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McKean went on to work at various locations of the Church of Christ and was often criticized for what was seen as a narrow interpretation of the Bible. McKean writes, “A Christian should simply obey where the Bible speaks and only speak—have opinions?...
The central leaders of the BCC—elders, deacons and evangelists—are all male. Citing the Bible, the church professes that women cannot hold positions of authority over men. Rather, the BCC has separate women’s ministries in order to avoid the temptations and tensions...
To its members, the BCC is a way of life, a church claiming to produce “happy marriages and joyful households” through intense study of the Bible.
Bible talks are a key part of the church’s evangelism, as members are encouraged to bring at least one guest each week to their discussion sections. Something of a misnomer, Bible talks are not a time for BCC members to ask questions about their faith, but rather...
Resident advisers stand in the way of such recruiting and require placating. Jacoby’s book explains, “The resident advisor, or RA, is the most immediate symbol of authority most dorm residents face. It is important that Christians develop good relationships with the RA before the...