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12 Christian Women Shaping the Church in 2025

By Hojung Lee
Top Row: (From left to right) Jeanné Lewis, Amanda Tyler, Rev. Mia McClain, Sarah Bessey, Rev. Rhina Ramos Middle Row: Rev. Angela Tyler-Williams, Rev. Iya Latishia James, Dani M. Jiménez, Rev. Lizzie McManus-Dail, Rev. Jenn Hosler Bottom Row: SueAnn Shiah, Young Lee Hertig. Graphic by Ryan McQuade/Sojourners.
Mar 26, 2025
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For the ninth year in a row, Sojourners honors Women’s History Month with an article highlighting revolutionary women shaping the church. This year’s list includes theologians, filmmakers, illustrators, musicians, pastors, and academics. Our nominees engage in diverse work, but these women are united through a fearless pursuit of justice. They lead through empathy. They build community. They fight against rising tides of hopelessness in our world with messages of radical and inclusive love.

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Top Row: (From left to right) Jeanné Lewis, Amanda Tyler, Rev. Mia McClain, Sarah Bessey, Rev. Rhina Ramos Middle Row: Rev. Angela Tyler-Williams, Rev. Iya Latishia James, Dani M. Jiménez, Rev. Lizzie McManus-Dail, Rev. Jenn Hosler Bottom Row: SueAnn Shiah, Young Lee Hertig. Graphic by Ryan McQuade/Sojourners.