The article "Changing Hands: The Practice of Ordaining" by Eileen R. Campbell-Reed examines the evolving practices of ordination for Baptist women, particularly within the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC). The article traces how ordination has shifted from a process exclusive to men to one involving women, starting with the first ordination of a woman in 1964. Campbell-Reed discusses the impact of this change, highlighting both the novelty and controversy surrounding women’s ordination. The article also explores how ordination practices have been influenced by theological, social, and denominational factors, revealing ongoing tensions in Baptist life regarding women in ministry.
