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Pastor's Wives
Greeting Brothers and Sisters....
I'm a new poster, and new member (although longer time lurker). Just a bit of history....I have begun attending an apostolic church since my wife and I married in 2008. I have sepnt many years in mainstream Christian churches, including being a leader and elder in them. I like many things but certainly find myself on the liberal side of the pentecostal spectrum theologically.
This thread is not about theology, but about apostolic church practice. I'm curious about the biblical basis for the pastor's wife being the number 2 authority in the church. In past churches, I am used to a leadership team, of men and woman, leading (under the pastor) to head various ministries and programs.
In our church, the pastor's wife (who is a wonderful woman) has complete control of all ministries (under her husband) including church administration, children, youth, and music. She alone decides who is allowed to serve in what position and in what ministry. She seems to handle most discipline type issues as well.
She is a wonderful Christian sister, but this model underutilizes many people's leadership and spiritual gifts. Is the common among all AP churches?
Thanks in advance!
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