Church and pastor

I am currently attending a Presbyterian church in California. I was surprised when a female gave a sermon there, and does so from time to time. She is classified as a Minister of Member Care. I always thought and believed this went against the Bible. Yet, their website defends the practice of women ministers. I'm sure you're aware of the Bible passages used by people to justify this. My concern is, am I sinning by attending this church? Why is there a dispute about the Bible's clarity on this? Are the flock of this church condemned to hell because of this practice? Thanks. This is really bothering me.

With the situation you describe, the word of God might be proclaimed, but it is done so illegitimately—contrary to the will of God. Those who are supporting a ministry like that are supporting its illegitimacy.

The Bible is clear about the service of women in the public ministry and the limitations of such service when it involves authority over men (1 Corinthians 11:3; 14:33-35; 1 Timothy 2:11-12). Disputes over the Bible’s teaching result when people fail to let Scripture speak for itself and interpret itself.

Acting contrary to God’s will is serious. The Bible warns that even a “little” false teaching can grow into more and more serious problems (Galatians 5:9).

Because you indicated you were bothered by your present circumstances, I would encourage you to make appropriate changes in your worship life. You want to act in faith and not with doubt (Romans 14:23).

The WELS locator can help you find one of our churches in your area, if you are interested in that. God’s blessings to you.