by Kelly Pelton (written 11 Oct 2025)

To give up patriarchy requires trust,
a trust that God is guiding female and male,
His Spirit leading all whom He indwells;
His all-surpassing power will not fail.

We ask Him for His wisdom in our midst
to help us set good boundaries with each one
who guides the corporate worship or the teaching;
then only the Lord's finest will be done.

We trust that God will heal us through the ways
His children of both genders beam His light
and love and truth and grace, with confidence
that in Christ, all our faith will become sight.

This holy invitation is for all
who've pondered God's impartiality;
let Him reveal Christ's way to read His word
and open up your eyes to let you see.

(Selah)