Women in Luke and Acts

The Gospel of Luke tells of Jesus’ Spirit-led ministry to all people—Jew and Gentile, slave and free, male and female. The book of Acts continues this narrative as the post-resurrection good news spreads, and the community coalesces around the kingdom values of kinship and equality in ministry. This study examines the character and development of certain women of the Way—women who were among the first and most faithful converts of the Jesus movement. Once they became a part of the Christian community, they took important roles as prophets, teachers, church leaders, and financial benefactors. Their stories will surprise you, challenge you to transcend barriers that continue to separate, and encourage you to work together to turn the world upside down.