The Women's Christian Theology Reader

"This groundbreaking reader challenges the absence of female voices in traditional surveys of Christian theology. Drawing exclusively from texts authored by women, this anthology provides a comprehensive introduction to the contributions of women theologians from every era. It defies the notion of a single "woman's perspective" by including diverse voices from feminist, womanist, Eastern Orthodox, Pentecostal, traditional Roman Catholic, and Evangelical traditions. Through a range of literary genres and registers of voice, including hymnody, autobiography, poetry, and more, students will be able to engage with theology in a way that reflects the lived texture of Christian experience. Each chapter features visual art by women artists, alongside commentary from the editors. With commissioned essays from notable women theologians and cross-referenced connections, this reader fosters a living and ongoing theological conversation. Addressing the need for inclusive theological education, The Women's Theology Reader provides a vital resource for students and instructors, amplifying the voices of women throughout Christian history."--

Beth Ritter-Conn is Assistant Professor of Religion and Honors at Belmont University in Nashville, TN. Her work has been published in Review & Expositor, The Wabash Center Journal on Teaching, and The Other Journal. She specializes in theology and feminist thought, focusing on the voices of women in Christian history, and has contributed chapters to multiple edited volumes.
Steven R. Guthrie is Professor of Theology and the Arts at Belmont University, and Senior Fellow of the Creative Arts Collective for Christian Life and Faith. He is the author of Creator Spirit: The Holy Spirit and the Art of Becoming Human and the General Editor of The Oxford Handbook of Music and Christian Theology. His research explores the intersection of theology, music, and the arts.