Maleness terms in question debated by theologians
The article notes churches seek to drop sexist terms for God arguing current masculine language distorts truth and reinforces male superiority. Temple University’s Dr. Leonard Swidler advocates using feminine imagery or dual pronouns, framing God as beyond gender while avoiding new terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George W. Cornell
New York
Leonard Swidler
Temple University
Philadelphia
God
Swidler
Screaber
Journal of Ecumenical Studies
Len Mink to perform sacred music at First Presbyterian Church
Cincinnati television entertainer Len Mink and his wife Kathy plan a sacred music program at First Presbyterian Church tomorrow at 3 p.m. Mink has resumed religious appearances after recovering from a typically fatal blood disease.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Len Mink
Kathy
First Presbyterian Church
Gerald Strober Rejoins Judaism Sees Threat to American Judaism
Gerald Strober, once a Presbyterian and longtime interfaith adviser, has rejoined Judaism after twenty years as a Christian. He argues Jewish continuity is at risk and calls on those of Jewish background to stand up and be counted to defend the faith and community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George W
America
Doubleday
Moody Bible Institute
Chicago
Gordon College
Wenham
Mass
New York City University
Surry, N.H
Barrington College
Rhode Island
Multiple churches list sermons and services for Sunday morning
A summary of church schedules shows numerous congregations with sermon topics and service times. Pastors at churches such as the Church of the Brethren, St. Luke Presbyterian, Faith United Methodist, First United Methodist, and First Presbyterian deliver talks on topics ranging from heart and family to faith and moral duties. Sunday school times and additional activities are noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Faith United Methodist
Lewis Thompson
Rizpah
First Church of Christ, Scientist
Adam
Fallen Man
Middletown Ministerial Association names new officers
The Rev. O. Krug Klafter, pastor of Zion Lutheran Church since 1964, is elected president succeeding Rev. W. Curtis Lee of St. Pauls UCC. Klafter previously led the association in 1970. Re-elected VP is Rev. Willie Bankston of Emmanuel Baptist, and Rev. Lowell Scheufler of First United Methodist becomes secretary treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. Krug Klafter
Zion Lutheran Church
Middletown Area
Mothers to Be Honored at Mt Zion Baptist Church
The mothers of the church will be honored with a music program featuring local talent at Mt. Zion Baptist Church tomorrow at 3 30 p m. Sponsored by the church ladies the event opens a series marking the 48th anniversary with services 7 30 p m Wednesday to Friday and a 3 30 p m service next Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mothers of the Church
Mt. Zion Baptist Church
The
Ladies of the Church
Reverend Smiley to Speak at Emmanuel Baptist Service
The Rev. Hubert Smiley of Hamilton will preach at 7 30 p m tomorrow at Emmanuel Baptist Church. Music will be provided by the Holy City Travelers during the service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hubert Smiley
Hamilton
Emmanuel Baptist Church
Holy City
Edgewood Ministerial Association Softball League Planned
An organizational meeting for forming the Edgewood Ministerial Association Softball League will be held Monday at the Nazarene Church in Trenton beginning at 7 p.m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trenton
Edgewood Ministerial Association
Nazarene Church
Also Mentioned on This Page
Gerald Strober
Mt. Oliver
St. Luke Presbyterian
Robert Clark
Christ United Methodist
David Cottrill
St. Paul’s United Church of Christ
W. Curtis Lee
First Christian
Monroe Schuster
Logan Avenue Church
First United Methodist
Aldersgate
Captain Noah
First Presbyterian
Irvin Emmons
Robert Ward
Bonita Drive
Church of Christ
L. Douglas LaCourse
Bible School
Bethlehem Lutheran
Paul Bergdall
Faith
Association
REV. Klafter Zion Lutheran
Trinity Baptist
Joseph E. Lewis
Fundamental Family Church
Virgin
Heaven
Hell
Diety OF Christ
Bible —God’s Word
Manchester Inn
Trinity Baptist Temple
Middletown, Ohio
Howard Sears
Ellen Roweton
T.V
Grace Baptist Church
Union Road
Middletown
Church Office
Middletown Christian Schools
Trenton Church
Charles Tarr
Grand Avenue
Church OF God
Jim Hill
Assemblies OF God
Lim
Christian Assembly OF God Church
Trenton-Franklin Road
Ohio
L. Duaine Allen
Arthur H. Parsons
Ohio District Council
U.S
Samuel
First Church OF the Nazarene
Uth Sutphin
Wesley K