Marg Mowczko
@margmowczko.bsky.social
Grateful for the new life Jesus offers to every person on the planet. Advocate for mutuality and unity between women and men in ministry and in marriage. Blogs at MargMowczko.com
미쁘다 이 말이여
미쁘다 이 말이여
Paul described his apostolic ministry in maternal and paternal terms. And Moses described his leadership in maternal terms.
It seems God does not want his people led only in a "masculine" manner. (From my archives.)
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It seems God does not want his people led only in a "masculine" manner. (From my archives.)
margmowczko.com/masculine-an...
Paul's Masculine and Feminine Leadership - Marg Mowczko
Paul describes his ministry in maternal and paternal terms.
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February 15, 2026 at 1:40 AM
Paul described his apostolic ministry in maternal and paternal terms. And Moses described his leadership in maternal terms.
It seems God does not want his people led only in a "masculine" manner. (From my archives.)
margmowczko.com/masculine-an...
It seems God does not want his people led only in a "masculine" manner. (From my archives.)
margmowczko.com/masculine-an...
Every Woman in Romans and 1-2 Corinthians
In part 3 of my list of every woman in the New Testament, I list every woman mentioned in Paul's letters to the Romans and Corinthians.
In part 3 of my list of every woman in the New Testament, I list every woman mentioned in Paul's letters to the Romans and Corinthians.
Every Woman in Romans and 1-2 Corinthians
In part 3 of my list of every woman in the New Testament, I list every woman mentioned in Paul's letters to the Romans and Corinthians.
margmowczko.com
February 11, 2026 at 6:30 AM
Every Woman in Romans and 1-2 Corinthians
In part 3 of my list of every woman in the New Testament, I list every woman mentioned in Paul's letters to the Romans and Corinthians.
In part 3 of my list of every woman in the New Testament, I list every woman mentioned in Paul's letters to the Romans and Corinthians.
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10 years ago, I learned that there are good reasons to think that "God hates divorce" is an INCORRECT interpretation of Malachi 2:16, and I learned that several highly respected English translations convey a completely DIFFERENT interpretation.
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God on Divorce (Malachi 2:16) - Marg Mowczko
Better translations of Malachi 2:16, that faithfully reflect the Hebrew grammar, do not say that God hates divorce.
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February 6, 2026 at 2:03 AM
10 years ago, I learned that there are good reasons to think that "God hates divorce" is an INCORRECT interpretation of Malachi 2:16, and I learned that several highly respected English translations convey a completely DIFFERENT interpretation.
margmowczko.com/divorce-mala...
margmowczko.com/divorce-mala...
10 years ago, I learned that there are good reasons to think that "God hates divorce" is an INCORRECT interpretation of Malachi 2:16, and I learned that several highly respected English translations convey a completely DIFFERENT interpretation.
margmowczko.com/divorce-mala...
margmowczko.com/divorce-mala...
God on Divorce (Malachi 2:16) - Marg Mowczko
Better translations of Malachi 2:16, that faithfully reflect the Hebrew grammar, do not say that God hates divorce.
margmowczko.com
February 6, 2026 at 2:03 AM
10 years ago, I learned that there are good reasons to think that "God hates divorce" is an INCORRECT interpretation of Malachi 2:16, and I learned that several highly respected English translations convey a completely DIFFERENT interpretation.
margmowczko.com/divorce-mala...
margmowczko.com/divorce-mala...
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New on my blog.
In part 2 of my series, Every New Testament Woman, I list every woman mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles. Have you heard of all these women?
margmowczko.com/every-nt-wom...
In part 2 of my series, Every New Testament Woman, I list every woman mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles. Have you heard of all these women?
margmowczko.com/every-nt-wom...
Every Woman in the Book of Acts - Marg Mowczko
In part 2 of my series, Every New Testament Woman, I list every woman mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles.
margmowczko.com
February 3, 2026 at 11:52 AM
New on my blog.
In part 2 of my series, Every New Testament Woman, I list every woman mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles. Have you heard of all these women?
margmowczko.com/every-nt-wom...
In part 2 of my series, Every New Testament Woman, I list every woman mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles. Have you heard of all these women?
margmowczko.com/every-nt-wom...
New on my blog.
In part 2 of my series, Every New Testament Woman, I list every woman mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles. Have you heard of all these women?
margmowczko.com/every-nt-wom...
In part 2 of my series, Every New Testament Woman, I list every woman mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles. Have you heard of all these women?
margmowczko.com/every-nt-wom...
