An Umbrella Made for a Man
Katherine Elberfeld
In the 1990s, strong-willed Irene Maxwell embarks on her path toward ordination as an Episcopal priest, confident in her calling but unprepared for the hidden obstacles she’ll face. During a job interview with the dean of a cathedral—conducted...
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United States
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In the 1990s, strong-willed Irene Maxwell embarks on her path toward ordination as an Episcopal priest, confident in her calling but unprepared for the hidden obstacles she’ll face. During a job interview with the dean of a cathedral—conducted uncomfortably in his car—he asks Irene questions, only to interrupt her responses by poking her leg, forcing her into silence. Even though women in the priesthood had become more acceptable by then, Irene soon discovers that gender biases haven’t disappeared—they’ve simply gone underground, devolving into a form of guerilla warfare. Microaggressions, sexual innuendos, and dismissive attitudes from her male colleagues are constant reminders of the unspoken resistance she faces. As Irene navigates this challenging environment, she asks herself: What can I do? Who will protect me in this world? Her journey of self-discovery ultimately leads her to create a groundbreaking safe place for other women with similar experiences. An Umbrella Made for a Man not only follows Irene’s personal struggles but also explores the broader question of why human beings inflict harm on each other. From acknowledging the darker sides of our nature to seeking paths toward peace, Irene’s story is one of transformation as she moves from frustration and pain toward hope, joy, and love. Duration - 4h 46m. Author - Katherine Elberfeld. Narrator - Barbara Henslee. Published Date - Sunday, 19 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Katherine Elberfeld ©.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
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Prologue
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Stirrings
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The Move
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Nightfall
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Massacre
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DNA
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Family Tree
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Sounds Familiar
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An Ordained Woman
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The Hairdo
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The Job Interview
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Setting Sail
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Lesson Learned
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Twenty Minutes
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Staying Put
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Navis
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To Irene with Love from Mrs. Flynn
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A Flock of Clergy
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Suffer Little Children
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Not His Dog
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The Fist
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In Harm's Way
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Scabies
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In Black and White and Gray
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Behind the Curtain
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Seminary
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The Club
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Penuel
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New Clothes
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Down The Rabbit Hole
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Canceled
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Poof!
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I'm Late, I'm Late for a Very Important Date
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Handsies
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What To Do?
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Adult Ed
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Some Things You Can't Even Tell Your Mother
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Wolf
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To Become a Priest?
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Saying Goodbye #1
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The Lost Boys
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High Noon
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Close Call
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Portrait
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Dragons
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Fits and Starts
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Other Fish
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Out of the Mist
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Saying Goodbye
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That's for Me
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And the Doves Came
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Night Terrors
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Naming the Baby
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Manspreading
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Threesome
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Adonis
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The Girls
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Out the Door
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Then and Now, Now and Then
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Blackberries and Honeysuckle
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Up from the Basement
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Knockout
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Speaking of Threats
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Bath Time
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Cradled
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Genesis
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Stars Above
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Harvest Moon
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Road Trip
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Whole Hog
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Ladybug
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Gone
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Hercules and Old Shaky
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New Construction
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A Sunday Afternoon at Home
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The Lost Twin
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A Support Group Would Be Nice
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Doctor #1
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Doctor #2
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A Theory of Her Own
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Knocking on Heaven's Door
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Still Their Mom and Dad
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Resolved Umbrella
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So Much For That
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The Lake Genie
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Rain
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So Soon?
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Thank God for Cardinals
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All I Want
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Mix and Match
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The $64 Question
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El Capitan
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Fade to Black
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Under the Lamppost
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The End Begins
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The Land of the Moors
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More Than Words Can Say
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Filled With Love
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Off The Bench
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Am I Asking for Too Much?
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No More, Please No More
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But Why?
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The Next Night
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The Evidence of Things Not Seen
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Behind the Scenes
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Unveiled
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A Night Out
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Plague of Boils
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So Fucking Mad
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And Then
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Frustration, Layered
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English Award
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Self-censor
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Undercurrent
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Author's Notes
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Helpmate
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On and On
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Guerilla Warfare
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My Part
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And Counting
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Name Calling
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Entitled
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Off Table
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Limited Resources
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Bookstores and Libraries
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In Conversation with a New Testament Scholar
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Liturgics 101
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Balls
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Hold On
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Acknowledgements
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About The Author
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Ending Credits
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