Tribute to a Reformer In commemoration of the Great Reformation it is fitting to recognize John Calvin’s personal legacy to Christendom. Roger Nicole (quoting from an address by Calvin’s countryman, Emile Domnerque) writes. “John Calvin’s death occurred on May 27, 1564, toward eight o’clock in the evening. For him this was a welcome relief from […]
Why do we follow the teachings of Dr. Kuitert so closely? Why do we read so much of him and about him? Why do we pay such close attention to what he says? Why do we talk so often about the so-called “new theology”? Simply because in Kuitert’s approach to understanding the Bible the trustworthiness […]
The Ecumenical Mirage by C. Stanley Lowell, Grand Rapids: Baker Book House, 1967. 205 pages. The Ecumenical Mirage is a fascinating book written by a man who has served several Methodist churches and is presently editor of Church And State and associate director of Americans United for Separation of Church and State. The Ecumenical Mirage […]
CRITICIZES TORCH AND TRUMPET FOR PLACING A. DE JONGE’S LETTER The Editorial Committee of Torch and Trumpet, Dear Brethren: As you know I have expressed serious criticism to one of your members for placing the letter of Mr. William A. De Jonge in the department “Letters to the Editor.” I am happy, indeed, that I […]
FORTAS’ FORTRESS In reaction to the Griffin-Conservative opposition to the confirmation of Abe Fortas as Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court, Senator Hart, also of Michigan, in a televised interview decried the fact that the question of confirmation seemed to compromise the principle of the separation of the three branches of government. He […]
Taking its cue from the Annual Report of the Board of Trustees of Calvin College and Seminary, Synod 1968 adopted the following recommendation: “That Synod take note of the fact that our consistories and people are being subjected to illicit and undermining propaganda regarding Calvin College and Seminary, that it deplores this practice and calls […]
In the editorial paragraphs of last month we briefly outlined the argument of Prof. J. Plomp in his inaugural address. As we saw, Prof. Plomp believes that we should accept an “element” of episcopacy in our presbyterial system. He discussed the matter under three headings: Is it permitted? Is it desirable? Is it possible? All […]
Introduction The American electorate is rapidly approaching Presidential Election Day. The delegates to the national party conventions have had their say. Finally, the American people will have some choice in the selection of the next President. The two major parties offer the public little choice. Both are committed to similar principles, programs and policies. Just […]