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During the afternoon a film de- picting the history and life of Sutherland church was shown.
Fowler Presbyterian Men's Council Chartered
A Charter from the National Coun- cil ofPresbyterian Men was recently presented to Mr. H.C. Looft, Presi- dent of the Fowler, Indiana, Presby- terian Men's Council, by Dr. Caster Wilson, Chairman of Men's Work Com- mittee of Crawfordsville Presbytery.
Forty men attended a dinner served by the women of the church. The speaker for the evening was Mr. Phil Eskew, superintendent of schools at Sullivan, Indiana. An offering of $600.00 was received, designated for use toward the purchase of an organ for the sanctuary.
Frankfort Church Lays Cornerstone
The cornerstone for a new educa- tional building was laid, in the presence of the congregation, on Sunday morning, September 25.
In the picture above, from left to right, are: Rawl Ransom, Campaign Chairman; C. Benson Hufford, Super- intendent of the Church School; Morris Robley, assistant Superinten- dent of the Church School; Gerald Gill, Contractor; The Rev. Howard W. Kipp, Minister; Milton Erdal, Chair- man of the Building Committee; and John V. Clark and Clyde Hartzell, members of the Building Committee.
The building is now being erected and should be ready for occupancy by Easter of 1956. The cost will be approximately $120,000; its archi - tecture is identical to the present sanctuary. When completed the new unit and the present structure will form a U-shaped edifice, with the sanctuary and the educational unit joined at the rear by church offices.
This is the second step in the building program which began in 1953 with a new manse constructed across the street from the present sanctuary.
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THE INDIANA PRESBYTERIAN
November, 1955
Purdue Westminster Foundation Holds Graduate Fellowship Dinner
Shown here is the Graduate Married Fellowship of the Westminster Foundation at Purdue, which meets on alter- nate Wednesday nights. Dr. H. Richard Rasmusson is shown at the right with Dr. George Scarseth, speaker of the evening, beside him.
Westminster Foundation at Purdue began its fall pro- gram with an increased interest and attendance. Even with three services and a ground floor use of the partially completed addition, students are not always able to find seating in the third service.
Church Federation Sponsors School of Religion
prepare for Christian lead- ership is available at the Church Federation's annual School of Religion.
Reformed Church, 416 East North Street, Indianapolis.
Some of the courses of- fered this year are:
" How to Read and Study the Bible."
Work."
Christian Education."
"Missionary Education in their responsibility as the Local Church. "
" Understanding Children."
" Creative Activities in Guiding Children."
nominational Co-operation." " The Home and Church Work - ing Together."
" The Church and Its Older Adults."
Parent Roundups Planned
" So You Want Your Child Membership Pin was found.
to be a Christian?", a pam- An outstanding opportun- phlet by the Rev. J.C. Wynn ity for church members to of the Adult Work Depart-
ment of the Poard of Chris- tian Education, will be given to all attending a " round- up for parents" this fall
The school began Monday, and winter.
Parent roundups are de- signed to strengthen the families. Christian family living will be discussed by parent groups in the homes of neighborhood host cou- ples, using the program guide " Roundups for Par- ents", which has been writ- " Paul, The Man, and His ten by Sarah F. Hunt of the First Presbyterian Church " Audio-Visual Resources in in Columbus. Parents will
be helped to think through
Christian parents. The pam- phlet will offer practical points concerning the use of the church school cur-
" The Trend Toward Interde- riculum in the home.
The program can be a vital influence in the cultivation of Christian family life. throughout the churches of the Synod. This effort met
Louisville Seminary Student Dead
Student body and faculty of Louisville Presbyterian Seminary were shocked and saddened by the serious ill - ness and death of Liberian student Charles H. Johnson.
Two years ago Charles came to this country as the first recipient of the fel- lowship for a foreign stu- dent provided by the semi - nary students themselves. He adapted quickly and when he wanted to remain for a second year of work the student body continued their support for a second year.
On September 13 he return- ed to school for registra- tion in high spirits and in seeming good health. Within that day he was hospitalized with a blood disorder which quickly became complicated until his death on Septem- ber 20.
FOUND:
At Sears Roebuck Store, Muncie, Indiana, a Board of Foreign Missions Honorary Owner should write to The First Presbyterian Church, 1000 Riverside Avenue, Muncie, Indiana.
with enthusiastic response by those to whom it has been introduced.
The INDIANA PRESBYTERIAN
Published each month except the months of August and September, at 1459 Central Ave., Columbus, Indiana, By The Board of Management of The Indiana Presbyterian.
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Entered at the Post Office at Columbus, Indiana, as second class matter, February II, 1939.
