Traditionally, women have had a poor deal from the society: no positions of responsibility, no priviledges.
At the same time, the congregations have suffered from an acute shortage of elders.
( the society have long realised that many elders are simply puppets, with their wife's hand inserted within pulling the strings)
all is about to change!
new light has been revealed!
women are now to be appointed as elders
isn't jehovah simply wonderful!!
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however, to avoid any confusion, certain conditions have to be applied:
Dress code;
any sister reaching out for the position of elder will have to dress suitably, the society "suggest" sombre, drab trouser-suits should be worn, together with flat shoes.
Appearance;
make-up is not to be applied, hairstyles must be short, neat, slicked down. Where possible, nature permitting, a small, neat moustache should be encouraged.
Jewellery, inc., earrings are out.
Here is an illustration of the sister-elder the society has in mind:-
