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Review of Religious Research· 2026Q1

Who Becomes a Deacon? Gendered Vocational Discernment and the Feminization of the United Methodist Diaconate

Erin F. Johnston, Bec Stargel, Kelsey Mischke, Anna Holleman et al.

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In the United Methodist Church, women are significantly more likely than men to pursue the diaconate, contributing to its persistent feminization, due to factors like interest in justice-oriented ministry and concerns about congregational leadership.

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