SA psych. lecturer THE AUSTRALIAN THE AUSTRALIAN speaks in CHURCH Rev Thomas C. Milton, rector of St Mark's Terrigai Osops,otle) sou, i969, John's Biggenden lBrisbene) since 1970, will retire on September 30 and will live Dr John Court, Senior He has written many articles RECORD has been appointed curate of St Luke's at Belmont. and booklets on censorship and Liverpool (Sydney) from May 1. Rev L. Gregory Holmes, chaplain at Lecturer in Clinical Psycho- CHURCH RECORD Rev Alfred J. A. Stonier. rector of All Cathedral. Newcastle, contributed to the book "No, No THE NATION V. NEWSPAPER — NINETY-SECOND YEAR OF PUBLICATION Saints' Menlo (Brisbane) since 1968. has since 1968. has been inducted In charge logy at Adelaide University, Calcutta" (published 19721, The national paper for been appointed assistant chaplain at The of the new district of Kotara South Church of England people Southport School. (Newcastle). spoke recently in Sydney on which outlines the legal fight Registered for posting as Printed by John Fairfax and — Catholic, Apostolic, Prot- Sons Ltd., Broadway, Sydney. Price 15 cents Rev Canon Guy Harmer, Director of Rev Ernest H. WhealleY. rector of St the topic, "Being a Christian against the play. 4o. 1514 — June 1 and 15, 1972 a newspaper—Category A. the Mission of St lames and St John, Peter's Islington (Newcastle) since 1959, estant and Reformed. Melbourne, recently spent a few weeks' was inducted as rector of All Saints' Bel- in today's society." While in Sydney, Dr Court leave in Sydney following an operation. mont on April 21. addressed other meetings open to Rev Anthony H. Nichols. lecturer at Rev Canon Ralph E. Wicks, rector of Subscription $4 per year, Moore College, Sydney. since 1958, has St lames' Toowoomba (Brisbane) since The meeting, co-sponsored by the public and private meetings posted. Editorial and Busi- been accepted by CMS for service in In- 1963. has been anoninted of the Youth Department and the of students. ness: Room 820, 160 Castle- donesia in the field of theological train- The Downs, Parish of Gladesville, was held reagh Street, Sydney. 2000. Don Cameron's West State aid motion rejected Rey Ernest W. Carnaby. chaplain at s Mies Angela Waren has been appointed Woomera Rocket Range (Willochra) has on Friday, May 5, at Christ Phone: 61 2975. Issued fort. public relations officer of the NSW Mis- been appointed General Secretary for Church, Gladesville. sions to Seamen. CMS in South Australia and will take up nightly, on alternate Thurs- Rev Paul and Mrs Gurrier-lones. duties in August next. Dr Court was a member of days. formerly of The Rectory, Milton. NSW, Mr Lionel Daher% 48. Organist and the Moral Action Committee by Gippsland s nod leave for Numbulwar Mission. North mission Master of the Choristers at Exeter Cath- Australia, at the end of the month. Mr edral since 1957, has been appointed Di- formed in Adelaide to oppose the Gurrier-Jones will be chaplain in place rector of the Royal Gerold of Church staging of the controversial play PR Dept's Rey Peter Arch. of Mr Arch said that giving on 26th May to lead of Rev Earl Hughes. Music to succeed Dr Gerald kaicht. Ir Res Donald Cameron, CMS Secretary left Australia money to independent schools Rev Earl J. Hughes, of CMS North will take up his post next , Oh Calcutta." Old Tas. Churchill, told the Gipps- Australia since 1956, hes gone on a a three eeks' teaching mission in the . siymorsteensceidi the education level in er's extended leave. He has lectured in land synod last month that ii guistics at St Andrew's Hall. Mel. bourne, for the first term this year. Mr Cameron was invited and deepening it. The itinerary includes three the St Anne's and Cippsland Synod tookl the view that it Rev Frederick G. Standen. rector of st church He pointed out that the days in and the other THE NEW and THE OLD1 24 - hour ,o lead the mission to the Grammar School, Sale, was unfair to single out the churches in West Malaysia are centres and one day in Johore English-speaking congrega- examine its consci. Grammar as a lever to open a multi-lingual and that a church Bahru, on Friday June 16. While Should on an issue of suet mag- NT STUDENTS 'IA restored tions in the dicieese by the building may be used for a num- in the diocese, Mr Cameron ence on accepting taxpayers' debatenitude, , Right Rev Tan Sri ber of congregations speaking hopes to see something of the to run the school. tu'Mr W. E. Edwards, Warragul, St Luke's Campbell Town, Roland Koh. perhaps English, Mandarin, Can- four Australian CMS mis- Synod met at Moe and Mt submitted that synod was was- Newsline tonese, Tamil or another Chinese sionaries there. Rev Peter and built in 1832 and one of Arch said that it appeared that ting time on political discussion AT SU CAMPS In an interview for the Church Newsline - 614700, the Tasmania's oldest church dialect. Mrs Tasker are at St George's independent schools were becom- and should give church matters Crocodiles and snakes Record, Mr Cameron said that Penang. I fircity of Penang was diocese of Sydney's Public buildings, has just had con Accordingly, not one missioner ing richer and the State schools priority. were of merely passing the mission is directed at church laid out by Colonel Light who The motion was thrown out on Relations Department 24- but several had been invited. A were becoming poorer. interest to the campers at siderable restoration wort members rather than non- presbyter from South India will also planned the city of Ade- He conceded that he in- the grounds that controversial hour telephone information Christians and is aimed at Coomalie Creek, 60 miles done. conduct the mission to the laide. Rev John and Mrs Lous- troduced the motion as a issues such as contraception, service began operations on instructing them in their faith Tamils and one coming from ada are engaged in lay training springboard to open a debate on abortion and conscription were south of Darwin during the The fine old porch tower war at St Barnabas's Kiang, midway Tuesday, April 17. will be missioner to a State-wide basis. part of the gospel. past Easter! endangered by collapsini between and Port Those who want to know the the Chinese speaking congrega- With that camp filled another foundations and steel scaffolding Swettenham. latest church news and to learn tions. camp was organised for May had to be erected to carry out points for prayer, may dial Mr Cameron will cover the By -means of the mission, Bish- 8-16. Applications for this camp this work. Its interior was also 61 4700 at any hour and hear op Koh hopes to quicken the had to be closed by the begin- renovated and the church bell English-speaking congregations, John Reid to be the news on a tape which will be more securely swung. working down the peninsula evangelistic concern of his dioc- ning of April! changed each Thursday. from Penang, to Ipoh. Kuala ese and he hopes that through The May camp was at Kath- Windows and ventilation also The news both from within came in for considerable atten- Lumpur, Seremban, to this and the follow-up which will erine Gorge and students came go on afterwards, to achieve a from Katherine. Alice Springs and beyond the diocese and the tion. Johore Bahru. On the way, he assistant bishop points for prayer will be most Anglican services in Campbell will take one or two meetings for greater level of understanding and Darwin. and breadth of instruction in the The camps are organised by useful to clergy and others who Town began in 1822, ten years ministers of various denomina- Ven. John Reid, 43, Arch- Moore College and for some The modern circular building of Christ Church, Gosford, prepare weekly news bulletins before the present church was congregations of his diocese years he was a full-time worker the Scripture Union Committee diocese of Newcastle. Opened