women in ministry – Hopeful Wanderer

The Feminine Imago Dei

This is part of the second of two papers I submitted for my most recent deadline. It fulfils a unit called “Experiential Project with a Theological Reflection.” You’ll notice that this one is much more personal, since I reflected on my experience in ministry as a single woman. For the actual paper, I incorporated theContinue reading “The Feminine Imago Dei”

Embracing Eight

I’ve been told that 8’s are hard to love. An 8 has all the qualities of a confrontational leader that, in its unhealthy state, callously steamrolls other people and is totally out of touch with emotions. 8’s are stereotypically power-hungry, angry, and closed off from vulnerability. These qualities are difficult to swallow in women, andContinue reading “Embracing Eight”

Strength and Dignity

Happy International Women’s Day! (Did I already lose some readers? Don’t worry, I’m going to try not to be preachy or soap-boxey) Since this is a day to celebrate working women, I’d like to share my experience of working in field especially hard for women. First of all, please know that when I express thoughtsContinue reading “Strength and Dignity”