196 - Do Men and Women Share the Priesthood? | Church History Matters I Women & Priesthood Series

Church History Matters

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Religion & Spirituality:christianity, Christianity, Religion & Spirituality

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🗓️ 17 March 2026

⏱️ 75 minutes

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Join hosts Scott Woodward, Casey Griffiths, and special guest Lisa Olsen Tait as they explore the fascinating history of the priesthood in the Latter-day Saint tradition. In this episode, the team delves into the 19th century, examining how church leaders, scripture, and policies shaped the understanding of the priesthood—and where women fit within that evolving framework. From early church practices to key developments in doctrine, this discussion sheds light on the dynamic role of women in the religious life of the 19th-century LDS community. Whether you’re a scholar, member, or simply curious about church history, this episode offers thoughtful insights into how the priesthood and women’s participation have been interpreted and defined over time.

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0:00.0	Brigham Young once said, quote,
0:01.7	there is no woman on the face of the earth that can save herself.
0:05.4	But if she ever comes into the celestial kingdom,
0:08.1	she must be led in by some man.
0:10.8	Just like the language surrounding priesthood changed,
0:14.1	the language surrounding priesthood and women changed.
0:17.3	She writes an editorial saying,
0:19.4	women in this church do not hold the priesthood. They must face
0:23.3	this fact calmly. Prior to this, the Relief Society had a lot of autonomy. After this, it has less.
0:30.8	If women held priesthood in connection with their husbands, what does that mean and what authority does it
0:36.6	give them? Did that fracture in any way the established cultural assumptions of male headship or not yet?
0:43.4	I think that's one of the reasons that has had so much staying power within Latter-day St.
0:49.5	Discourse.
0:52.3	Hi, Lisa.
0:53.0	Hey.
0:54.4	Good to see you both. Welcome. Good to see you both.
0:55.2	Welcome.
0:55.7	Good to see you both too.
0:57.9	The trio returns.
0:59.9	Yeah, we're getting into our groove kind of as a triumvirate.
1:04.6	Is that the right word to use?
1:07.1	That's classy.
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