SIster Janet, Women in Ministry, and Mary Magdalene

This week, I’m talking with Sister Janet Marie Barnard, Treasurer, Healthcare Coordinator, and Technology Coordinator for the monastery. Sister Janet’s intelligence and sense of humor are highlighted throughout our 2-hour conversation. In this excerpt, she discusses the evolving role of women in the Catholic church and doesn’t shy away from discussing how she sees this controversial issue developing in the future. She also sheds light on the common misconceptions of Mary Magdalene, one of the most important women in Jesus’s life. Take a listen to her thoughts before I give too much away.