“…traditional
religion, which excludes women’s experiences, can seriously hamper young
women’s spiritual development..females need encouragement and support in
realizing that their hopes and dreams are important, and that it’s right to
take care of their personal needs before giving to others. Religious
instruction that continually directs a woman to focus on the needs of others
without spending adequate time developing her sense of self-worth increases
pressure and adds guilt. Girls are left with the feeling that, no matter how
much they give, it isn’t enough….while religion remains primarily in the hands
of males, this is the message it gives to women.” ~ Mary Faulkner
Painting by Elisabeth Slettnes
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