Board of Management
Mr. Norman Thurston, Chairman, Shelbyville; Dr. John N. Fox, Executive Secretary, Indianapolis; Dr. E. Stanley Kreidler, Secretary Treasurer, India- napolis; Dr. Leigh O. Wright, Lafayette; Mr. Joe Cummins, Columbus; Rev. Harold King, Logansport; Mr. Frank S. Baker, Hanover; Mrs. Charles Marsh, Muncie; Mrs. Scott M. Ford, Indiana- polis; Mrs. Heber D. Williams, Indi- anapolis.
Editorial Board Dr. John N. Fox, Editor Dr. Roy E. Mueller
Dr. E. Stanley Kreidler
Mr. Norman Thurston Mrs. Heber D. Williams
By: Nrs. Reber D. Williams
Fellowship Stressed
Quotes from a letter sent out by Mrs. Grace Sal sbury, President of the National Organization of PWO.
" Together at Purdue we decided: The Fellowship De- partment in local organi za- tions shall receive partic- ular attention during the coming quadrennium. New emphasis shall be given to evangelism and outreach".
We are recommending a " six-pronged advance" for the Fellowship Department of every local organization; 1) a live dynamic Fellowship Department; its members functioning together to make the fellowship in the organ- ization more meaningful.
2) enlistment of new members. 3) an active Guild of Inter- cessors.
4) emphasis on Evangelism. 5) closer relationships with emphasis on evening groups. 6) strengthen our relation- ships with all groups with- in the local church and with other denominations.
This Fellowship Emphasis permeates the whole of our October 17, and will con- organization and can be a tinue for six consecutive part of the program, world Mondays, 7:30-9:30 p.m., at church's ministry to its service, and administrative the Zion Evangelical and departments.
A "Friendship Breakfast" was a highly successful af- fair for the women of the Second Presbyterian Church of Indianapolis, October 12. Planned by the program de- partment in cooperation with the fellowship department, the fellowship idea was stressed in every way. By seating the women alphabet- cially and serving the meal buffet style, there was ample opportunity for visit- ing.
The highlight was an original skit depicting the activities of the church circles.
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For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, which is Christ the Lord. Luke 2:11
OD our Father reveals His great love to us at Christmas through
the birth of His Son Jesus. This gift comes to bring peace for our hearts, strength for our wills, and hope for our future. May His Spirit abide with you throughout the coming year.
Templeton, Anderson Lead Evangelism Conference
Dr. Templeton
Dr. Charles B. Templeton, secretary of the National Com- mission on Evangel- ism, and Dr. Harri - son Ray Anderson, minister of the Fourth Presbyterian Church in Chicago, Illinois, provided outstanding leader-
ship for the Area Conference on Evangelism in Indianapolis, Novem- ber 15 and 16.
The Con ference was designed both for inspiration and instruction. Discussion topics were: The function of the Committee on Evangelism in the Presbytery; Securing the cooper- ation of churches; Helping local church chairmen of Evangel- ism; Youth Evangel - ism; Evangelism through Friendship; Presbyterian Preach- ing Missions and Rallies; The Inclu- sive Church. Dr. Anderson
Jansen to Teach Bible Study Course
Dr. John Frederick Jansen, Professor of Bible, Hanover Col- lege, has been se- lected to teach the Bible study course for the Indi ana Synod Leadership Training School at Hanover College, July 1 to 7, 1956.
Dr.J.F. Jansen
All those enrolling in the school will be registered for the course, which will be a study of the book of Acts. This course is to be related to the Faith and Life theme for the fall and will emphasize the New Testament concept of the Church and its mission.
The Indiana Synod School is one of six synod schools which will be of- fered for the first time in 1956. It is being sponsored by the Commit- tee on Christian Education in coop- eration with the Board of Christian Education.
A variety of courses and work - shops is being offered for workers
Wright Guest of Indianapolis Presbytery
Dr. Paul Stuart Wright, Moderator of the Presbyterian Church in the U.S.A. , was guest of Indiana- polis Presbytery on Wednesday, November 2.
Dr. Wright spoke at the close of a dinner- Dr. Wright fellowship in the First Presbyterian Church in Ind- ianapolis.
His brief message at the table contained prophetic wisdom concern- ing overtures now before all Pres- byteries: the ordination of women to the gospel ministry; the inter- gration of races within one church.
In the presence of 300 presbyter- ians during the worship service following the dinner, he spoke of the new climate, in which we are now living.
It is an age Dr. Wright announced with zealous propheticnote, seeking a sense of community, longing for hope, and eamestly searching after an unknown God.
