The charismatic Christian group is back in the spotlight as Barrett's Supreme Court confirmation hearings begin.
reports that in a 2010 People of Praise directory, Barrett was listed as holding the title of a"handmaid," the name for a leadership position for women in the group. The name is reported to be taken from the Bible's description of Mary as"the handmaid of the Lord.
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