King's Business - 1966-05

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A Report on Recent Developments at the San Francisco Theological Seminary

THIS WAY TO THE CROSS C. A. Roberts. Examines six ways of life whose combined end result was the crucifixion of Christ: The Way of Peter— Cowardice; The Way of Judas—Materialism; The Way of the Multitude— Silence; etc. These ways of life are still in operation. Perhaps you will find your life mirrored here and be chal­ lenged to examine the cross as though you were there— as though the crucifixion were today and the decision were yours to make. $1.95

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S T I L L E X I S T S S o m e w e e k s a g o there appeared in the secular press a news item to the effect that the President o f San Francisco Theological Semi­ nary had been granted a leave o f absence " fo r health reasons.” It may be recalled that he has been a frequent storm center in theological circles because o f his unorthodox views concerning certain tenets o f our Christian faith, his advocacy o f homosexual practices and his recommendation o f pornographic literature. His position on the last two subjects was revealed in a publication entitled The Challenge, in the spring o f 1965, put out by the stu­ dents o f the theological seminary which he heads. This publication has been referred to in previous editorials o f The King's Business (August and October, 1965). The Challenge magazine was brought to the attention o f the Standing Committee on Theological Seminaries at the 1965 meet­ ing o f the General Assembly o f the United Presbyterian Church o f America. At that time the matter was treated lightly, dis­ missed with the comment that it was unfortunate such a docu­ ment had appeared. The Seminary and the President o f the Semi­ nary were completely white-washed with but a mild slap on the wrist. It was presumed the matter was closed; apparently the mat­ ter was not closed! Now the President has been given a leave o f absence, " fo r health reasons.” Rumors are floating about to the effect that he will never be put back into that significant position again, that his leave o f absence will become permanent. Appar­ ently also it is presumed that by his removal from office all will be at peace and rest within the Seminary and, indeed, within the Presbyterian Church. The tragic part o f it all is that the situation is not in the least resolved.

GOD AND HUMAN SUFFERING

James D. Bryden. Thoughtful treatment to one of our most per­ sistent questions: Why does a good God let people suffer? $1.95

HIS GOOD AND PERFECT WILL

Newman R. McLarry. Explains God’s will for those who doubt God’s providential care or believe that all events represent His spe­ cific intention. $1.25 MONDAY MORNING RELIGION Luther Joe Thompson. Brief, realistic comments on the every­ day practice of Christian faith. Shows you that all things belong to God. $1.95

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