarchy.
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The 500-Butt Worm
- Phil Vischer shares a News of the Butt story about a marine worm with one mouth and up to 500 posterior branches.
- Scientists are puzzled because the branches lack digestive contents, suggesting alternate nutrient absorption.
Evangelicalism As Culture More Than Doctrine
- Evangelicalism in the U.S. is often more cultural than strictly theological and carries embedded power dynamics.
- Some harms (misogyny, protection of leaders) may be features of the movement, not mere bugs.
Public Exposure Can Spur Reform
- Mike Erre argues many troubling practices are features and Jesus is dismantling hypocritical systems.
- He sees current exposure of abuses as part of a corrective, reformative process toward genuine discipleship.
