We’ve waited on this topic for a while, although Hillside’s position is clear based upon the Scriptures (and our series on Church Matters (the Pastoral Epistles). The matter of female pastors and female preachers is at the forefront again these days.
Recently Al Mohler, the president of the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, KY weighed in on the matter (although admittedly in a Baptist context). That said, he appeals to the Scriptures (which apply to all churches). He traces the advent of women pastors in our modern context from the arguments made in the 1970’s to our time. It’s an article well worth reading. You can find it here. There really is nothing new under the sun. Mohler’s article is biblical and restrained. I hope you find it helpful.