Rachel wonder what are the next issues evangelicals will eventually change their minds about.

Rebecca reflects on the danger of turning the church into saviour.

Heather asks how we might view Biblical stories differently if we were to stop reading them through the lenses of patriarchy.

Heather K-D gives her thoughts on the spiritual themes in Prince Caspian.

and Jan comments on her ecclesiastical non-negotiables.

Jan examines our willingness to share the indiscretions of our past (and how that relates to gender) in her post The Secret Life of Moms.

Sally shares her thoughts as she prepares for Mothering Sunday.

Lisa explores the different forms of justice.

Heather questions what it means to take ones faith to the next level.

Anne looks at the nature of disenfranchised grief.

I (Julie) reflect on if Christians should apologize for our communal sins.

And this has been an interesting week for bloggers to examine issues related to gender and women in ministry. A few conversations to check out –

Jenell Paris has created a (so-far) seven part series on the topic. Parts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7.

Eugene Cho addresses the Biblical defense of women in ministry.

and Rose Madrid-Swetman writes on the need to change power structures in the church to give women more access to leadership.

Wilsford gives some insights comparing the church to a social institution.

Shayne shares her spiritual experience in yoga class.

Amy discusses leadership, strengths, and servanthood.

Nadia addresses modern idolatry in her typical witty and sarcastic fashion.

Heather comments on repentance from religion.

Ellen writes on worship, creativity, and manipulation.

and Kathy reflects on the conversation she had when her niece asked “Auntie Kathy are you sure it’s not wrong for you to be a pastor?”.

Shayne explores what it means to live with trauma.

Sally reflects on Woman as Eikon (God’s image bearer).

Jemila asks about what is our true identity.

and for your theological amusement … The Doctrine of Feline Sedentation.

Jemila gives her thoughts on the church as social structure.

Jan reflects on art in the worship space.

Nadia writes about prosperity preachers for the God’s Politics blog.

Heather reflects on the nature of sermons.

and I comment on how it is easier to be an activist in hindsight.

Amy has some insightful thoughts on learning styles.

Sonja reflects on clay jars.

Lyn writes about her identity crisis is accepting the emerging/emergent label.

Heather reflects on the moral lessons of “Horton Hears a Who.”

To point out Emerging Women in the news – Kelly Bean is highlighted in The Oregonian.

and I highly recommend Jenny Baker’s article Rediscovering Heart on gender differences and the church. (ht – Jonny Baker).

Kathy has posted an excellent summary and reflection on the sessions she led at The New Conspirators conference. The topic was emerging women finding their voice and is well worth the read.

Makeesha reflects that in denying women a voice the world is handicapped by half.

Happy posts her thoughts on the struggles of spiritual leadership.

Tia Lynn started a series on egalitarianism over at Abandon Image.

and I write on the need for emerging resources and theology for children.

Kathy reflects on the struggle to make the church a welcoming place for all.

Betsy writes on becoming a locavore.

Sally ponders the significance of Mary in her faith.

Jan comments on the recent Pew report on church affiliation.

and Erika Haub has some thoughts on the purpose and effectiveness of typical church outreach.

Shayne reflects on serving as a wounded healer in her role as hospital chaplain as the NIU victims arrived.

Jemila writes on scapegoats and atonement.

Heather wonders about the spiritual discipline of deep rest.

H.W. asks some good questions about men and women working together in the church.

Kathy gives her thoughts on church leadership and co-pastoring.

and I write about loving Jesus with my mind.

Wilsford comments on judgmentalism and grace.

Kim reflects on knowledge and uncertainty.

Heather writes on communal worship and the dangers of assuming “this is a song everyone knows”.

Jewslntexas gives her take on christian women and CHRISTIAN women.

and I posted on why I like blogs and blogging.