Some Bible verses that address the topic of female pastors and their role in the church include:
- Galatians 3:28 - "There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus."
- 1 Timothy 2:12 - "I do not permit a woman to teach or to assume authority over a man; she must be quiet."
- Romans 16:1 - "I commend to you our sister Phoebe, a deacon of the church in Cenchreae."
- Acts 18:26 - "He began to speak boldly in the synagogue. When Priscilla and Aquila heard him, they invited him to their home and explained to him the way of God more adequately."
These verses show differing perspectives on the role of women in leadership positions within the church.