Episdoe 14: Patriarchy 2 - The Incredible Shrinking Room with guest, Iver Robinson
Jun 3, 2024
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Pete Briscoe talks with Iver Robinson about the damage patriarchy does to women in church settings. They discuss the historical and contemporary effects of patriarchy, challenges faced by women in church leadership, and the need to address longstanding injustices for genuine love and personhood.
Patriarchy affects women in church settings, leading to suppression and silencing.
Introducing functional equality in church leadership can expand women's autonomy and decision-making capabilities.
Deep dives
Challenging Patriarchal Norms in Church Leadership
Over a span of 25 years, the host and his wife worked with male elders to change the church's stance on women's leadership roles, eventually achieving functional equality by allowing women to hold leadership positions in the church.
Historical Perspectives on Patriarchy and Women's Spaces
The podcast delves into the concept of patriarchal equilibrium and how it affects women's freedoms and choices across different historical contexts. It highlights the shifting boundaries of patriarchy and how they impact the size of a woman's 'room' where she can exercise autonomy and decision-making.
Impacts of Patriarchy on Women's Lives
Through a discussion with Emi Elizabeth Anderson, the episode explores the damaging effects of patriarchy on women worldwide. It outlines how patriarchal systems can lead to isolation, control, limited opportunities for education, work, financial freedom, and decision-making, ultimately hindering women's empowerment and autonomy.
Personal Reflections and Resilience Amidst Adversity
The episode features Iver Robinson's personal journey as a woman in church leadership, navigating challenges of sexism and racism. Despite facing obstacles, funding cuts, and gender biases, Iver demonstrates resilience, balancing anger with gratitude, and remaining committed to her calling and the love-driven aspects of ministry. Her story reflects a blend of perseverance, faith, and a desire to create inclusive spaces for authentic human connection.
In her book “The Making of Biblical Womanhood” Beth Allison Barr said, “from the ancient world through the modern world, history told a continuous story of patriarchy - of women suppressed, oppressed, devalued, and silenced.”
Much of this oppression has occurred in the church. Today we discuss the damage patriarchy does to women in church settings and Pete talks with Iver Robinson, a church leader who has experienced this.
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