en Clarity Not Consensus A podcast by the PCNSW Women's Engagement Working Group 300 clarity not consensus © Clarity Not Consensus 2024 Discussions about the engagement of women in decision making forums in the PCNSW. gospel christianity SySiu@pcnsw.org.au (Clarity Not Consensus) https://claritynotconsensus.pcnswwomen.org.au SySiu@pcnsw.org.au Clarity Not Consensus support@newfrontdoor.org (New Front Door) false Thu, 28 May 2026 17:50:44 GMT Thu, 28 May 2026 17:50:44 GMT https://claritynotconsensus.pcnswwomen.org.au/podcast/even-in-conflict-god-is-at-work-pt-2 In part two of this conversation, Sylvia continues speaking with Reverend Bern Merchant about peacemaking, pastoral care, and theological disagreement within the PCNSW. Together they explore reconciliation, emotional honesty, caring for those who are hurting, and how Christians can continue loving one another faithfully amidst deep differences. f1c8dbe1-df8d-43ca-860d-e2b095fa514d Tue, 26 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT Even in conflict, God is at work Pt 2 Even in conflict, God is at work Pt 2 false In part two of this conversation, Sylvia continues speaking with Reverend Bern Merchant about peacemaking, pastoral care, and theological disagreement within the PCNSW. Together they explore reconciliation, emotional honesty, caring for those who are hurting, and how Christians can continue loving one another faithfully amidst deep differences. 2910 https://claritynotconsensus.pcnswwomen.org.au/podcast/even-in-conflict-god-is-at-work-pt-1 As Assembly approaches, conversations around men and women in the Church have become increasingly difficult and deeply personal for many within the PCNSW. In this special two-part episode, Sylvia speaks with Reverend Bern Merchant about theological disagreement, peacemaking, emotional honesty, and what it means to love one another well in the midst of conflict. Featuring readings by Mrs Jen Boer from Every Moment Holy. bf131ed1-103f-46e3-a252-3d01d09d5ddf Mon, 25 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT Even in conflict, God is at work Pt 1 Even in conflict, God is at work Pt 1 false As Assembly approaches, conversations around men and women in the Church have become increasingly difficult and deeply personal for many within the PCNSW. In this special two-part episode, Sylvia speaks with Reverend Bern Merchant about theological disagreement, peacemaking, emotional honesty, and what it means to love one another well in the midst of conflict. Featuring readings by Mrs Jen Boer from Every Moment Holy. 3333 https://claritynotconsensus.pcnswwomen.org.au/podcast/the-way-gods-made-us-is-beautiful-not-a-burden Clare serves on the ministry team of her church in Perth while also lecturing in theology at university. As she trained women for ministry, she began to notice a troubling pattern: many gifted women were well-prepared theologically, yet struggled to flourish once they joined church staff teams. So she started asking deeper questions. What does it actually look like when men and women work well together in complementarian settings? Where does it break down? And why? 09179ae2-2533-4961-8a8a-1f4b9296e902 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The Way God's Made Us Is Beautiful, Not A Burden The Way God's Made Us Is Beautiful, Not A Burden false Clare serves on the ministry team of her church in Perth while also lecturing in theology at university. As she trained women for ministry, she began to notice a troubling pattern: many gifted women were well-prepared theologically, yet struggled to flourish once they joined church staff teams. So she started asking deeper questions. What does it actually look like when men and women work well together in complementarian settings? Where does it break down? And why? 3551 https://claritynotconsensus.pcnswwomen.org.au/podcast/united-around-jesus In this episode of "Clarity, Not Consensus," we sit down with leaders from Epping Presbyterian Church to explore a sensitive topic that often divides congregations: women in ministry. Darwin, Wendy, and Steph share their journey of navigating theological differences with grace, humility, and a commitment to unity. Through open conversations, deep listening, and a shared focus on Christ, they demonstrate how a church can address complex issues while maintaining love and respect for one another. Their story offers a powerful model of how Christian communities can embrace diversity and remain "united around Jesus." de898121-a64b-4688-90af-f638d93c1ae1 Mon, 26 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT United Around Jesus United Around Jesus false In this episode of "Clarity, Not Consensus," we sit down with leaders from Epping Presbyterian Church to explore a sensitive topic that often divides congregations: women in ministry. Darwin, Wendy, and Steph share their journey of navigating theological differences with grace, humility, and a commitment to unity. Through open conversations, deep listening, and a shared focus on Christ, they demonstrate how a church can address complex issues while maintaining love and respect for one another. Their story offers a powerful model of how Christian communities can embrace diversity and remain "united around Jesus." 