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Eleanor Williams with her husband, Bishop Patterson Williams of the Church of Christ Apostolic.

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Married to the Bishop

New book reveals challenges of being a church leader’s wife

Pastor’s wives ­– often misunderstood and misjudged; often viewed only like the extras in a movie who grace the scenery but do not play a major role. Some have lived without having their voices heard, and died with their purposes unfulfilled, never understanding that they, too, had a personal mission apart from their spouse. When facing personal trials, they struggle with the question of who to turn to with their burdens, all because of who they are – the wives of deacons, rectors, pastors or even bishops.

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