Crossroads Stresses Giving
The current edition of CROSSROADS quotes:
" The real issue in giving, as far as the Christian is concemed, must always be his conviction that the act of giving is to be his response to what God has done for him.
" The Christian who becomes aware of the great love of God and the way God has poured out that love for him finds himself under an inner compulsion to respond with every measure of love in his heart."
in the church school, youth leaders, leaders in women's work, parents, pastors, directors of Christian education, and lay leaders of the local church who are interested in the Christian education program of the Church.
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THE INDIANA PRESBYTERIAN
December, 1955
EDITORIAL "Rebel Without a Cause"
Currently showing is a film en- titled, " Rebel Without a Cause". A teen-age young man, whose parents are reputable citizens, whose school- ing is within a large modern high- school, and whose every opportunity seems conducive to advance, stands in a police court, charged with drunken driving.
This charge is the first of sev- eral offenses, each becoming more serious, which leads this young man into very difficult circumstances.
Finally, in deep agony, he re- marks to a case worker, " I wish there could be one day in which I was not confused, not ashamed, not lost! "
There seems no cause for rebellion; this young man's environment is good; he is a rebel without cause! Why? Do you believe Christ could have made a difference?
Mayer Neighborhood House Directs Children's Activities
" God and Nature" provides the theme for one of the activities at Mayer Neighborhood House in Indiana- polis. Boys and girls help with tending plants, and enjoy caring for gold-fish and parakeets.
Pictured above are a few of the children, from the different age groups, who are regular members of classes. With them is Miss Mary Lou Taylor, program staff worker. In addition, there are movies on a nature theme, and field trips in the spring to acquaint children with God's wonderful out-of-doors.
According to Mrs. Charles Lord, acting program director, "Mayer House is fortunate to have fine young people on its staff. They come out of Presbyterian churches in Indianapolis, and eagerly give a vital religious emphasis to the work. "
Tabernacle Church Calls Choguill
Dr. Orlo Choguill has been called to succeed Minister- Emeri tus, Roy Ewing Vale, as pastor of the Tabem acle Pres- byteri an Church.
Dr. Choguill, who has served the First Presbyterian Church Dr. Choguill of Topeka, Kansas for ten years, is a graduate of Emporia College and McCormick Theo- logical Seminary. Hisministry until now has been spent in the Synod of Emporia, and of the First Presby- terian Church of Ellsworth.
Dr. and Mrs. Choguill have two daughters: Mary, who is married, and Catherine, a senior at Emporia Col- lege.
Dr. Choguill is a member of the Board of Christian Education and of the National Commission on Evangel - ism, and is a member of the Board of Directors of McCormick Seminary. He began his ministry in Tabernacle Church, Sunday, December 1.
Conference on Evangelism Held
On Sunday afternoon, December 4, a conference on evangelism for min- isters and laymen was held in the Westminster Church in Indianapolis.
It was sponsored by the Committee on Evangelism of Indianapolis Pres- bytery.
Dr. John Fox, Executive Secretary of the Synod of Indiana, delivered an inspirational message during the opening worship. Those attending were then divided into discussion groups.
The Rev. Wilbur Closterhouse, pastor of the Northminster Church, Indianapolis: Mr. Wayne Doolittle, a laymen from Northminster Church; Mrs. Roy Sheek, of Franklin; and Dr. Howard Stone, pastor of Irvington Church of Indianapolis, served as resource leaders.
The meeting closed with an address by the Rev. John K. Abernethy, Area Secretary of the Department of Evangel sim.
As Christians We believe in our church
-- In the ministry
-- In the hope it gives
-- In the Christian foundation which lies at the heart of our nation
Cavell to Visit Europe and Holy Land
The Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Cavell has been presented a two-month trip through Europe and the Holy Land by the congregation of First Presby- teri an Church, Evansville.
The trip is being presented in recognition of Dr. Cavell's 20 years of service as pastor of the church.
He and Mrs. Cavell will leave for the trip in February or March, and expect to visit France, Italy and Germany as well as the Holy Land. They may also visit England.
Dr. Cavell assumed the pastorate of First Presbyterian Church on November 1, 1935.
New Church to be Developed
By an action of Indianapolis Pres- bytery, Synod's Committee on Nation- al Missions was authorized to give aid to an enthusiastic group of peo- ple determined to organize a new congregation north of Indianapolis.
Landisunder contract for purchase at the southwest corner of 106 Street and Road 431. The proposed site is a nine acre portion of the Orchard Park Housing area.