in 1960 and consecrated in lions deacon of Cumberland in in Darwin who make a plea for for distribution at Sunday ser- built. Rev H. D. Ikin is the rec- with the Inter-Varsity Fellow- 1970, it overshadows the old stone Christ Church, consecrated vices. tor. dney since 1969, is to be- ship. He is married with six chil- more Christian teachers to apply in 1958, which is on the right. Gosford is the largest town for positions at the two high ,ime an assistant bishop of dren. between Sydney and Newcastle and the parish buildings occupy As an assistant bishop of Syd- schools at Darwin and Alice a commanding situation in the main street with extensive views lie diocese. He will be con- Springs. ney, he will be responsible for of the Brisbane ‘Nattr. Bp Witt 's mission in secrated on 25 July. the rural deaneries of Balmain, As well as being a capable and Cook's River, Randwick, St h a r d-working administrator, George, Marrickville and Banks- Archdeacon Reid has established town. Evangelical Society ends Newcastle a reputation in many parts of the Thus he will take over the world and particularly in Asia, areas at present under the over- At the end of its second Bishop Howell Witt of "My predecessor, Bishop Fre- as an outstanding Bible teacher sight of Bishop Jack Dain who is North West Australia con- wer, made so many flights the and convention speaker. to assume a general supervisory full year of operations, the airlines gave him a gold pass; Rev Donald Cameron 2nd year strongly ducted a mission in the New- He is a graduate of the role in the central administration Evangelical Society based in the Bishop said. castle suburban parish of St I 'givers, of Melbourne an of tine diocese. the western areas of the with Youth," moral issues in- I held at St Marys on May 27 and Bishop Witt, a 51-year-old diocese of Sydney ended the cluding abortion, protests, after the business meeting, the Peter's Hamilton in April. Welshman who came out to Played at year with 85 members drawn strikes, drugs and alcohol; and film "A Lost Generation" will be In an interview with the local Australia in 1949 to be chaplain press, Bishop Witt spoke of the at Woomera Rocket Range in from 30 parishes in the area. "Problems of Local Church screened and supper will be 24 inductions Government." These conferences served. challenge of his vast 700,000 SA, also packs into a busy life a Alan Kerr world Four conferences arranged were held at Wentworthville, Rev Milton Myers has been an square mile diocese which so far regular newspaper column and PARISH 10 N I KS at Mount during the year drew 35e church this year has seen him at home numbers cf television appear- Barker in the diocese of Sunbury Baulkham. Hills, Blaxland and active chairman during the year members and leaders and the and much organising work has in Geraldton 28 days and away ances in news and current affairs are planning to install a small Cabramatta. topics were "Evangelising in the fallen on the two secretaries, for 75 days. programs. pipe organ in memory of the late twentieth century; "Tile Church The annual meeting - is being Miss Gill Evans and Canon Vic- Mrs Sophie Smith, organist at SU chairman tor Cole. All Saints' for 51 years. Mr Kerr is also chairman of The century-old St George's Penang, diocese of iVeSf A Melbou ri ti I iti si ness- The first conferences for the During that time she played at Malaysia. Kerr. has the Asia Pacific Christian Mis- third year of activity will be at ALLEN OUEE FAREWELLED the induction of 24 ministers. man. Mr Alan sion which has hundreds of WA goldfields need Merrylands in July with Canon been elected International Australian missionaries in New D. B. Knox as guest speaker, Chairman of the world-wide Guinea and nearby islands. and a film conference in Septem- IN ADELAIDE Scripture Union, a Bible- In August, 1971, he was co- ber in the new area of Tregear. chairman with Bishop Clive reading organisation with A warm-hearted family gospel of Christ commended him PARISH RENEWAL CONFERENCE Kerle of Armidale of the Nation- counselling service farewell was given Rev Allen in wider denominational and 11 million members. al Evangelical Anglican Con- interdenominational circles. He Quee and his wife and four Mr Kerr is managing director gress attended by 550 Anglicans The Kalgoorlie-Boulder- conquer problems. Bp Chisholm was active in the local Anglican of a Melbourne-based group of from all over Australia. Kambalda area had special He hoped that such a service children after his seven years Evangelical Fellowship. He was furniture manufacturing com- He is a committed Christian, problems among its people could be operated by local in Bendigo in South Australia as a secretary of the SA churches' IN WA EASTERN WHEATBELT panies and combines business an Anglican layman who serves authorities with the backing of C.M.S. General Secretary. committee which organised the trips through Asia with contacts on various Anglican committees which required special the mental health services in Bishop John Chisholm of Leighton Ford Crusade. such as the Federal Executive of Conference leader was Rev least in Merredin and I am par- for Scripture Union. counselling and guidance. Perth. Melanesia visited his home A crowd of friends from CMS He was chairman of the SA One of the most successful He has been chairman of the the Church Missionary Society. Mr Lomas said he could see Keswick Convention Council, g Tom Wallace, Diocesan Director ticularly encouraged to know Rev Peter Lomas, chaplain city of Bendigo on 17 April and other organisations with parish renewal onferences that there is such concern to Australia-New Zealand-East Asia His appointment was made at things in Kalgoorlie and Boulder member of the council of the of Religious Education. the recent Scripture Union Inter- of mental health services in for a men's dinner. which Mr Quee was closely reach out to the men, to young Council of the movement for that could develop into problems. linked gathered at Holy , Adelaide Bible Institute and ever organised by the Perth During his sermon at the some years, and replaces British national Council meeting in West W.A., said this in Kalgoorlie However, if the right type of Some hundreds of men gath- closely associated with the SA communion which preceded the people and to Aboriginal Austra- North Terrace parish hall on Diocesan Board of Religious lians. businessman Mr P. D. Warren. Malaysia. recently. counselling and guidance was ered in the White Hills Technical April 10. Evangelical Alliance. conference, he outlined the He was in Kalgoorlie to con- available these problems could School hall to hear the Bishop On behalf of the CMS com- Education was held in Mer- threefold expressions of the As State Secretary, he had duct a parish mission in St Mat- be met head on before they were speak and to meet him. mittee, the vice-chairman, Mr church under the headings Wor- travelled extensively, greatly redin last month. thews Church, Boulder, and to allowed to do any harm. Money raised from the dinner Alf Lamprey made presentation, ship. Mission and Education. strengthening the work and wit- endeavour to form a counselling Local authorities could play a was given to the Melanesia to Mr and Mrs Quee. Sixty people came from many Australian evangelicals From a previously prepared big part in setting up such a Cyclone Relief Fund. The Bishop ness elf CMS in the State. Mr Quee has since been in parts of the Parish and the asso- and guidance service in the town. document, handed to each mem- counselling service because funds flew to New Zealand the follow- At the same time, his friend- ducted as rector of St 's. ciated parish of Kellerberrin for Mr Lomas said he hoped a ber of the conference, a report of were required to enable coun- ing day. liness and desire to forward the