One item that was not fully resolved at the 2012 General Assembly Agenda in Orlando was WOMEN in MINISTRY. Item 15 expressed a general desire to permit women to be fully represented in all roles within the church. It was NOT a gender issue, but rather a leadership one – an issue of ministry and of responsibility, if you will. Coming from a long line of women ministers in the churches, one ca... »
During the 100th International Assembly of the Church of God of Prophecy in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Bishop Sam N. Clements, general overseer, opened his biennial address by giving honor and celebrating the roles of women in both speaking and serving ministries. “Even though Jesus choose 12 men to be with Him, women were a vital part of His ministry and the ministry of the early church,”... »
Dale M. CoulterI understand that there are some CG ministers and laity who think that the teachings of the denomination already exceed scripture with respect to endorsing women in the roles of pastors and leaders. My p... »
Women today face the challenge of trying to meet everybody else’s needs, often ignoring their own needs. They may find that they try to be the perfect wife, mother, employee, etc., and still maintain their home, social life, and physical … Continue reading → »