Women and the Priesthood

Much more attention is now being shown for this topic, as it becomes a major issue for many within Mormonism. Headings for this paper are: (1) Women as Priesthood Holders, including six Old Testament women who are specifically designated “prophetess”; (2) Women Healing the Sick; (3) Women Share in Priesthood, a collection of quotations by leaders saying just that; (4) What Tasks Require Priesthood?; (5) What Roles Are Appropriate for Women?; (6) Bias and Discrimination; (7) More Recent Bias and Discrimination; (8) Gradual Change; (9) Will Women Be Given the Priesthood?

Size: 44 pages.

The full paper can be accessed on Google Drive by clicking here (accessible in read only format).