Beverly Hills, in Sydney. the day at All Saints'. counselling service could he the present situation was out- sellors to recruitment of a high formed from within the commu- lined. From this participants form united body nity to help local pt ,tple face and standard. were encouraged to deduce the At a historic meeting in From Victoria: Rev Dr Keith sations and missions are also in strengths and weaknesses of the Cole, Mr L. B. Buck, Mr B. D. view, eg, the wider operation of Great day for Aborigines Canberra (wen the wrekend Church's position. Bayston, Mr Graham McKelvie, TEAR FUND which has already WELCOME TO THE FAMILY $61,182 Emphasis of the conference May 26-28. evangelical" of Mr R. V. Clough and Rev How- sent over $10,000 to aid Bangla- was upon renewal and change, Australia's major denomina- ard Knight. desh refugees, the publishing of an Australian Missions Directo- To become a subscriber to the Australian Church Re- at CMS station in NT and the program was divided up tions founded the Australian From South Australia: Mr cord, just fill in the form below and mail it in with into four sections: "Where are Bruce Bryson and Mr Bruce ry, and the undertaking of Corn- Over Easter at the CMS reasons were not ready for bap- joined in the service with digni- we now?" "Where are we Evangelical klliatice. They monwealth-wide surveys and $4 or simply ask us to charge it. Townsend. Mission Station at Otnpelli, tism or confirmation, will be fied enthusiasm. in Winter going?" "How do we get there?", will seek affiliation with the From Tasmania: Rev N. S. research. it admitted later in the year. and concluded with the largest Miller and Pastor W. Spiers. Dr Keith Cole gave a paper on I enclose $4 for annual subscription/Please charge Northern Territory, 71 voting The questions to the candi- World Evangelical Fellow- annual meeting ever. From ACT: Mr George Cook. the historical background of the 'cross out one) people were baptised and 75 The Bishop of the Northern dates and some other parts of ship. Evangelical Alliance movement Territory, Right Rev Kenneth the service were in the Gun- When the rector (Rev Michael Also present were observers — — — — — — — — — — — — — — men and women were con- Appeal Those attending the meeting from other States. and Dr Gilbert McArthur out- Mason, arrived by aircraft and winggn language. A feature of Rowdon) was asked what he lined proposed activities of the To The Australian Church Record, Room 820, 160 firmed. Six men and women was given a colourful welcome the proceedings was the corn thought of the conference, he re- represented State Evangelical Al- The need to present a united The of Syd- liances, evangelical missionary front on a Commonwealth-wide new federal body. Mr B. D. Bay- who had previously been by the crowd who had gathered petence of the interpreters in get- plied: "It doesn't appear that we ston submitted a possible struc- Castlereagh Street, Sydney, NSW 2000. on the airstrip. have come up with anything very alliances rd kindred missionary scale in the face of the current baptised were also confirmed. ting the heart of the matter ney's Winter Appeal, held ture for consideration. across to the listeners. startling or revolutionary, but bodies in many States. eroding permissiveness in society NAME The Church of Emmanuel had annually to collect money Delegates included the follow. and to ensure that the evangeli- The following officers were The services climaxed a long been decorated by members of All age groups were represen- there has been enough en- elected for the first year: chair- period of preparation by the thusiasm, frankness and imagina- ing: cal viewpoint is not overlooked the congregation, but crowds had ted in the candidates and congre- and clothing for those in by the Government and the man, Canon Leon Morris; vice- ADDRESS Oenpelli chaplain, Rev Philip tion for us to he able to form a From NSW: Canon D. W. B. to sit on the lawns outside and gation, so that the occasion was need, has reached $61,782. media, are two of the main dhairrnan, Mr L. Buck; secretary, Taylor, and a band of dedicated plan that will give us work to do Robinson, Rev Dudley Ftiord, POSTCODE hear the service broadcast. Being a very real reflection of the Rev Dr Gilbert McArthur, Mr reasons for this action. Many Rev Howard Knight; treasurer. lay helpers. outside didn't stop them joining spiritual awakening that has This figure is 100 per cent up for the next three years. I am Bishop Alfred Stanway; member glad to see that the search for Alex, Gildhrist, Mr J. Stuart other avenues of united action Several others who for various in, and the whole congregation come to Oenpelli in the last year on the same period in 1971, and co-operation by member of the executive council, Rev when the final total of the appeal meaning is going on inside the Hill, Mr Arthur Collins and Rev Lyndsay Slade. churches, individuals, organi- Lance Shilton. Printed by John Falrla to' the Was $61,000. Church as well as outside — at Page 8 Australian Church -Record, May 18, 1972 The nChurca Record OrnadwAYAn:l.d"", "b"h"r Q, 1. If the Bible is the EDITORIAL true revelation of God, why is there a difference in God in the Old and New Testa- QUESTIONS ABOUT THE BIBLE ments? The Old Testament ing with Jesus' teaching, eg Ex b Secondly it must be remem- when he finished the Bible? sort of freedom iho ,ome people A well-stocked memory God is a harsh judge punish- 23:4 "If thou meet thine enemy's bered that God's Word is self- Are the writings of saints think we have, eg sinners are ing sin, lobbying for the Jews ox or his ass going astray, thou authenticating. It would be who have lived since then in slaves to their sin because they Complaints about the fickleness of We should memorise what we under- It is not so long since the Bible was alone. The New Testament shalt surely bring it back to him strange if this were not so, and if any way inspired? And can are blinded by the devil and can- God needed witnesses from out- not choose but to sin. Though memory are common, but few seem to stand, not because we place some artif icial memorised so that the God as revealed by Christ is again." and Jesus' summary of they further reveal God's our duty, ie "thou shalt love thy side Himself to testify to His they always retain a "formal" al- value on rote learning. If we memorise a arse might be quoted verbatim. There are many a forgiving father, forgiving realise how responsive memory is to neighbour as thyself" are simply authority. Consequently, Christ- purpose? ternative, they have no "mate- training. Again, Christians are often each day or each week even and reinforce Ihe translations in popular use today and it is repented sin and for all people. two quotations from the Old ians in recognising the Bible as A3. In Christ, God has fully rial" alternative. aware of memory's failure to erase the process by frequent revision and repetition, we much more important to be able to paraphrase Al. The question reflects an Testament, and to give only one God's Word use it as the source revealed Himself for "in Him the Those who have been re- knowledge of things better forgotten. will be training our power of retention to keep what the Bible says rather than to insist on erroneous hearsay view of the further instance, the Psalms are fullness of the Godhead dwelt deemed by Christ are set free relevant passages of God's Word readily avail- exactness. It seems that this was the method Old Testament. We must remem- full of praise for God's steadfast bodily (Col. 2:9). It is therefore from the external tyranny of sin But we can also take comfort in the fact able for our use when we need them in order used by writers of the New Testament when ber that the God of the Old love and mercy. These questions were inconceivable that there