The Genesis of 'Becoming the Pastor's Wife'

The book 'Becoming the Pastor's Wife' was conceived after the author experienced significant success with a previous work on biblical womanhood. Initially resistant to the idea of writing again, a conversation with a colleague encouraged her to explore the topic of women's ordination, which she felt was left unaddressed in her prior book. During her research, she discovered a fascinating link between the rise of conservative movements within faith communities and the involvement of pastor's wives in opposing women's ordination. This revelation motivated her to delve deeper into the historical and cultural implications of the pastor's wife role, ultimately shaping the narrative of her current work.