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Dr. Beth Allison Barr joins Amy Fritz to talk about the how women's roles in church ministry have changed throughout history.

In this episode we:

Dive into the origins and unexpected reactions to Barr's previous work, "The Making of Biblical Womanhood."
Explore how Barr's experiences as both a historian and pastor's wife influenced her latest work.
Unpack the historical context of ordination and the roles women played in early church leadership.
Reveal how cultural forces and economics, rather than biblical mandates, have historically dictated views on women's roles.
Discuss the Southern Baptist Convention's shifting stance on women's ordination in response to social and cultural changes.
Shine a light on current issues within the SBC, including the connection between power dynamics and handling of abuse cases.