One Body, Many Parts: A Reading of 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

This paper focuses on a reading of 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 that, whilst acknowledging more familiar interpretations, attempts to ask further questions of the text, looking at issues such as diversity, marginalization, exclusion and justice. Influenced by Black and Womanist theology, and also drawing upon her own experiences of "church" and her work, the author applies the exploration of this familiar text both within and beyond the church context.