Have you heard of the love and respect theory often used by complementarians? We’re discussing this dangerous idea today on Christian Feminism Weekly. “I think that the idea that, ‘men need respect, but women don’t need respect, women need love, but men don’t need love so much’ is really just an excuse for men not … More Who Needs Respect More, Men or Women? – CFW
I’m so proud of Ashley for launching the campaign for the Courage Conference. This is going to be an awesome event, and you can hear about it in today’s podcast! For more info visit http://www.thecourageconference.com
Today, Ashley and I are talking about how to practically use one’s gifts rather than gender roles to help your relationship thrive. “One argument complementarians often use for men and women sticking to their gender roles is that they’ll say it’s for the sake of order. Is it really going to be orderly if one … More Gifts, not Gender – CFW
This week Ashley and I are giving tips on how men can support women as equals and leaders. “It’s one thing to say you’re for full gender equality, and it’s another thing to actually live it out. If you’re a pastor, look around at your staff. Is your staff full of men only? Take a … More How Men Can Support Women – CFW
Hi everyone! Today Ashley and I are talking about how feminism has led us to see the racism that is still happening today. “[Christian Feminism has] opened up my eyes more to the fact that racism is still alive and it’s not hard to find. It’s softened my heart to see more of who God really is and what … More How Feminism Opened Our Eyes to Racism – CFW
After a couple of weeks away, welcome back to Christian Feminism Weekly With Ashley & Charlie! I just got back from my honeymoon and today I’m sharing about my Egalitarian wedding ceremony. Nate and I incorporated lots of non-traditional elements and Egalitarian features that fit us as a couple. Find out what traditions we opted out of and what new additions … More Christian Feminism Weekly With Ashley & Charlie
“You don’t want to cut your hair short. Look at all the girls on TV. Their hair is long because that’s what people think is beautiful.” “Don’t crack your knuckles. What do you think a boy would think of you if you cracked your knuckles on a first date?” These were my father’s last-ditch efforts … More Seeking Approval From God – Not Men (By Rachel Lindke)
This week on Christian feminism weekly, Ashley and I are talking about losing your identity in complementarianism and finding it in egalitarianism. “Finding yourself in Jesus and the acceptance and love He offers is so much richer than submitting to a manmade doctrine.” Have a story similar to this? Share it with us through email or … More Christian Feminism Weekly with Ashley & Charlie
I grew up with a Complementarian approach to relationships. I was a firm subscriber to the set-apart femininity lifestyle and after many failed relationships, had resigned myself to wait patiently for my warrior-poet to arrive. After all, everything I read promised he would. I met my husband about 2 years into this phase of life … More You Can Find a Man to Marry, But You Can’t Make Him Lead
Welcome back to Christian Feminism Weekly with Ashley and Charlie! Today we talk about the after effects of complementarianism. Here’s a sneak preview: “…I don’t think that everyone who calls themselves Complementarian is abusive or is in an abusive relationship BUT if you follow the teaching, the mainstream Complementarian teaching, out to its full logical end … More The After Effects of Complementarian Theology