should so that they are now free to follow their own natures of that lessons well-learnt are always there for to help and instruct others. they quoted the Old Testament. Testament is the God of our Yet at the same time both in be anything more that God wants asked at an S.C.M. National which God is the author; and so iii,mory to draw upon. For this reason alone, The Navigators is an international organi- Lord Jesus Christ and of the the Old and New Testaments, to reveal to us about Himself Quoting the Scriptures we have learned apostles. The apostles did not God has revealed He is also a Conference at Armidale, than what He revealed when He the regenerate person, insofar as should see how important it is for sation for young people and adults which should never become a means of avoiding the change their religion when they God of judgment. He does not N.S.W., following an address Himself was present incarnate. he is free from sin, naturally ( liristians to systematically train the memory places great emphasis on the need for people loves to do God's will, but all of implications of a human situation, of pass] 'lc accepted Jesus as the Messiah. ignore unrepented sin and rebel- by Rev Canon D. B. Knox The of the saints illus- I]] the retention of verses and even longer to study the Bible together and to memorise lives us whether regenerate or unre- judgment on others, of administering a rebuke On reading the Old Testament lion. trate God's work in men's lives, passages of Scripture. relevant verses. The interdenominational Ber- on "The authority of God's generate exercise our freedom or of refusal to face an unpalatable truth. it will be seen that God is there Q.2. Is not the proving of that is they illustrate (but do not While we are unable to advance any sta- Word." within the sovereignty of God ean Band whose president is Canon T. F. C. revealed as essentially a God of the authority of scripture by add) new revelation to what God While there are dangers to avoid, there This relation of a sovereign will tistics, we can't help feeling that little attention Hewes, celebrates its 67th anniversary this love. For example in the very quoting scripture begging the tells us in Scripture of Himself, is paid to memorising Scripture and perhaps are also untold blessings to be enjoyed when beginning in Exodus 34 He re- to a true secondary will is year. The original Bereans (Acts 17:11) for Christain doctrine. In fact all and of His relations with us. For veals His name, ie His character, question? unique. There is nothing to little value because of some edijcational theo- loved the Scriptures and their modern counter- we deliberately set to work to furnish our Christain doctrines must be this reason good Christian biog- as "a God of compassion and A2. a Scripture may firstly be which we can compare it but we ries that are abroad. parts both read and commit them to memory. memories with the sanctifying Word of God. drawn from Holy Scripture. raphy is most valuable reading. gracious, slow to anger, and treated simply as an historical can see it illustrated in our ex- There is therefore no reason Q.4. If God controls every perience of prayer for guidance, plenteous in mercy and truth; account of what Jesus taught keeping mercy for thousands, and what His apostles taught. why we should not use Scripture atom, electron, etc., in the and in our trust for protection. forgiving iniquity and trans- For Christians the teaching of as a source not only for such universe, and if we are made For we never imagine God say- ing to us in reply to our prayer, gression and sin . . ." Jesus and the apostles about God doctrines as the Second Coming, up of electrons, atoms, etc., is of final authority and what but also for the doctrine of reve- "So sorry I can't help you, for The ethical injunctions of the why do we have free will? A world ministry that Various doormats this was may be discovered from lation. It is inconsistent to take the man you fear has free will." Old Testament are fully in keep- the New Testament simply the Bible's teaching about sin A.4. It is true that we have The Holy Bible teaches clearly A missionary once said to But — her parents are not ye] treated as an historical record; and judgment and incarnation free will (which is of course sy- that God is sovereign, working Christians. We talked about it. me that she refused to be a and so to quote the Bible to and salvation but yet refuse to nonymous with "will," the adjec- all things after the counsel of doormat to a fellow worker. "Really Maggie, I feel so show what this teaching was, al- accept its testimony as to what is tive "free" adding nothing to the His own will and a clear appre- frustrated at times. Mum and VIEWPOINT the nature of God's revelation concept; for a will that is not outrivals the UN and WCC Well, there are doormats and though in fact it established the ciation of this doctrine sets us Dad still ask me where I'ni authority of the Bible, is not ar- through its written pages. free in some sense is not a will. In an age when percent- Council of Churches and in more than $50,000 behind 1971 doormats . . . going, what I'm doing, what time The trouble guing in a circle. Q.3. Did God stop writing But our wills do not have the Continued on page four addition hundreds of inter-deno- at this date. Most of us have had the ex- I'll be home and so on." in Ireland ages and statistics are the minational and non-denomina- perience of someone seemingly "So you want to get away convenient criteria for all tional missions all depending on trying to dominate us. We either from it all?" Up to 1921 all Ireland evaluations or when jumbo- the Bible Societies for Scriptures knuckle under, rebel furiously, formed part of a political Billy Graham or — have a good look at the ism, declaring might is right He continued, But "bigness c unity, the United Kingdom. not the true measure — the t rue whole situation and consider By Margaret therefore good, is the fetish value is seen in the Bible so- in Dublin quietly what is the best thing to Ireland, however, was divi- do. WE CARE by which many judgments cieties' missionary ministry, pro- ded in pplitics and religion. viding Scriptures for the individ- In my missionary friend's The vast majority of the are made — the mammoth Hoping to make some ual missionary worker to pass on case, there was a clash of "Sometimes I do. Then I feel southern Irish, overwhel- task of the fifty national to the hopeless and helpless contribution to the cause of personalities: one side seemed in- I've got to stick it and live out ABOUT peace in Ireland, Dr Billy accessible, and the other didn't this new experience. You know, I mingly Roman Catholic, Bible societies which are the people in war-ravaged areas, in refugee camps of the Israel-Arab Graham spent June 1 and 2 try hard enough to find a way really love my parents now, and wanted home rule and com- through. Yet how easily things member societies of the area, India, Pakistan and Bangla- in Dublin. they've noticed I'm different . plete separation from Britain. United Bible Societies, is still desh as well as Vietnam. could be straightened out if we They're watching me too — so He met the Roman Catholic had a bit more courage (heavily Eve got to be all I profess." Those in the northern quarter He said, the Bible Society and the Protestant undergirded with love). Or if we inspiring, said Rev. Alan F. "Has your spiritual renewal of Ireland. Ulster, mostly Protes- of Dublin and other community were more approachable. Scott of the Bible Society in needed the united backing of made things easier then?" tant in religion, wished to main- churches and personal support of leaders and addressed a large I am speaking here of tain the link with Britain for Australia addressing the individuals in the