Ellen White does not make a direct statement explicitly saying that women can or cannot be pastors in the modern sense of the word. However, she provides several important insights about the role of women in ministry and church work: - She strongly encourages women to be active as Christian workers, teachers, missionaries, and leaders in various church activities. Ellen White highlights the unique influence and abilities of women, especially in teaching, missionary work, and ministering to other women and children (see Gospel Workers [1892], p. 383; Testimonies on Sabbath School Work, p. 83.3; Testimonies for the Church, vol. 6, p. 114.2). - She notes that women can be "instruments of righteousness, rendering holy service to God" and points out that "Mary was the first to preach a risen Saviour" (GW92 383). - Ellen White repeatedly calls for both men and women to bear responsibilities in church work and for women to be selected as church officers and workers if they are qualified and converted (6T 85). - While the term "pastor" in her writings is most often used in reference to men, and she describes the pastoral role as one of shepherding, teaching, and leading the church (Gospel Workers, p. 185.2; Acts of the Apostles, p. 526.1), she also emphasizes the importance of women working alongside men in ministry, sometimes reaching people that men cannot (Gospel Workers, p. 201.3). In summary: Ellen White does not explicitly endorse or prohibit women serving as pastors. She does, however, affirm the vital and extensive role of women in ministry, leadership, and church work, and encourages their active participation in spreading the gospel and serving the church. If you would like to explore more specific statements or look into other collections (such as manuscripts or periodicals), please let me know! References: - Ellen G. White, Gospel Workers (1892), p. 383, 185.2, 201.3 - Ellen G. White, Testimonies on Sabbath School Work, p. 83.3 - Ellen G. White, Testimonies for the Church, vol. 6, pp. 85, 114.2 - Ellen G. White, The Acts of the Apostles, p. 526.1