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.
In the podcast, Ros references Dr Clare Deeves PHD on women employed in complementarian settings. Clare will feature in an upcoming episode of CNC, but in the meantime you can hear her discussion with Rev Dominic Steele on The Pastor's Heart.
We also refer to sever documents created by David and the Session at Ashfield Presbyterian Church on the role of women in the life of the Church. You'll find them attached below:
Session Decisions Relating to Women's Participation in Church Gatherings
Position Paper on Women Leading Church Services
Women's Ministry Leadership Team Guidelines
Commissioning for Women's Ministry Leadership Team