Is the church male-dominated? Does it oppress women?

There is a perception by many outside of the church that the church is male-dominated and restricts the role of women.  The perception is partially correct because, in reality, some local churches are male-dominated and do restrict the role of women.  While this is not true of every local church, it's true in enough local churches to cause women to ask, 'Are women valued in the church?" and "How do women's gifts take expression in the church?:  These are ironic questions given the radical inclusion of women demonstrated by Jesus.  Yet, they remain. 

What do the scriptures say about the role of women in Jesus' church?  How do we understand them and apply them in our context today?    That is what we are exploring in week 3 of our series, "They Like Jesus but Not the Church."   

Come ready to explore what it means to follow Jesus in the complex and rapidly changing environment of American culture!

Worship begins at 9 am!  Nursery and Kid's Celebration are available from birth through 5th grade!  

Contact the church office with questions!  309.367.4892 or metmenno@mtco.com