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Abstract
This text delves into the intersection of feminist theology and ecclesiological transformation, using Sisters in Solidarity (SIS) as a case study. It explores how feminist perspectives challenge gendered hierarchies within religious institutions, focusing on birthing change and fostering feminist solidarity. The narrative unfolds with a critical analysis of the Church’s historical and contemporary treatment of women, especially in light of clergy sexual abuse scandals. It discusses the emergence of SIS as a proactive force, advocating for justice, healing and empowerment for marginalised individuals within the Church. The text also delves into theological underpinnings, emphasising the embodiment of the divine in female experiences and the importance of solidarity as a catalyst for transformative actions. Ultimately, it calls for a reimagining of ecclesiastical structures towards inclusivity, equality and a deeper engagement with feminist principles for a more just and compassionate Church.
Keywords:
- feminist theology of liberation,
- Sisters in Solidarity (SIS),
- birthing change,
- gendered hierarchies,
- embodying the divine
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Biographical note
Kochurani Abraham is a feminist theologian, researcher, writer and trainer on issues related to gender, sexuality, spirituality and ecology. She has a Licentiate in Systematic Theology from the Pontifical University of Comillas, Madrid, and a Ph.D. in Christian Studies from the University of Madras, India, with a special focus on feminist theology. She was the convener of the Indian Christian Women’s Movement (ICWM) at the national level and of the Kerala region. She now engages with other liberative theological forums such as the Indian Women Theologians’ Forum (IWTF), Indian Theological Association (ITA), Ecclesia of Women in Asia (EWA), World Forum of Theology and Liberation (WFTL) and Indian Christian Collective of Justice (ICCJ). She is the founder member of Sisters in Solidarity (SIS), a group that supports women survivors of clergy sexual abuse.