The Preacher's Wife: The Precarious Power of Evangelical Women Celebrities

The Megachurch Women Celebrities: A Sympathetic and Revealing Portrait of the Leading Ladies of Evangelicalism is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complex lives of these influential women.

From their struggles to balance the demands of celebrity culture and conservative, male-dominated faiths, to their efforts to subvert the visible and invisible rules that govern the lives of evangelical women, this book offers a nuanced and compelling portrait of the megachurch women celebrities who have captured the hearts and minds of millions.

With a sympathetic and revealing approach, Kate Bowler sheds light on the many parts these women play - from preacher to homemaker, talent to counselor, and beauty to vulnerability - and explores the high expectations that govern their lives.

Despite their influence and wealth, these women are denied the most important symbol of spiritual power - the pulpit - and must navigate a complex web of respectability and deviance.

This book is a powerful and thought-provoking exploration of the lives of these remarkable women, and will resonate with anyone interested in the intersection of religion, culture, and gender.