missionary meeting in the Concert Hall of Christians; where others are in- "It has and it hasn't. I've had they had close cultural, economic Presbyterian Assembly. ministry of the society's work of the Royal Dublin Society by in- volved you have to tread a bit had to pull out of some things and religious ties with Britain. like gambling, and that didn't providing Scriptures for all vitation only. On Friday, June 2, more warily, for there is no com- he spoke to a packed meeting of please them. And they think I'm In 1921 the parliament at Even the United Nations does people throughout the world, mon ground on which to work. ministers of all denominations. getting too religious. But I don't Westminster, in which members not carry on its work in 1,450 My friend Jane is a case in either free or at prices the poor- think I should move yet." from England, Scotland, Wales languages or plan for a 200 est can afford. Prior to the Dublin visit, Dr point. For years Jane's spiritual and Ireland sat, passed an Act million circulation of one book Graham spent a day in Belfast life went up and down; now in Jane is right: there is a time to The society in Australia is that divided Ireland into two annually in 158 countries or ter- and met leaders of the various her late twenties, Jane has come conform and to accept frustra- political entities, each with its pledged to provide $300,000 for For over three years the Church ritories. There are more churches factions. The theme of his visit into real blessing. Now she wants tion. You have to persist in own parliament, but whereas the world activity before October in the Bible Societies Fellowship was "Peace in an era of revo- to launch out, to get a flat of her showing love even though you're Northern Ireland has remained of England Homes has of Sharing than in the World next and at present gifts are lution." own, and leave the family nest. being criticised and misunder- part of the United Kingdom, the stood. southern part became an inde- employed a full-time social MRS SHEILA HAYLES OF KELMSCOTT, W.A., ON We need discernment in all pendent State, first as the Irish worker with professional our relationships. In Christ alone Free State, and later as the Re- we have true liberty — if we are public of Eire. qualifications to interview, AUSTRALIAN WOMEN & LIBERATION his slaves. Article 44 of the Constitution research and talk things over drawn up for the new Republic the sexes and I suggest that Women's Liberation re- "professional, technical and re- I have held many things in my gave the Roman Catholic with parents who want to put many are content to prepare the lated" positions as far back as hands, and have lost them all: Church a privileged place in that cently made a statement in meal whilst the husband mixes their children into our homes. 1947 was 17.7. In USA in 1950 but whatever I have placed in country. Thus the pre-nuptial "The West Australian" stat- the concrete. The Women's the percentage was 12.8, while in God's hands, that I stilt possess guarantees demanded by the She spends a lot of her time Liberation movement seems to ing that women in Australia Sweden the' percentage was only MARTIN LUTHER. Roman under Si ANDREW'S be seeking not only equality the Ne Temere decree are given trying to keep them out, were second-class citizens. between the sexes but also uni- The best atmosphere in which legal support. because the best thing for This statement is not true. formity and the day that this (MEDIAL 5(11001 happens and our exciting and to bring our children to maturity CHURCH In the Tilson Mixed Marriage children is to stay together in 55 ON EY The relationship be the wonderful sexuality is lost life is that of Ephesians 5. 21-25. Case in 1952 the High Court (Registered under the Bursary sexes is vastly different in will become a very dull business. This secure relationship with ORGANS granted the Roman Catholic their own family group. But if Endowment Act). partner of the broken marriage Australia from both Britain and I quote from "The great father taking his position as head The Church School at the Heart instead of abdicating to woman custody of the children, and this that's not possible, we're happy USA but the liberationists from Australian Stupor" by Ronald KEEPING For artistry in ruling has been followed in sub- of the Diocese. these two countries are trying to Conway. "The statement that and of women not just asserting New or rebuilt (Founded by Bishop Barry, their rights but caring about the organ builchng organs with sequent similar cases. This is a to care for them as long as its arouse in Australian women a Australian Women are second- 14th July, 1885.1 fine tone and factor which has helped to re- disquiet which does not exist at class citizens does not stand the rights of others would be wel- necessary, and we'll give them And The comed by many of our Austra- craftsmanship. duce the Protestant population in School for Cathedral Choristers. present in the majority. test, when we compare the num- lian women and would provide Quality organs the Republic to its present 4 per a Christian and personal ENROLMENT 300 If anything, the male Austra- ber of women in higher status, THEM the foundation of a better imported from cent. Accommodation for an additional lian needs liberating from his jobs in Australia with those of society. England from Northern Ireland Protestants upbringing, 100 pupils in the new school. false attempts at manhood shown nations enjoying a similar stand- Primary to Higher School Certifi- EEO plus are convinced that Rome rules in his heavy drinking, his love of ard of living. The Australian per- As only 40 per cent of mar- We really wane the best for cate and Matriculation. Provision freight, etc. the Republic. This is recognised sport and being one of the boys. centage of females employed in for Language and Technical riages are happy I don't suppose even today by some Roman these children. We care enough Courses. Staff of experienced He is not taking his proper place it is too harsh to say that some Regular tuning OUT Catholic politicians in the Re- Teachers and Graduates. Generous as head of the family and is of the women who go around visits to all to try to keep them out. Scholarships provided for Cathe- leaving his wife to cope with (in areas. Reed or- public. Dr Noel Browne (Labour) dral choristers and Probationers; waving banners and fighting for lip Hanson gans serviced. a former Minister of Health in choral training in the Cathedral many cases) the total care of the Women's Liberation are subli- Free consulta- the Republic of Eire Govern- and in the School under the children. He has not taken intu returns to mating their sexual drives in this direction of Michael Hemens, tions without ment, a Roman Catholic, stated account that the hand that rocks way whilst the more contented M. Mus., Cathedral Organist end obligation. in the Dublin Parliament on Choirmaster the cradle rules the world. Be- married women are busy making professorship February 10, 1972 "Not only For Prospectus apply to: cause this is often the situation their husbands and children con- were conditions in Eire far infe- The Headmaster, most Australian women are ful- The Bishop of Clogher, tented. Canon M. C. Newth, B.A., Th. L., filled in their maternal role. Ireland, Dr Richard P. C. ANTHONY WELBY rior in health, education, housing M.A.C.E. Most Australian women do If only I could persuade our and social welfare, but they were (TELEPHONE: 61-78361. Hanson, has resigned his see not want to wage war between Australian women not to climb Organ Builder also inferior to Northern Ireland after less than two years to upon this liberation bandwaggon conditions as far as minority become professor of theo- but to seek in the Holy Scrip- 41 William Street, Avalon Beach