Category Archives: marriage

Talking back to patriarchy, part 3: It all comes down to authority

Posted on July 15, 2013 by Sharon Autenrieth

“But saints are those who are obliged to come to terms with authority structures which come from the hand of God.” – Sarah Faith Schlissel, “Daddy’s Girl” Consider the case of Sarah Faith Schlissel.  The quote above, offering a definition … Continue reading →

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Spring, wonderful spring

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Sharon Autenrieth

I’ve written a lot of very serious posts lately, and I have another serious one in the works.  But daily life has actually been light and happy this spring.   The weather has been unpredictable but we enjoy the warm sunny … Continue reading →

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Reality TV explores the mysterious world of clergy families

Posted on April 8, 2013 by Sharon Autenrieth

I am a preacher’s daughter.  Does this make you wonder what wild rebellions I went through as a teen?  What scandals I brought on my family? My mom was a pastor’s wife.  Does this cause you to imagine her glamorous, … Continue reading →

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If we have to choose sides…

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Sharon Autenrieth

It’s been over a month since I wrote the following post.  It came out of me in a burst of heartache and anger, and then…..I chickened out on posting it.  It seemed really bold when I wrote it, but as … Continue reading →

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An open letter to my children, on my 25th anniversary

Posted on February 13, 2013 by Sharon Autenrieth

Your dad and I have been married for 25 years today. Pretty crazy, isn’t it? When did I get so old? And why didn’t you plan a party? I’m just kidding: we didn’t expect a party. However, you might consider … Continue reading →

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Favorite Moment of the Weekend: Dad’s Story

Posted on March 27, 2011 by Sharon Autenrieth

My father told us a story about a wedding he performed recently.  The couple, ages 93 and 95, were residents of a nursing home that Dad visits frequently.  Despite their advanced years, they insisted on premarital counseling (!) before the … Continue reading →

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A Milestone Anniversary

Posted on February 13, 2011 by Sharon Autenrieth

Today is my 23rd wedding anniversary.  This feels like an especially significant milestone because I’ve now been married for more than half of my life.  I was just a few weeks shy of my 23rd birthday when Mr. Right and … Continue reading →

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