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Come, Thou Almighty Queen: Performing Gender/Justice Through Hymns

Hymns are a powerful form of discourse. Along with other acts of worship, it is through hymns that our theological beliefs begin to be shaped. Indeed, it may be that hymns—out of all the forms of discourse in a traditional … Continue reading

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Gendered Language and the Imago Dei

When I was in fifth grade, my mom became the director of Christian Education at my home church. Consequently, before I learned to drive, I spent many hours at church waiting until it was time to go home. As it … Continue reading

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Does the Church Need a New Hymnal?

It may sound like the start of a joke, but the question is a legitimate one: How many Presbyterians does it take to decide to buy a new church hymnal? In reality, it is a significant decision that will wind … Continue reading

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HOPE for Gender Justice

In many faith communities, the first week of Advent is a time to cultivate hope — hope as we wait to celebrate the first coming of the Christ child at Christmas and hope and longing as we work and wait … Continue reading

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