Deconstructing Patriarchy

In this episode Paul, Alyssa, and Larry discuss and deconstruct the cultural system of patriarchy and look to see how this hierarchy of power has been reinforced by mainstream Christianity. As followers of Jesus what does the Bible say about gender? And are there expectations of our roles within society? Listen and join the conversation today!

Notes:

• Google Dictionary: Patriarchy
• The Biblical Narrative, by Robert Alter
• The Making of Biblical Womanhood, by Beth Allison Barr
• Paul and Gender, by Cynthia Westfall
• “Holding your power and using your resources in service of others.” John Dickson, Humilitas