Every Woman in the Book of Acts - Marg Mowczko
In part 2 of my series, Every New Testament Woman, I list every woman mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles.
margmowczko.com
February 3, 2026 at 11:52 AM
New on my blog.
In part 2 of my series, Every New Testament Woman, I list every woman mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles. Have you heard of all these women?
margmowczko.com/every-nt-wom...
In part 2 of my series, Every New Testament Woman, I list every woman mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles. Have you heard of all these women?
margmowczko.com/every-nt-wom...
Every Woman in the Book of Acts
In part 2 of my series, Every New Testament Women, I list every woman mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles.
In part 2 of my series, Every New Testament Women, I list every woman mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles.
Every Woman in the Book of Acts
In part 2 of my series, Every New Testament Women, I list every woman mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles.
margmowczko.com
February 3, 2026 at 11:30 AM
Every Woman in the Book of Acts
In part 2 of my series, Every New Testament Women, I list every woman mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles.
In part 2 of my series, Every New Testament Women, I list every woman mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles.
Marcella of Rome (325–410) was a wealthy and intelligent woman who used her considerable resources to serve her Christian community.
She taught scripture and theology to both men and women, including male clergy.
Marcella is commemorated on January 31.
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She taught scripture and theology to both men and women, including male clergy.
Marcella is commemorated on January 31.
margmowczko.com/marcella-of-...
Marcella of Rome: Academic and Ascetic - Marg Mowczko
Marcella of Rome (325–410), friend of Jerome, dedicated herself and her considerable talents and resources to serving the church and the poor.
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February 1, 2026 at 1:57 AM
Marcella of Rome (325–410) was a wealthy and intelligent woman who used her considerable resources to serve her Christian community.
She taught scripture and theology to both men and women, including male clergy.
Marcella is commemorated on January 31.
margmowczko.com/marcella-of-...
She taught scripture and theology to both men and women, including male clergy.
Marcella is commemorated on January 31.
margmowczko.com/marcella-of-...
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In case you missed it, my latest blog post is on the story of the poor widow's meagre offering. My interpretation is different from the one often given in sermons and articles.
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My Two Cents on the Widow’s Mites - Marg Mowczko
Rather than a feel-good story, the account of the widow's offering may be a sad story of injustice and the failure of the religious system.
margmowczko.com
January 28, 2026 at 3:04 AM
In case you missed it, my latest blog post is on the story of the poor widow's meagre offering. My interpretation is different from the one often given in sermons and articles.
margmowczko.com/widows-mites...
margmowczko.com/widows-mites...
"Surviving Korea: How to Fight Fascism"
I recommend this video by journalist Hana from Korea.
youtu.be/0RdnhcgZX6k?...
I recommend this video by journalist Hana from Korea.
youtu.be/0RdnhcgZX6k?...
Surviving Korea: How to Fight Fascism
YouTube video by Hana from Korea
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January 29, 2026 at 11:35 PM
"Surviving Korea: How to Fight Fascism"
I recommend this video by journalist Hana from Korea.
youtu.be/0RdnhcgZX6k?...
I recommend this video by journalist Hana from Korea.
youtu.be/0RdnhcgZX6k?...
Some Anglican, Episcopal, and Lutheran Churches commemorate Lydia, Tabitha/ Dorcas, and Phoebe as "coworkers with the apostles" on January 27 or 29.
Here's something I wrote about Tabitha. Her ministry is often underestimated, but the church in Joppa valued her.
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Here's something I wrote about Tabitha. Her ministry is often underestimated, but the church in Joppa valued her.
margmowczko.com/tabitha-dorc...
Tabitha: An Exemplary Disciple (Acts 9:36-42) - Marg Mowczko
What did Tabitha's ministries involve?
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January 28, 2026 at 10:50 AM
Some Anglican, Episcopal, and Lutheran Churches commemorate Lydia, Tabitha/ Dorcas, and Phoebe as "coworkers with the apostles" on January 27 or 29.
Here's something I wrote about Tabitha. Her ministry is often underestimated, but the church in Joppa valued her.
margmowczko.com/tabitha-dorc...
Here's something I wrote about Tabitha. Her ministry is often underestimated, but the church in Joppa valued her.
margmowczko.com/tabitha-dorc...
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Every Woman in the Gospels margmowczko.com/every-woman-...
Every Woman in the Gospels - Marg Mowczko
Here is a list of every woman mentioned in the New Testament Gospels. How many of these women do you know? Who have I missed?
margmowczko.com
January 24, 2026 at 5:04 AM
Every Woman in the Gospels margmowczko.com/every-woman-...