rights were considered. If I were logy at Manchester Univer- tures for true teaching as to 2107 a Northern Protestant or Catho- ST. LUKE'S HOSPITAL woman's role in home and Phone: 918 7107 (24 hours) lic the only way you could get sity. society before we are swamped me into a sectarian united Ire- 18 ROSLYN STREET, POTTS POINT, SYDNEY He is 56 and before going to with overseas propaganda and Works: 4/95 Darley St., land would be at the point of a TELEPHONE 35 3355 Clogher, he was professor of become more confused, I should Mona Vale. gun," said Dr Browne. You can share in the care of families in Christian theology at Notting- be well pleased. In the light of this is it any St. Luke's tionital has nen established over 50 Years Medical ham University. He is the first craCtIce and patient care have taken immense strides In this period and wonder that 334,000 Northern need of advice by sending a donation St Luke ma prose ot toe nigh reputation it un achieved Nnw funds clergyman since the dis- Ireland Protestants in November are needed to deseloo a modern theatre complex. Intensive Care unit and establishment of the Irish NOW EXTENDS HIS EXCLUSIVE to Increase patient accomm odation. 1971 signed a covenant that they or asking for information from the Church in 1970 to be appointed JEWELLER SERVICES TO OUR READERS St. Luke's Is a Church oarf England general nosoltal open to all would fight to the death rather creeds As it Is a non-profit ganisation, the Board appeal, for your to a bishopric while serving out- MADE TO ORDER JEWELLERY Director, the Rev. F. J. Rice, 70 King St., halo to raise $500.000 tot to is work. than be incorporated, against the side the country. YOUR DESIGN OR OURS Donations of 52,00 or more are tax deductible, exempt from 0111 will of the Northern Ireland Sydney 2000. Or ring 29 2033. duty and are acknowledged by official receipt. Please make your donations He will resign the see in July ASK to SEE THE RANGE OF ENGAGEMENT RINGS majority, into an all-Ireland re- payable to, "St. Luke's Development Fund.- next year and with amalgama- 20 per cent Below Retail public. C. R. JAMES, tion of Irish dioceses going on, FRANK AKE'HURST "PARK HOUSE" (Rev) H. W. Coffey, Chief Fannin Officer. he may well be the last bishop of 4th Floor, 15 Park Street, Sydney, 2000. Phone 26 6368 St Luke's Clogher. South Melbourne. Page 2 Australian Church Record, June 1-15, 1972 Australian Church Record, June 1-15, 1972 Page 3 STATE AID SPENDING SPREE — PLAYING ON GUILT FEELINGS 101111111M1 LETTERS

be able to record a life of John replace some of the ailing major- Brash, director of the WCC com- 'Rushing in Hope, showing that for him God Letters to the editor ities yet they still have too few mission on inter-Church aid, again"—Stiil? was love, and this message he should not exceed 300 representatives in denominational refugees and world service had Choking the cat with cream gave in the biblical and sacra- leadership. Even the mass media criticised agencies that encour- May I support your query words. aged people to sponsor individual ing had brought in $800,000 but mental ministry he exercised and is tending to bypass some Gorged with nine years of sations are now looking at the national system of education or under-privileged children over- that the school could not carry practicability of challenging such as stated in your Notes and on which our Church's teaching bureaucracies and go where the State aid, Australia's private aid will be given on the basis of before this experience. He down- seas as being "cruel and un- on without State aid. aid in the courts. Wisely, Austra- need and this will mean almost Comments, in its opening and our faith is based. action is. schools will yield the last ves- grades all previous experience Christian." Speaking at the an- lia functions under a secular entirely to the Roman Catholic R. J. Hoare, The fact that the whirlwind 1:ould be Someone in Melbourne said paragraph, on the review and spirituality. To the casual nual meeting of the Canadian tiges of their vaunted "inde- constitution and State aid to system. St John's ('allege, and rather disappointing 1969 recently that Australia has the given by Allan Gill on the observer it may well appear that Council of Churches Mr Brash misunderstood pendence" in return for denominational schools may well When the change comes, as ii Nlorpeth, NSW. Graham Crusade drew more best government that State aid hook "John Hope of Christ the earlier experience was the said that Canadians should give prove to be unconstitutional. must within a few years, private local Church support than did It has been pointed out to $48,000,000 promised last can buy and it is certain that finer of the- two! Again there are the ACC-backed Church and their money to local Churches schools will find on their hand, Church S. Laurence." (ACR us that a news month by the Liberal Gov- school councils, often against the Announcing the latest $48- Elevation of loud exclamations for healings Life Movement was a sobering who would pass it on to national item in our the worst crisis in their history. wishes of the denominational million grant, "The Sydney May 4.) where a doctor has never diag- and world council of Churches April 6 issue might give the ernment. Since it will have been self-in- emotion over thought for many. governing bodies concerned, Morning Herald" said that "The Although I did not know Rev nosed sickness. There are won- But some people seemed to for equitable distribution to fam- duced by their preference for impression that our Primate The Council for the Defence have lent themselves to this aid program is heavily weighted John Hope for most of his minis- reason ders which can never be verified forget this kind of support was ily units. money over their independence, was saying that union with of Government Schools (DOGS) political jobbery which seems in favour of private schools." try, I did know him during his At It'wl once a week the and yet anyone who says so is J. S. Goldney, they will be short of sympathy around when they set upon Dr has worked persistently for a certain to come to an end soon. Those who are aware how the last few years as rector, and branded as a non-believer. Hawthorn, SA the uniting Methodist, Pres- outside their immediate con- average rector is receiving Loane following his decision not number of years and will not be aid has worked could also add to during his retirement. Also, hav- 5. The fruits of the Spirit are byterian and Congregational Federal Labor has promised stituency of old pupils and to attend the ecumenical service. silenced. However we may de- this that it is heavily weighted in ing met people who were greatly propaganda through the mail often least apparent in those who that it will freeze State aid if it parents. Of course there was more than Price of denominations could be plore some of their tactics, they favour of the wealthiest of these influenced by his ministry, and from Pentecostal or Neo- proclaim the fulness the most. In is elected this year and aid will Quito recently in Sweden. one evangelical opinion as to the achieved by 1975. have drawn attention to grave in- private schools. having worked with people in a very difficult situation in a books rising be strictly according to need. State aid to private schools was pentecostal agencies both wisdom of attending such a ser- The fact is that these three equalities brought about by State Sydney who knew him, I feel it a parish where there were adhe- This would end the honeymoon State aid has proved to be sec- completely withdrawn, despite outside and inside the vice. However some ACC sup- Over the past few months denominations may themselves aid. The media are also making pity that the author had to take period some of the larger private