The Bible For Normal People
[ATBW] Episode 1 - George Orwell Warned Us About 1984
Mar 13, 2025
Pamela Durso, President of Central Seminary, and Meredith Stone, Executive Director of Baptist Women in Ministry, delve into the transformative history of women in the Southern Baptist Convention. They highlight St. Fabiola’s legacy of compassion and the groundbreaking work of female pioneers in 1984 who fought for women's ordination. The conversation examines the ongoing struggles for equality in ministry and how societal pressures have influenced the church's stance on female leadership, sparking vital discussions still relevant today.
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- St. Fabiola's transformative journey from personal adversity to establishing Europe's first public hospital illustrates the profound impact of compassionate service on society.
- Her legacy as a patron saint for women enduring hardship highlights the enduring themes of resilience, redemption, and the fight for women's dignity.
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The Life of St. Fabiola
St. Fabiola, born to a wealthy Roman family in the mid-4th century, underwent significant personal transformations that ultimately led to her legacy as a patron saint. Initially, she married young and experienced a tumultuous life, including a divorce from a husband described by St. Jerome as overly abusive. Despite these challenges, she remarried, which put her in conflict with church ordinances prohibiting such actions while a first spouse was alive. Following the death of her second husband, Fabiola publicly repented and dedicated herself to helping the poor and sick, illustrating her journey towards redemption and highlighting her resilience.
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