Meggan Watterson

Meggan Watterson, feminist theologian and author, offers a fierce, spiritual take on righteous anger. She talks about sacred rage as love. They probe institutional failure, believing survivors, and reclaiming spiritual authority. Historical acts of resistance and rituals for when the world is on fire are woven throughout.

In this insightful conversation, Meggan Watterson—a Harvard-trained feminist theologian and bestselling author—delves into the erased gospels of women leaders. She discusses the cultural impact of silencing women's voices and the powerful stories of figures like Mary Magdalene and Thecla. Meggan reveals how these narratives challenge patriarchal structures and celebrate feminine divinity. She offers a soul-voice meditation and emphasizes the importance of reclaiming feminine love and inner power for true spiritual connection.

Meggan Watterson, a theologian and author of 'The Girl Who Baptized Herself,' discusses the significance of embodied spirituality and the fascinating stories behind the Gospel of Mary and the Acts of Paul and Thecla. She delves into the transformational role of Mary Magdalene and the historical erasure of women's voices in early Christianity. The conversation highlights the seven powers as avenues for personal growth and the struggle for authenticity against societal pressures. Watterson also sheds light on Thecla's journey of self-discovery and empowerment through community support.