When in 1845 the Southern Baptist Convention became the biggest Protestant "splinter group" in history--over the issue of slave ownership--women were expected to occupy a place subordinate to men. Since they were to be "silent in church;" giving their money was the only way for Southern Baptist women to make a contribution. Over the years Baptist women have gained ground toward equality only to be driven back to their "place." In "Southern Baptist Sisters David Morgan documents this yo-yoing status of women among Southern Baptists; and shows that in the new millennium Southern Baptist women are officially back where they started more than 150 years ago. But Morgan also documents the fact that Southern Baptist women nevertheless have made monumental contributions to the life and work of the denomination; and that many if not most of them fully intend to continue their "mission;" regardless.
#2498442 in Books Saqi Books 2005-01-01Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.40 x 1.10 x 6.50l; 1.27 #File Name: 0863565174320 pages
Review
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. interestingBy Danny L. Thoms Jr.Purchased for a course; the book is very well written. The subject matter is interesting as the author explain first-hand accounts of interactions and events which conspired in the foundation of the group. The leadership issues; structure of the group its funding; and training is done very well. The details and the extent of the some of the issues make the book difficult to sit down and read for a length of time. The contents become similar to an encyclopedia structure as it drags through some issues and their resolutions for a great length of time.10 of 13 people found the following review helpful. Understanding the Pragmatic Philosophy of HizbullahBy M. I. TrackerThis is an excellent book that provides insight into the thinking of the actors rather than prejudicial interpretations. I struggled with the religious references; especially in the first charpter; but once I got to the history; I was fascinated. The discussion of Hizbullah's political strategies and their agenda is very solid.I was surprised about how closely their political goals align with our ideas of democracy and a sort of Roosevelt society where institutions are in place to provide education; job equity; health care and generally a social safety net for all citizens regardless of race or ideology. This is the Hizbullah that is allied with Michel Aoun; a progressive populist as well as a Christian.