tional, discriminatory, divisive the privileged position of the rents of the "charisma" who porters by attacking the arch- 1 have noticed that the price achieve union by 1975 and after the public more aware of the re- his "anti-Sydney" attitude and Church. They are geared to schools have enjoyed with its and tending to exacerbate socio- Lutheran Church. What hap- were very vocal the following bishop made many wonder this event, negotiations for union sults of the syphoning off of plethora of swimming pools. economic distinctions. allow it to virtually dominate the influence the minister and events took place. Those who whether the right to dissent was of so many popular Christian with the Anglican Church in pened to private schools there? writing of his book. books has increased 40-50 public money to private educa- There are also clear signs of a Whatever government comes through him to reach his made no special reference to the now past. Little wonder Dr Australia become a Possibility. tion. They closed down, even those growing public disenchantment to power in the Commonwealth with a long and strong tradition. I cannot say, that having read people. Holy Spirit came and did wash- Loane was ahead in the opinion per cent. Negotiations for such a union ing, ironing, child care, cooking Television viewers were hardly with this State aid road that the or States, public reaction will If independent schools value the book, I read about a priest They suggest a new power. A survey conducted in Sydney and An example from last week can begin in 1975 at the earliest. whose life was surrendered to and house cleaning over a long Melbourne. That is the position and the Pri- impressed recently by the "need" Menzies government began to force an end to State aid as we their independence only in mone- new experience of the Holy was two copies of the same edi- of Sydney Grammar School tread so warily in 1963. now know it. It may well cease tary terms, perhaps they have Christ and the serving of him in Spirit. They indicate that the old period of time. The members of One Melbourne Anglican lay- tion of the same book from the mate has never expressed any his Church. I felt rather that the charismatic movement came man writing for "The Age" opinions contrary to this. when its headmaster on This Opponents of State aid, in- altogether to concentrate public forfeited any reason for their experience of Christ in dwelling same bookshop: one cost 70e, the Day Tonight said that fund-rais- cluding national teachers' organi- effort on building a better existence anyhow. here was a priest whose aim it is insufficient. When all the ex- and said "What sin has caused promised that Christians every- other $1.05. was to carry on an Anglo-Catho- citement and words have passed this illness and trouble? Be filled where would be wanting to make One appreciates that all costs lic tradition without any love or with the Spirit like us. Have the it easy for the archbishop as he Strike upsets It is a long time since we What is one likely to find when are rising but this increase seems charity towards those who may rector or people get involved gift of tongues like us. Have the sorts the mess out! But if all this way out of proportion and can- Record production have seen so many small have held different outlooks. with neo-pentecostalism? I would ability of healing like us." They was supposed to set the alarm not but hinder the "defence and Production of the ACR splinter groups competing for Splinter groups competing No doubt John Hope faced suggest certain frank answers. then departed having done noth- bell ringing in Bishopscourt then confirmation of the Gospel." the interest and attention and many critics in his life, but page I. There is an alienation of ing while the "unfilled" carried some people must have been dis- Perhaps someone in the trade has been disrupted by the on for many more months. appointed. in the long run for the after page devoted to the Bishop many of the faithful who have could enlighten us as to why the two weeks' printers' strike of Bathurst's Case, or the served for many years. They find This probably sounds very It would seem that for the increases are at present so which affected Sydney and loyalty of ministers. Christian Socialist Movement, or their experience of Christ down- negative. As always there will be foreseeable future the really savage. some other cities' newspaper for ministers' attention a general knock at Archdeacon graded and a new element of some brighter examples than spontaneous "grass roots" ex- (Rev) D. W. Holland. A group calling itself the people take their places. The these but I am yet to be con- pressions of unity, especially Manly Vale, NSW plants. Thomas Bilney Society has been conveys nothing to the unini- divisive, unedifying. In the at- pardon of sin through Christ, Hammond, does not show the complete and utter simplicity of Church can find that a stable vinced that the real position is between members of denomina- Our issue of May 18 was com- writing to evangelical ministers tiated, so are the convention's tempt to do this, we believe that your mature faith will be proof mulch different from any of the tions not markedly alike (eg the aims equally obscure. Yet it the full tenor of Scripture is ig- against the psychological tech- faith and love with which this mature officer is replaced by an plete to the stage of printing and with a name like Thomas unstable, albeit enthusiastic, new above. neo-pentecostal movement) will when the strike came. It was Bilney, Who could refuse to take seems highly likely that ministers nored and in its place is put an niques of those who play upon priest served his Lord. Unfortunately, Mr Gill like L. recruit. (Canon) Barry Bryant, not be helped by having unity finally posted out on June 2, notice? Bilney was the man who will hear a great deal about interesting combination of psy- neurotic guilt-feelings, feelings of MOVING C. Rodd, has seen fit to give 2. There is often a further Port Kembla, NSW. timetables or ambiguous agree- over two weeks late. This issue led to Christ "tongues." chology, suggestion, hypnosis by inadequacy or upon the desire to to sectarian alienation of the intellectual ele- ments thrust upon them. And no will also be a few days late. and so stands in the great re- We can understand the rapid repetition of certain cliches. All be greater than or different from prominence MADE EASY squabbles of several decades ago, ment of people in the parish. The The present amount of ecumenism will save Following issues will be right on formed tradition. spread of the tongues movement this results in a form of emotion- others. These are personality fac- and both have viewed the histori- Church has a difficult problem in those denominations or parts with schedule. But this is certainly not where in lands where the gospel has not alism which transcends both tors which are mildly understood WCC dilemma thereof that are spiritually dead. had free course. We can under- Bible and reason. by those who try to unsettle born cal setting most subjectively, and this age at any time with the We ask for the forbearance of the new Bilney Society stands intellectual, and the charismatic The World Council of The WCC has certainly gained DAVIS Van Lines our readers and advertisers in stand it penetrating congrega- The unique work of the again Christians by offering unlike Rev John Hope have not and although they may seem to allowed the love of Christ to per- elevation of emotion over reason Churches has never been a great deal of support because Pry. Ltd. this situation which was quite be reformed and Protestant in tions in Australia where there is Holy Spirit is bringing souls to them somthing Which seems to meate the situations. Neither can only further remove people short