Argula von Grumbach and the Women Who Shaped the Reformation

When we think of the Reformation, we often picture Luther and his 95 Theses. But behind this movement were everyday people—like Argula von Grumbach, a Bavarian noblewoman who boldly defended the Reformation—and lesser-known reformers who shaped our faith tradition in profound ways. This Living Lutheran exploration of “a people’s history” of the Reformation reveals the courage of ordinary believers, the impact on laywomen and laborers, and the rich diversity that remains central to our Lutheran heritage.