Women's ordination journey in Community of Christ predates 1984. Women have played vital roles in Christianity since its origins. However, trailblazers like Marietta Walker, Catherine Westward, and Marge Troeh faced challenges. Join Brittany Mangelson, Project Zion Podcast host, and Becky Savage, the first woman in Community of Christ's First Presidency, for part two exploring women's journey toward ordination in this denomination.

Listen to Part 1

Intro and Outro music used with permission:

“For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian Mann, admin. General Board of Global Ministries t/a GBGMusik, 458 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30308.                                    

“The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services).

All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey.

NOTE: The series that make up the Project Zion Podcast explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today’s world. Although Project Zion Podcast is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ.