The Cost of a Calling? Clergywomen and Work in the Church of England

This article explores the work of clergywomen in the Church of England within an analysis of the Church as a gendered organization. We highlight the sex discrimination they often face, at the same time as satisfaction with their work and the need to follow their calling regardless of the difficultie...

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Published inGender, work, and organization Vol. 22; no. 4; pp. 405 - 420
Main Authors Greene, Anne-marie, Robbins, Mandy
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Oxford Blackwell Publishing Ltd 01.07.2015
Subjects
calling
Churches
Clergy
clergywomen
Employment discrimination
England
Gender
gender practices
Job satisfaction
Religiosity
Religious organizations
sacrifice
Sex discrimination
Studies
United Kingdom
vocation
Women
Working life
United Kingdom > UK
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Summary:This article explores the work of clergywomen in the Church of England within an analysis of the Church as a gendered organization. We highlight the sex discrimination they often face, at the same time as satisfaction with their work and the need to follow their calling regardless of the difficulties. This is explained through an analysis of the significance of religious calling and the requirement for ‘sacrifice’ on their ability to endure their work and to challenge discriminatory treatment.
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ISSN:0968-6673
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DOI:10.1111/gwao.12101