Leading Ladies: Transformative Biblical Images for Women's Leadership

by Jeanne L. Porter

Drawing on stories of biblical women, Leading Ladies presents four models of "transformational leadership" that recognize the leadership styles of women in all walks of life: Intercessor, Midwife, Choreographer, and Weaver. Includes reflective questions for journaling or group discussion.

160 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 2000

Reviews

[Debora Hooper · Rating 5 out of 5]

Not only is Jeanne a great writer but a wealthy resource for all leaders today! In particular, this book is highly recommended for those who particularly serve women in ministry and seek a fresh perspective on biblical leadership among women. After reading, I immediately added it to my list of recommendation for ministers in my own book!

[Corrie · Rating 3 out of 5]

After having met this author last August (at the Christians for Biblical Equality Conference in Denver), I wish I could give this book 4 stars! The author is a highly articulate woman, and is a strong role model for other young women. She has a wonderful thesis about the ways in which women lead. However, I wish she would have elaborated on these points with more clarity and more persuasive reasoning.

[Rachel · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book has helpful, clear images for people to talk and think about their leadership styles. It's not just for women; the biblical stories are of women, but anyone can take wisdom from them. I got it so that I could talk about myself more clearly and articulately in job interviews, and I believe it helped. Would be a great group study. Fairly quick, engaging, with lots of fodder for conversation.