3578 https://claritynotconsensus.pcnswwomen.org.au/podcast/the-joy-of-adorning-the-gospel n this episode of Clarity Not Consensus, we sit down with Craig Tucker (Senior Minister) and Jess Ngo (Staff Assistant) from Scots Church to talk about what it really looks like for men and women to partner well in church ministry. From crafting clear roles to fostering honest theological conversations, they share how their team is building a culture of respectful, collaborative leadership. Tune in to hear how a living document is helping their church navigate complementarian values with openness, clarity, and grace. 5bf6947d-0c1f-43e8-8834-8fad1ed33905 Tue, 13 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT The Joy of Adorning the Gospel The Joy of Adorning the Gospel false n this episode of Clarity Not Consensus, we sit down with Craig Tucker (Senior Minister) and Jess Ngo (Staff Assistant) from Scots Church to talk about what it really looks like for men and women to partner well in church ministry. From crafting clear roles to fostering honest theological conversations, they share how their team is building a culture of respectful, collaborative leadership. Tune in to hear how a living document is helping their church navigate complementarian values with openness, clarity, and grace. 3271 https://claritynotconsensus.pcnswwomen.org.au/podcast/the-cost-of-clarifying-convictions In this episode, I'm joined by Rev David Balzer and Deaconess Roslyn Deal from Ashfield Presbyterian Church. They share how pastoral concerns, and the necessity for providing for them began a discussion about the role and place of women in the Church. David talks us through how he led the Session and the Church through the theological discussions and decisions, and how they navigated disagreement. We also learn more about Ros' employment in the Church and about their working relationship. 620cea0f-3d10-48cd-9f4f-d8d6ceb56d03 Mon, 17 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT The Cost of Clarifying Convictions The Cost of Clarifying Convictions false In this episode, I'm joined by Rev David Balzer and Deaconess Roslyn Deal from Ashfield Presbyterian Church. They share how pastoral concerns, and the necessity for providing for them began a discussion about the role and place of women in the Church. David talks us through how he led the Session and the Church through the theological discussions and decisions, and how they navigated disagreement. We also learn more about Ros' employment in the Church and about their working relationship. 3179 https://claritynotconsensus.pcnswwomen.org.au/podcast/turning-up-the-volume-on-co-heirs-and-co-workers Dave, Mike and Chelsea from Albury Presbyterian Churches join us to talk about how they've turned up the volume on men and women as co-heirs and co-workers at Albury Presbyterian Churches. e572febe-6182-4604-9a1e-f58628ee991f Fri, 22 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT Turning Up The Volume on Co-Heirs and Co-Workers Turning Up The Volume on Co-Heirs and Co-Workers false Dave, Mike and Chelsea from Albury Presbyterian Churches join us to talk about how they've turned up the volume on men and women as co-heirs and co-workers at Albury Presbyterian Churches. 2894 https://claritynotconsensus.pcnswwomen.org.au/podcast/episode-2 In this episode, Stephen Taylor, Senior Minister at Charlestown Presbyterian Church, and chair of the NSW Women's Ministry Committee and Women's Engagement Working Group, and deacon, Dr Joanna Barlow, join Anna Moss to share about how complementarianism is working in their context, and how they are seeking to encourage those with a different viewpoint. a1c2e23a-c2bb-4d3d-9a6e-de9c773d8a77 Thu, 29 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT Co-Heirs and Co-Workers - with Rev Stephen Taylor and Dr Joanna Barlow Co-Heirs and Co-Workers - with Rev Stephen Taylor and Dr Joanna Barlow false In this episode, Stephen Taylor, Senior Minister at Charlestown Presbyterian Church, and chair of the NSW Women's Ministry Committee and Women's Engagement Working Group, and deacon, Dr Joanna Barlow, join Anna Moss to share about how complementarianism is working in their context, and how they are seeking to encourage those with a different viewpoint. https://claritynotconsensus.pcnswwomen.org.au/podcast/episode-1 In this episode, Sheryl Sarkoezy and John McClean join Sylvia Siu to discuss how Scripture informs our inclusion of women in Committees of the PCNSW General Assembly. In this episode, Sheryl Sarkoezy and John McClean join Sylvia Siu to discuss how Scripture informs our inclusion of women in Committees of the PCNSW General Assembly. c7e984b3-36a5-471f-adeb-c896e41639a4 Wed, 17 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT Women in GANSW Committees - with Rev Dr John McLean and Sheryl Sarkoezy Women in GANSW Committees - with Rev Dr John McLean and Sheryl Sarkoezy false In this episode, Sheryl Sarkoezy and John McClean join Sylvia Siu to discuss how Scripture informs our inclusion of women in Committees of the PCNSW General Assembly. In this episode, Sheryl Sarkoezy and John McClean join Sylvia Siu to discuss how Scripture informs our inclusion of women in Committees of the PCNSW General Assembly. 3658