Voices from the Wilderness, VII: The Witness of Mujerista Theology

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In Epiphany the church basks in the light of Christ revealed to us. Yet simultaneously we live in a world divided by difference, riven by power structures that alienate and marginalize. To our surprise, the light of God shines upon us from the other, as God listens attentively to the voice of cries from the wilderness. In showing his mercy to the oppressed, God is revealed to them in ways the powerful do not know, so that our salvation is wrapped up into listening to their voices.

This sermon series situates us as attentive listeners to theological voices that cry out from the wildernesses of oppression and injustice in our society. We will train our attention on global voices that articulate the theological vision of the oppressed. From the United States, we listen to the voice of Mujerista theology, giving voice to the Latina experience of God. From Korea, we listen to Minjung theology, the exploited who see the Suffering Servant among them. From India, we listen to Dalit theology, the “untouchables” who belong at the table of the Kingdom of God.

First Sunday after Epiphany

First Sunday after Christmas

Anna

Womanist theology is a form of reflection that places the religious and moral perspectives of women at the center of its method. It intentionally engages theological problems such as class, gender, and race. Furthermore, womanist theology intends to reimagine old religious language and symbols to give them depth, texture, and relevance for today.

Womanist theology is a helpful corrective for the Season of Advent, which has traditionally focused on male characters. For example, Joseph and Zechariah, the shepherds, the Magi, and even the angels, are said to be male. These characters quickly become the focus of most Advent storytelling. However, to be clear, without women, there is no Season of Advent. This sermon series will therefore highlight women in the biblical account throughout the life of Jesus, primarily during the days leading up to his birth. It will elevate their experiences and perspectives, thereby shining Advent-light into darkness that is often neglected in Christian imagination.

Mary of Bethany

Womanist theology is a form of reflection that places the religious and moral perspectives of women at the center of its method. It intentionally engages theological problems such as class, gender, and race. Furthermore, womanist theology intends to reimagine old religious language and symbols to give them depth, texture, and relevance for today.

Womanist theology is a helpful corrective for the Season of Advent, which has traditionally focused on male characters. For example, Joseph and Zechariah, the shepherds, the Magi, and even the angels, are said to be male. These characters quickly become the focus of most Advent storytelling. However, to be clear, without women, there is no Season of Advent. This sermon series will therefore highlight women in the biblical account throughout the life of Jesus, primarily during the days leading up to his birth. It will elevate their experiences and perspectives, thereby shining Advent-light into darkness that is often neglected in Christian imagination.