Unclear Fragment on Women and Social Constraints
Excerpt discusses drastic social limits on women, noting they may become nuns or prostitutes when divorced or shunned. It reflects on the cruel fate of many women constrained by status and family expectations.
Marriage clause change urged by missionary in Africa
A American missionary argues that Christianity does not firmly condemn polygamy and calls for reconsideration in certain regions where polygainy is social and economic norm. Father Eugene Hillman notes current church rules bar polygamists but cites biblical passages as not explicit bans.
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Death of God speculation fades from theology debates
The death of God furore is fading in theological circles as scholars view it as a passing bubble. Church leaders like Bishop John A T Robinson and Cardinal Leo Suenens urge replacing false images with a view of God as ineffable and beyond precise definition. Negative theology remains the framework for describing God’s nature, with religious thought shifting toward deeper inquiry rather than sensational claims.
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Ecumenism and Catholic Dialogue in Vatican II Teachings
A minister highlights ecumenism as revived in recent years, tracing Vatican II’s document on ecumenism. It defines efforts to foster Christian unity through eliminating divisive language, expert dialogue, and cooperative projects for the common good.
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Post office remains hub
SHAKESPEARE Ontario the village post office serves as the social hub seven miles east of Stratford. Postmistress Mrs Frank Anthony retired in spring after 1957 when holidays were scarce. The office now closes on statutory holidays and stays busy with Stratford visitors from the festival who stop to mail and chat. Mrs Anthony still assists her successor Mrs Nelson Schmidt a few hours daily.
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