Services are being held in the Carmel School with attendance aver- aging one hundred. A petition for charter membership is being circu- lated, and will be presented to Ind- ianapolis Presbytery at its Decem- ber 12 meeting.
This effort is being directed by the Rev. Robert S. Stewart, who in- tends to resign as Field Representa- tive of Synod' s Committee on Nation- al Missions. Mr. Stewart has served as Field Representative for over two years. He hopes to undertake this new responsibility, and will work closely with Synod's National Missions Committee and with Presby- teri an Extension.
Harrison County Parish Chooses Leader
Harrison County Larger Parish plans to call the Rev. Latham E. Wright. Mr. Wright is a missionary in the U.S.A. Church, having served one term in Portugal. He is here studying Pastoral Leadership and has decided to stay two additional years to make a more extensive study of the subject.
He is the son of a missionary to Prazil.
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THE INDIANA PRESBYTERIAN
December, 1955
St. Andrew Church Organized
Charter Members and Manse of St. Andrew's Church
The congregation of St. Andrew Presbyterian Church of Indianapolis consisting of 148 charter members, was organized on Sunday, October 23, by a Commission appointed by Ind- ianapolis Presbytery.
Church School and Worship Services are convened each Sunday in the new- ly constructed manse in which the Rev. William Huber, pastor of the church, lives with his family.
St. Andrew's church site contains eight and one-half acres, purchased by Presbyterian Extension of Indiana Synod. This site, on which the manse has been erected,is located in northwest Indianapolis at Kessler Boulevard (north drive) and Meeting House Lane.
The first unit of the church building is being constructed under the guidance of Presbyterian Exten - sion. The manse was built with National Missions Funds.
Methods for Supporting the Church
Some Churches Try Cooking
-- Chili Suppers
-- Bean Suppers
-- Oyster Suppers
-- Fish Fries
Other Churches Try Merchandising
-- Rummage Sales
-- Bake Sales
-- Bazaars
-- Greeting Cards, etc.
Some Churches Even Try Gambling
-- Bingo
-- Raffles
-- Lotteries
-- Card Parties
And Some Try God's Way
-- " Bring the full tithes into the storehouse" - Malachi 3: 10 Honor the Lord with your sub- stance" - Proverbs 3:9
First century Christians first of all yielded themselves to Christ; they made Christ themaster of their possessions.
Terre Haute Central Holds Preaching Mission
The Central Church of Terre Haute this year inaugurated an Annual Preaching Mission in memory of the late Dr. Louis O. Richmond, at one time pastor emeritus of Central Church.
The speaker this year was Dr. Allan MacLachlan Frew, pastor of the First Presbyterian Church of Detroit, and past moderator of Philadelphia Presbytery.
A Preaching Mission will be held annually in the Central Church. Each year an outstanding Christian leader will be invited to conduct the mission.
Dr. Richmond, in whose memory the mission has been established, was at one time pastor of the First Presbyterian Church, Shelbyville. Dr. Richmond's two daughters, Mrs. Norman L. Thurston of Shelbyville, and Mrs. Holden M. LeRoy of Detroit, are both active in the Presbyterian church.
Gannaway Installed at Hanover
Rev.Gannaway
The Rev. Bruce F. Gann away was install- ed as pastor of the Hanover Presbyterian Church on November 20. The committee representing New Al - bany Presbytery was headed by the Rev. John DeKruyter of Jeffersonville.
Others participating in the ser- vice were Dr. Arnold B. Rhodes of Louisville Theological Seminary, Dr. John F. Jansen of Hanover College, Dr. George William Allison of Han- over, and the Rev. James B. Wilbanks of Corydon.
Mr. Gannaway came to Hanover after a pastorate at Meridian, Mississip- pi. He succeeds Dr. John N. Fox, Synod Executive.
A reception for Mr. and Mrs. Gannaway was held immediately after the installation services with the Women's Association in charge. They moved into the church man se Novem- ber 17. It was renovated at a cost of $700 and over 1,000 hours of volunteer labor.
The Hanover Congregation includes members of the Faculty and Student Body of Hanover College. TheHanover College Choir serves as the regular choir for each Sunday Morning Ser- vi ce.
Rasmusson, Skinner Lead Retreat
Dr. Richard H. Ras- musson, pastor of the University Presbyterian Church which serves Pur- due Campus, and Dr. Sherman Skinner, pastor of the Second Presbyter- ian Church in St. Louis, Missouri, gave excellent Dr. Richard leadership to the Faith Rasmusson and Life Seminar, held in Turkey Run State Park, last month.
