Brother Quote by Tony Campolo
“Most of my fundamentalist brothers and sisters - and I am an evangelical, so I can say most of my fundamentalist brothers and sisters - are quite willing to pack women off and send them as missionaries to dangerous places where they might get killed.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: “Missionary Work and Gender Risks”, 2010
Some evangelical groups send women to dangerous missions, reflecting gendered expectations and safety concerns.
In simple terms: Women are often sent on risky missions due to religious expectations.
Key Takeaway
Reevaluate mission assignments for safety and gender equity.
Themes
gender
religion
missionary work
risk
ethics
Mood
concerned
critical
Type
ethical
social commentary
When to use this quote
- church planning
- risk assessment
- policy development
Key Concepts
gender roles
mission strategy
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards should be in place for missionaries?
- How do gender expectations shape mission policies?
A Different Perspective
Safety can be compromised by tradition.
