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Untangled Faith

131: Exploring Women's Historical Roles in Ministry. Guest: Dr. Beth Allison Barr

Mar 11, 2025
51:59

Dr. Beth Allison Barr joins Amy Fritz to talk about the how women's roles in church ministry have changed throughout history.

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In this episode we:

  • Dive into the origins and unexpected reactions to Barr's previous work, "The Making of Biblical Womanhood."

  • Explore how Barr's experiences as both a historian and pastor's wife influenced her latest work.

  • Unpack the historical context of ordination and the roles women played in early church leadership.

  • Reveal how cultural forces and economics, rather than biblical mandates, have historically dictated views on women's roles.

  • Discuss the Southern Baptist Convention's shifting stance on women's ordination in response to social and cultural changes.

  • Shine a light on current issues within the SBC, including the connection between power dynamics and handling of abuse cases.

 

Featured Guest

  • Dr. Beth Allison Barr https://bakerbookhouse.com/products/598817

 

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