Nearly fifty men, ministers and laymen, attended this retreat. Those who shared this rich experience are convinced of its bene- fits. It is the hope of those responsible for planning this Seminar that many more men from the Synod will take ad- Dr. Skinner vantage of its inspira- tion and fellowship.
London Joins Staff of Indianapolis First Church
The Rev. William London joined the First Presbyterian Church staff of Indianapolis on November 15, 1955. A graduate of Waynesburg College in Pennsylvania, Mr. London holds both his Bachelor of Divinity and the Degree of Master of Church Social Work from McCormick Theological Seminary in Chicago.
He hasbeen minister of the Church of Christ (Presbyterian) in Chicago since February of 1952, and has es- tablished an excellent reputation in the Presbytery of Chicago in a difficult city church situation.
Mr. London will be the Assistant Minister of Visitation and Adminis- tration.
Why Give?
When Mr. Christian of today asks, " Why give to my church?" the answer is because God has established the Church as His instrument of salva- tion in our world. " I will build my Church" is the claim of Christ, and history bears out its truth. King- doms, nations, armies, clubs, so- cieties rise to power and fall from power, then cease to be. But the Church remains " towering o'er the wrecks of time. " The " gates of hell shall not prevail against it, " be- canse God has ordained the Church as his vessel.
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THE INDIANA PRESBYTERIAN
December, 1955
By: Mrs. Heber D. Williams
Miss Fritz Plans 1956 Synodical Retreat
Miss Alice Fritz, Deaconess of Irvington Church, Indianapolis, has been appointed chairman of Indiana Synodi cal Business and Professional Women's Retreat in November of 1956.
She attended the Retreat held last month at Turkey Run State Park. A visitor, Miss Jean McVeety, a former member of the Women's Work Committee of the Board of Foreign Missions, returned to her state, Minnesota, to organize a similar program for Presbyterian women.
Indiana Synodical President, Mrs. Scott Ford, urges local Pres- byteri an Women to plan observances of fellowship programs for day and evening circles, to which husbands, and friends may also be invited.
In Logansport Presbytery, the women report a total attendance on October district meetings of 594; Opportunity Giving offerings total- led $4741.28. Training classes were held for leaders in all departments. Mrs. Frederick Allen spoke concern- ing Indian Americans.
Pastors to Hold Conference
The Indiana State Pastors Con fer- ence will be held on the campus of DePauw University, January 30, 31 and February 1, 1956.
Dr. Ralph W. Sockman is to be lecturer; Dr. CharlesL. Hill, Pres- ident of Wilberforce University, will conduct the bible hours.
Dr. Cecil W. Lower, Professor of Biblical Theology at McCormick Seminary, will discuss problems of the pastors.
Seymour Church Installs Air Conditioner
The First Presbyterian Church of Seymour installed and used for the first time last summer a unit' suf- ficient to condition the entire building. This church is served by the Rev. Nathan Frederick.
New York Presbyterian Offices Approve New Location
The General Council of the Presby - terian Church in the U.S.A. , approved a recommendation that its offices be moved to the new united church center to be built on Morningside Heights in New York City. The new site will overlook the Hudson River and be a neighbor to Riverside Church, Columbia University, Union Theological Seminary, and many other religious and educational institu- tions.
The Board of National Missions and Board of Foreign Missions have already taken action, looking forward to moving their offices to the new center when it is erected, probably by 1958. Headquarters of the General Council and the Boards are at 156 Fifth Avenue, New York City.
The Council recommended that the Office of the General Assembly re- main in its present quarters in the Witherspoon Building, Philadelphia, but approved a suggestion that Dr. Eugene Carson Blake, Stated Clerk of the General Assembly, be author- ized to secure office facilities in connection with the office of the General Council, in the center, for transaction of " such business as shall at any time be necessary."
Hand Executive Secretary of Indiana Council of Churches
Dr. Walter R. Hand became the Executive Secretary of Indiana Council of Churches on November 1.
Dr. Hand has been pastor of Woodruff Place Baptist Church in Indianapolis since 1950. He has been Dr. Hand interested in inter- denominational work since the be- ginning of his ministry. He helped organize a council of churches in Wheeling, West Virginia and was active in the council of Shelbyville, Indiana, and in the Indianapolis Church Federation.
Dr. Hand is a graduate of the University of Cincinnati, has his master of education degree and doctor of philosophy degree from the University of Pittsburgh and is a graduate of Colgate-Rochester Divinity School, Rochester, New York.
Eleanor Linberg Given Essay Award
Miss Eleanor Ruth Lin- berg, a junior at Ind- iana State Teachers Col- lege, was named for second place award in the Indiana Philosophi- cal Association' s Junior Division state-wide con- test.
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