Clarity Not Consensus

In this episode of "Clarity, Not Consensus," we sit down with leaders from Epping Presbyterian Church to explore a sensitive topic that often divides congregations: women in ministry. Darwin, Wendy, and Steph share their journey of navigating theological differences with grace, humility, and a commitment to unity. Through open conversations, deep listening, and a shared focus on Christ, they demonstrate how a church can address complex issues while maintaining love and respect for one another. Their story offers a powerful model of how Christian communities can embrace diversity and remain "united around Jesus."

n this episode of Clarity Not Consensus, we sit down with Craig Tucker (Senior Minister) and Jess Ngo (Staff Assistant) from Scots Church to talk about what it really looks like for men and women to partner well in church ministry. From crafting clear roles to fostering honest theological conversations, they share how their team is building a culture of respectful, collaborative leadership. Tune in to hear how a living document is helping their church navigate complementarian values with openness, clarity, and grace.

In this episode, I'm joined by Rev David Balzer and Deaconess Roslyn Deal from Ashfield Presbyterian Church. They share how pastoral concerns, and the necessity for providing for them began a discussion about the role and place of women in the Church. David talks us through how he led the Session and the Church through the theological discussions and decisions, and how they navigated disagreement. We also learn more about Ros' employment in the Church and about their working relationship.

Dave, Mike and Chelsea from Albury Presbyterian Churches join us to talk about how they've turned up the volume on men and women as co-heirs and co-workers at Albury Presbyterian Churches.

In this episode, Stephen Taylor, Senior Minister at Charlestown Presbyterian Church, and chair of the NSW Women's Ministry Committee and Women's Engagement Working Group, and deacon, Dr Joanna Barlow, join Anna Moss to share about how complementarianism is working in their context, and how they are seeking to encourage those with a different viewpoint.

In this episode, Sheryl Sarkoezy and John McClean join Sylvia Siu to discuss how Scripture informs our inclusion of women in Committees of the PCNSW General Assembly. In this episode, Sheryl Sarkoezy and John McClean join Sylvia Siu to discuss how Scripture informs our inclusion of women in Committees of the PCNSW General Assembly.