Is God a white racist in black theology debate
Yale Divinity School assistant professor William Jones argues in The Black Experience in Religion that the central question for a viable black theology is whether God is a white racist. He critiques Joseph Washington Jr., James Cone, and Albert Cleage for leaving the issue unresolved while insisting theodicy must precede any broader theological system.
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Local church to hold missionary convention this Sunday
The Missionary Alliance Church in Bennington hosts a weeklong convention with Mrs. William Kissell, Indonesian missionary, sharing stories of the Dyak tribes and 1965 events. Other speakers include Rev. J Edward Boon and Rev. Robert Cowles. Events include a women’s tea, an international banquet, and a miniature Christian bookstore.
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Harold ‘Boon
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N.Y
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Robert Cowles
Philippines
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Edward Boon
Mali
Area Church Services Schedule for Bennington and Arlington
The Bennington area churches list Sunday School for all ages at 9 30 a m followed by worship services led by Rev Leo Hourihan and other pastors. Arlington offers Holy Communion at 8 and 10 with sermons by Rev Joseph Caron and Rev Floyd I La Bombard.
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North Bennington
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Arlington
Joseph Caron
Floyd I. la Bombard
Federated Church East
Old Stone Church
Independent Baptist
Edwin M. Ellis
Ministers earn less than comparable professionals nationwide
Survey finds parish ministers in 19 Protestant denominations earn about half as much as comparable professionals, highlighting wage gaps between clergy and other skilled workers across the country. The report questions whether ministers’ compensation keeps pace with rising costs of living and professional standards.
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National Council of Churches
Robert L. Bonn
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Manchester Church School Opens With 21 Staff
The First Congregational Church in Manchester began its Church School program led by Rev. Jerome J. Hevey Jr. The 21 teachers and aides undergo ongoing training. Junior high meets Wednesdays at 3:15 p.m. in the Learning Center. Members may register with Arlene Baker.
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First Congregational Church
Jerome J. Hevey Jr
Arlene Baker
Jesus
Dale Wood
Circle M
Pilgrim Singers
Fire Place
Charges against Episcopal bishops over Philadelphia ordination
The Rt. Rev. John M. Allin announced formal charges against four bishops connected to a July 29 Philadelphia service for 11 women deacons to be ordained. The House of Bishops in Chicago Aug 14 15 said ordination conditions were not met and charges allege failure to follow canons and rubrics.
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Youth Christian Education Talk by Frank O'Meara
At the third Church Women United Fall Learning Fellowship session Mrs. Fred Parker introduced Frank O'Meara who spoke on Youth Christian Education. He contrasted old religious training with a modern focus on truth human freedom and love. A filmstrip sparked a lively discussion among 40 attendees. Next week Rev Catherine Wood of Wordsboro will speak at St. Peter's Episcopal Church at 9 45 a.m. Tuesday.
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Prophets ethics series at First United Church Sunday
The Rev. Richard D. Campbell will lead discussions on Old Testament prophets ethics after morning worship from 10:40 to 11:30 starting tomorrow. Coffee will be served and all interested adults may attend as part of preparations for a broader series on Making Moral Decisions.
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First United Church
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