Inspiration for Male Advocates
The Month of Advocacy isn’t just for women—it’s an invitation for male allies to use their influence to champion women in ministry. On this page you’ll find ideas that range from leading a Sunday school class through A Baptist Reflection on the Bible and Women in Ministry and Leadership or the Equally Called study, to advocating for women’s representation on boards, encouraging and supporting women chaplains and missionaries, and sharing your own opportunities with a woman instead of accepting them yourself. Many men also bring creativity and joy to this work—hosting screenings, starting book clubs, or sharing advocacy graphics on social media. These suggestions are offered as starting points; you’re welcome to adapt them, combine them, or imagine new ways to learn, listen, and act. Together, through both intentional and fun engagement, male advocates can help build a church where women’s gifts and leadership are affirmed and fully embraced.
"A Baptist Reflection on the Bible and Women in Ministry and Leadership"
Lead your Sunday school class, small group, or various church committees through the updated version of A Baptist Reflection on the Bible and Women in Ministry and Leadership by Meredith Stone which now also includes discussion questions.
Equally Called
If you are part of a CBF affiliated congregation, lead your congregation or small group through Equally Called, a 4-session video and curriculum resource produced by BWIM and CBF for all ages to help your church articulate the biblical and theological basis for affirming the calling of women and nurture a culture that more fully welcomes their leadership. Available in age-graded formats for Adults, Youth and Children.
Advocate for women to be elected to community and denominational board and committees
Donate to support a woman missionary whose work benefits women.
Find a tangible way to encourage the women who serve as chaplains in various fields such as the military, healthcare, and other settings.
Host a Screening of BWIM's Documentary, Midwives of A Movement
Partner in BWIM's Work
Partner in the ways BWIM advocates for women in ministry by giving an individual or congregational donation or by becomming a Salome Community monthly donor.
Social Media
Use BWIM social media graphics about women in ministry to create awareness in your network and community
Seek Discomfort: A BWIM Lenten Devotional
Advocate for the ordination of women in your church
Advocate for pay equity, paid paternity leave, and professional development opportunities for women in ministry in your church
Give a scholarship to a college or seminary woman preparing for ministry.
Engage in Biblical support for women in ministry and women's equality in Bible Study and in personal learning.
Start a book club with a group of men about the challenges that women face in the church
Share Your Opportunities
If you are a male minister or leader, find one opportunity that you have been given and share it with a woman instead of accepting it yourself.