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A New Way to Think About Women’s Roles

Culture
United States
Started July 11, 2026

This piece was adapted from CT’s books newsletter. Subscribe here. Julia Higgins, Christ and His Bride: How Men and Women Tell the Story of the Gospel (B&H Books, 2026) “In the past thirty years or so, conversations about womanhood in the church have been low-key obsessed with what women shouldn’t be doing,” writes Julia Higgins toward Read more. The post A New Way to Think About Women’s Roles appeared first on Christianity Today

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CLAIM Posted by admin • Jul 11, 2026
A new perspective on women's roles risks diluting theological foundations that have guided the church for centuries.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Jul 11, 2026
Focusing on what women shouldn't do in the church reinforces outdated gender norms and stifles spiritual growth.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Jul 11, 2026
While redefining roles is important, it's essential to maintain a balance that respects traditional church structures.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Jul 11, 2026
The conversation around women's roles should prioritize individual calling and spiritual gifts over societal expectations.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Jul 11, 2026
Reframing women's roles in the church encourages empowerment and acknowledges their contributions to the faith community.
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