In case you missed it, my latest blog post is on the story of the poor widow's meagre offering. My interpretation is different from the one often given in sermons and articles.
margmowczko.com/widows-mites...
margmowczko.com/widows-mites...
My Two Cents on the Widow’s Mites - Marg Mowczko
Rather than a feel-good story, the account of the widow's offering may be a sad story of injustice and the failure of the religious system.
margmowczko.com
January 28, 2026 at 3:04 AM
In case you missed it, my latest blog post is on the story of the poor widow's meagre offering. My interpretation is different from the one often given in sermons and articles.
margmowczko.com/widows-mites...
margmowczko.com/widows-mites...
My Two Cents on the Widow’s Mites
Rather than a feel-good story, the account of the widow's offering may be a sad story of injustice and the failure of the religious system.
Rather than a feel-good story, the account of the widow's offering may be a sad story of injustice and the failure of the religious system.
My Two Cents on the Widow’s Mites
Rather than a feel-good story, the account of the widow's offering may be a sad story of injustice and the failure of the religious system.
margmowczko.com
January 25, 2026 at 6:37 AM
My Two Cents on the Widow’s Mites
Rather than a feel-good story, the account of the widow's offering may be a sad story of injustice and the failure of the religious system.
Rather than a feel-good story, the account of the widow's offering may be a sad story of injustice and the failure of the religious system.
Reposted by Marg Mowczko
Sarah’s and Abraham’s Faltering Faith margmowczko.com/sarahs-and-a...
Sarah's Faltering Faith - Marg Mowczko
For some, Abraham is regarded as pillar of faith, whereas Sarah is regarded as a weak trouble-maker. Here’s why this assessment isn’t fair.
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January 20, 2026 at 11:15 PM
Sarah’s and Abraham’s Faltering Faith margmowczko.com/sarahs-and-a...
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I was honored to interview @margmowczko.bsky.social for my latest episode! She deftly explained several key passages used to give men authority in the home and church, but rightfully understood, call us to share honor, serve God and one another, and use our gifts for the building up of the church!
January 21, 2026 at 5:07 PM
I was honored to interview @margmowczko.bsky.social for my latest episode! She deftly explained several key passages used to give men authority in the home and church, but rightfully understood, call us to share honor, serve God and one another, and use our gifts for the building up of the church!
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– He chose the Twelve to help with his ministry to Israel within a certain cultural context.
– He chose Judas to be one of the Twelve, which makes the idea that these men were a precedent for church leadership problematic.
– Jesus never refers to the Twelve as leaders.” – Marg Mowczko
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– He chose Judas to be one of the Twelve, which makes the idea that these men were a precedent for church leadership problematic.
– Jesus never refers to the Twelve as leaders.” – Marg Mowczko
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January 20, 2026 at 2:41 AM
– He chose the Twelve to help with his ministry to Israel within a certain cultural context.
– He chose Judas to be one of the Twelve, which makes the idea that these men were a precedent for church leadership problematic.
– Jesus never refers to the Twelve as leaders.” – Marg Mowczko
/2
– He chose Judas to be one of the Twelve, which makes the idea that these men were a precedent for church leadership problematic.
– Jesus never refers to the Twelve as leaders.” – Marg Mowczko
/2
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Be inspired by this awesome list of women in the Bible by @margmowczko.bsky.social ! The film term "rack focus" is when the lens shifts focus from one person in a shot, blurs them out, & puts in focus another person. The Bible comes alive with the focus on the women!
margmowczko.com/every-woman-...
margmowczko.com/every-woman-...
Every Woman in the Gospels - Marg Mowczko
Here is a list of every woman mentioned in the New Testament Gospels. How many of these women do you know? Who have I missed?
margmowczko.com
January 20, 2026 at 2:23 PM
Be inspired by this awesome list of women in the Bible by @margmowczko.bsky.social ! The film term "rack focus" is when the lens shifts focus from one person in a shot, blurs them out, & puts in focus another person. The Bible comes alive with the focus on the women!
margmowczko.com/every-woman-...
margmowczko.com/every-woman-...
Reposted by Marg Mowczko
Every Woman in the Gospels
Here is a list of every woman mentioned in the Gospels. How many of these women do you know? Who have I missed?
Here is a list of every woman mentioned in the Gospels. How many of these women do you know? Who have I missed?
Every Woman in the Gospels
Here is a list of every woman mentioned in the Gospels. How many of these women do you know? Who have I missed?
margmowczko.com
January 20, 2026 at 6:28 AM
Every Woman in the Gospels
Here is a list of every woman mentioned in the Gospels. How many of these women do you know? Who have I missed?
