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- Keywords
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- church leadership,
- egalitarianism,
- complementarianism,
- women discrimination,
- lead pastor,
- religious social issue
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Throw Another Pebble on the Pile
One Woman's Leadership Journey in the Church
by
Michelle Felice
Should a woman be allowed to lead a church? From hushed conversations to national board rooms, this question is hotly debated in churches across North America. Michelle Felice left her profession in the medical field, returned to school to attain a master’s degree, and started a new career as a pastor. This fifteen-year journey took her from director of children’s ministry to associate pastor and interim lead pastor. Then an unexpected series of events put her in a position that she had not anticipated—the opportunity to apply for the role of lead pastor. Experienced. Personable. Trusted. Pastor Michelle possessed everything she needed to do the job, including twenty-three years of relationships built with the church members. It seemed natural to many people that her application would be encouraged, and she be considered a strong candidate . . . until someone read the fine print. Throw Another Pebble on the Pile: One Woman’s Leadership Journey in the Church is an empowering and thought-provoking book that will further the dialogue about this important question. It is a story that will create conversation concerning female leadership in the church, prompt critical thinking, and explore the roadblocks on the path to egalitarianism in the Christian church.
"A triumphant memoir" —Foreward Clarion Reviews "This is a mind-blowing book! It’s a testimony to Michelle’s obedience, God’s faithfulness and the shockingly blatant ignorance and prejudice that face so many women called to lead in the church. Read it and you’ll know that God is on the move, calling and equipping women to help lead the church to a holy and hopeful future." —Danielle Strickland, author, international speaker, podcaster, and social justice advocate.
Michelle Felice has a Master of Arts in Christian Studies, held leadership roles in her church for fifteen years, and served terms on her denomination’s provincial and national boards. She is passionate about connecting with people through conversations on life and faith and enjoying the beauty of Vancouver Island, British Columbia, where she currently resides with her husband, John.
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