Women in the Church of God in Christ: Making a Sanctified World
"Butler narrates a complex story . . . with economy and focus. . . . [She] commands her subject."--Journal of American History"A creative denominational history skillfully framed in the context of African American religious and social history. . . . A welcomed addition to the growing literature on African American Pentecostal traditions, and it promises to be a staple for years to come."--Journal of Southern History"Recommended."--CHOICE"Aptly demonstrat[ed]. . . . Anthea Butler examines female leadership in the Women's Department of the Church of God in Christ and the significance of church mothers in the historically African American denomination."--The Journal of Southern Religion"Butler's book is an indispensable read. . . .[A] well-written and closely argued volume."--Florida Historical Quarterly"Probing, insightful, and highly informative, and provides multifaceted portrayals of the roles and perspectives of COGIC women. . . . An excellent scholarly resource, and will likely serve as the foundation for a number of other related studies."--Pneuma"Butler's enlightening narrative of [black 'church mothers'] deserves wide reading."--Journal of the American Academy of Religion"Expertly presents the tales of these leaders. . . . Rich in scholarly detail, yet accessible to a wide audience, Butler's book refines and furthers not one, but many pertinent discussions surrounding the various groups in this admirable study."--H-Net