Janette Ok

Dr. Janette H. Ok, an Associate Professor of New Testament at Fuller Seminary and ordained pastor at Ekko Church, discusses the vital role of women in religious leadership. She emphasizes how women's voices enrich congregations and shares practical steps for women to embrace their leadership roles. Janette highlights the importance of self-awareness and intentionality in effective communication. She also addresses the challenges of imposter syndrome and the necessity of recognizing diverse contributions in ministry, advocating for collaboration in gender equality.

Janette Ok, an Associate professor at Fuller Theological Seminary and expert in Asian American biblical interpretation, joins Jordan Ryan, Associate professor at Wheaton College focusing on Filipino American biblical studies. They discuss how personal and cultural backgrounds influence biblical readings and challenge the notion of colorblindness in theology. The conversation emphasizes that every interpretation is subjective and rooted in diversity, showcasing how their work in 'The New Testament in Color' enriches understanding and engagement with scripture.