121: Catherine Cowell: Finding God's Feminine Side

Jun 4, 2025

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Catherine experienced her faith journey in small, incremental shifts.
Questioning beliefs can lead to deeper understanding and growth.
Maturity in faith involves embracing uncertainty and mystery.
The divine can be understood through both masculine and feminine imagery.
Catherine's experiences with church communities shaped her views on faith.
The journey of questioning can be seen as an invitation to grow.
Feminine imagery for God exists in scripture but is often overlooked.
Cultural norms have historically marginalized feminine perspectives in faith.
The church's patriarchal structure influences perceptions of God.
Reclaiming feminine imagery can enrich spiritual experiences. Gender roles in faith are often seen as divinely designed.
Both men and women are created in God's image.
The interpretation of scripture is influenced by human perspectives.
Cognitive dissonance is prevalent in faith communities.
Inerrancy of scripture can reflect patriarchal biases.
Jesus elevated women in his teachings and actions.
The divine feminine can unlock new spiritual insights.
Historical context is crucial for understanding biblical texts.
Faith communities often struggle with contradictory beliefs.
A feminine perspective of God can provide healing for those with father wounds.

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