Here is a list of every woman mentioned in the Gospels. How many of these women do you know? Who have I missed?
Every Woman in the Gospels
Here is a list of every woman mentioned in the Gospels. How many of these women do you know? Who have I missed?
Here is a list of every woman mentioned in the Gospels. How many of these women do you know? Who have I missed?
Every Woman in the Gospels
Here is a list of every woman mentioned in the Gospels. How many of these women do you know? Who have I missed?
margmowczko.com
January 20, 2026 at 6:28 AM
Every Woman in the Gospels
Here is a list of every woman mentioned in the Gospels. How many of these women do you know? Who have I missed?
Here is a list of every woman mentioned in the Gospels. How many of these women do you know? Who have I missed?
Grammatical gender doesn't necessarily indicate the sex of a person.
Women in the Greek New Testament are referred to with neuter & feminine words, and are frequently included with men in phrases that use masculine words.
The masc. word adelphoi often includes women.
margmowczko.com/adelphoi-bro...
Women in the Greek New Testament are referred to with neuter & feminine words, and are frequently included with men in phrases that use masculine words.
The masc. word adelphoi often includes women.
margmowczko.com/adelphoi-bro...
“Brothers and Sisters” (Adelphoi) in Paul’s Letters - Marg Mowczko
Is “brothers and sisters” an acceptable English translation of the Greek word adelphoi in Paul’s New Testament letters?
margmowczko.com
January 16, 2026 at 5:09 AM
Grammatical gender doesn't necessarily indicate the sex of a person.
Women in the Greek New Testament are referred to with neuter & feminine words, and are frequently included with men in phrases that use masculine words.
The masc. word adelphoi often includes women.
margmowczko.com/adelphoi-bro...
Women in the Greek New Testament are referred to with neuter & feminine words, and are frequently included with men in phrases that use masculine words.
The masc. word adelphoi often includes women.
margmowczko.com/adelphoi-bro...
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In this older blog post, I look at a few key Greek words in 1 Timothy 3 and explain why the women in verse 11 were female deacons.
margmowczko.com/phoebe-a-dea...
margmowczko.com/phoebe-a-dea...
(5) Phoebe: Deacon of the Church in Cenchrea - Marg Mowczko
In Part 5, I look at 1 Timothy 3:8-13, concerning male and female deacons in the Ephesian church, and at Phoebe as a prostatis (patron).
margmowczko.com
January 15, 2026 at 5:55 PM
In this older blog post, I look at a few key Greek words in 1 Timothy 3 and explain why the women in verse 11 were female deacons.
margmowczko.com/phoebe-a-dea...
margmowczko.com/phoebe-a-dea...
In this older blog post, I look at a few key Greek words in 1 Timothy 3 and explain why the women in verse 11 were female deacons.
margmowczko.com/phoebe-a-dea...
margmowczko.com/phoebe-a-dea...
(5) Phoebe: Deacon of the Church in Cenchrea - Marg Mowczko
In Part 5, I look at 1 Timothy 3:8-13, concerning male and female deacons in the Ephesian church, and at Phoebe as a prostatis (patron).
margmowczko.com
January 15, 2026 at 5:55 PM
In this older blog post, I look at a few key Greek words in 1 Timothy 3 and explain why the women in verse 11 were female deacons.
margmowczko.com/phoebe-a-dea...
margmowczko.com/phoebe-a-dea...
Nino (AKA Nina) brought Christianity to Georgia in the 300s.
The Orthodox Church regards her as “Equal to the Apostles,” and January 14 is her feast day.
Here's some of her story.
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The Orthodox Church regards her as “Equal to the Apostles,” and January 14 is her feast day.
Here's some of her story.
margmowczko.com/nino-of-geor...
Nino of Georgia: A Woman Evangelist "Equal to the Apostles" - Marg Mowczko
Nino of Georgia (or St Nina) brought Christianity to Georgia in the 300s and is regarded as 'Equal to the Apostles' by the Orthodox Church.
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January 14, 2026 at 11:21 AM
Nino (AKA Nina) brought Christianity to Georgia in the 300s.
The Orthodox Church regards her as “Equal to the Apostles,” and January 14 is her feast day.
Here's some of her story.
margmowczko.com/nino-of-geor...
The Orthodox Church regards her as “Equal to the Apostles,” and January 14 is her feast day.
Here's some of her story.
margmowczko.com/nino-of-geor...