of friends from among of the impressive record of Inter- Australia-wide door-to-door beyond our control. their emphasis, a closer exam- no long tradition of Bible teach- the new birth through faith in satisfy these personality defect, ing and personal Bible reading. Christ. If you are born again and have allowed the realisation of a with strong intellectual ability. Church Aid. However there is a service ination of their beliefs shows the religion writers of major change apparent in Church giv- We often thank God that by are opening your life to be filled book meant to be a biography of 3. There is a strong pharisaical that they bear a similarity to newspapers. Yet the radical- ing with the trend being away 630 6222 some means, Christ is made each day by the Holy Spirit, you a man committed to the Lord, attitude with the movement. "We some modern heterodox sects. from exclusive support for one STAINED GLASS WINDOWS known and people are respond- will not need to be looking for Furniture Removals and his growth in grace, despite are not as other men are." This liberal image given the WCC 157 BRIENS ROAD, agency. Many new relief organi- Another group which will ing to Him. other evidence of the Spirit's his failings, whilst working in attitude causes hurt and distress by the press has probably NORTHMEAD K, J. LITTLE, and Storage sations are competing for sup- prove to be divisive is the But we regard the attempt to work within you. God has Sydney. throughout the body of Christ. 19 Borden St., contributed to the increasing port and among them is World (Box 410 Parramatt& "Logos Foundation," which has unsettle and divide Bible-believ- promised that you will have the Surely the days of the Red Such hurt is incompatible with G & C DREW Pty Ltd rank-and-file disaffection Vision who last year in Australia Arnclifie, 2205 sent a number of circulars to ing Christians on this matter of witness within yourself that you Book Case, etc., are over, and this the "real movement" of the Holy and New Zealand received more ministers and is now calling a the gifts of the Holy Spirit and are a child of God. 66 Smith's Avenue, is 19721 For Evangelicals, who Spirit. with the council. Phone. 599 7348 than half a million dollars. ministers' convention at Spring- the mrilner of their exercise as If you know the joy of daily Hurstville love the biblical message and 4. There is such a strong sub- Many churchmen taking note wood and has even persuaded Catholics, who treasure their jective nature to the movement of the political and theological Many observers have won- WOOD ORIEL FUNERALS Sydney's Youth Department to Local, Country and Interstate that reason is neglected. One is dered just how the WCC would MEP IDEN sacramental heritage, where is slant of the mass of handouts —PHONES- hire out Blue Gum Lodge for Removals the Christian love and peace and told to "let one's emotions move" from Geneva are given cause to react to this newpattern of giv- CHURCH OF ENGLAND this purpose. Write or phone 50.8366 joy with which they are supposed and yet our Lord was so insistent question the value of the WCC ing. So far the response does not 1letropolitan (All SCHOOL FOR GIRLS The attractively printed con- I QUESTIONS ABOUT THE BIBLE After hours 53-7377 to be possessed? upon the fact that we love God as a catalyst. Non-radicals are look too encouraging. Branches) 80 0396. Christianity Today (7/1/72) vention folder sent to ministers is From page three Or does this rather weary with all our mind. The subjective made to appear as being neces- Katoomba — Katoomba 41. 12 Redmyre Road, Strathfield quite marred by its immature battle between "high" and "low" nature means that a person who sary to have around but of no reported that the Rev Alan BOARDING & DAY SCHOOL spelling and use of English and free for energetic Christian ser- and man as sinner, etc, God has CUSTOMS AGENTS still have to be fought? has served Christ well for many real consequence in decision- years insists that he was nothing Kindergarten to Higher School it hardly suggests that its grasp vice. obviously used a writer who Goods cleared/delivered I hope one day someone will making. Certificate and Matriculation. of scripture at the convention The inspiration of Holy Scrip- thought in ways not unlike his ex Parcels Post, Aircraft If unity without uniformity is For further information, apply will be any more mature. ture is an example of God's sov- contemporary cosmologists. and Ships. to mean anything then it must Just as "Logos Foundation" HON. WARDEN to the Headmistress, ereignty which, though con- I do not think that we can "SERVICE TRANSPORT" imply that convinced Evangeli- could mean anything and in fact trolling the event, does not require of necessity the Holy cals, Anglo Catholics, etc, will Miss Sheila M. Morton, B.Sc. 181 Clarence St., Sydney. The one you heard about... destroy the free working of the Spirit to have inspired Genesis so Phone 29 5001, 29 3634, still be around in any uniting natures He has made. that it conformed, I don't say to church. For this reason it was University Men's Hall Q.5. Is it not true that the today's science, but to final irritating to hear a visiting Eng- (Parramatta Road, Glebe) Insure Church Property with the science, whatever that might be. " A NE1A%\ lish bishop (who is a staunch New Testament is the product What we may say is that in CLERGY FINANCE ecumenist) recently deride those From January, 1973 CHURCH OF ENGLAND INSURANCE of the church. Gen 1-3 all errors with regard to Pr- 1\, I TRUST (19541 who openly admit a preference The warden is responsible for supervision of the hall and A.S. No part of the Bible is a God and His relations to man for one kind of churchmanship CO. of Australia Limited "LENDS TO CLERGY" the pastoral welfare of the students. product of the church. For have been excluded, for it was to CATALOGUE and unlike the bishop don't pre- (Inc. in N.S.W.) example, St Paul says in I Cor. give a knowledge of these things = Phones: tend to be high, low and broad The position provides a flat and an honorarium, etc, Because . . 2:2 "We speak not in words that God caused the Bible to be 95 4231, 92 5139 Christian Decision and presumably anything else Enquiries to: I, The company is wholly owned by the Dioceses of the which man's wisdom teacheth written. that is going. 6-7 or 5-8 p.m. Series Mr J. H. McKerral, 86 Bryant Street, ROCKDALE. Church of England and it operates entirely for the benefit of but which the Spirit teacheth" a.m. Did the bishop complain when the Church. and in 2 Pet 1:21 "The Scrip- BAPTISM•CON FIRMATION the Earl of March (an executive tures were written by men borne MARRIAGE•VOCATION member of the WCC) ran can- 2. Our re-insuring companies are among the strongest in the by the Holy Spirit." The Bible world. FAMILY PRAYER didates and canvassed support was written by members of the for his New Synod group at the CHILD CARE 3. Claims, both large and small, :,re dealt with promptly. Christian community but written Stewardship UK General Synod elections? to it, not from it. The commu- IMPORTANT But the bishop is not alone in 4. Church property worth more than $65,000,000 is insured with this company. nity sometimes was most hostile. Series disliking distinctive labels even ADMINISTRATOR Jeremiah's prophecies are an IS GOD CALLING YOU? SEVEN TITLES ON when worn with charity. For last THE CHALLENGE: 5. Classes of insurance undertaken include FIRE (with exten- illustration, where the words that VOLUNTARY GIVING month in Adelaide's undemocrat- Owing to a redevelopment and expansion program, The Mis- sion to storm and tempest, earthquake, etc., if required), the prophet wrote were burnt by TWO YEAR BIBLE CENTRED COURSE PRACTICAL MISSIONARY MOTOR CAR, PUBLIC RISKS, Plate Glass and BURG- WITH BIBLE STUDIES ic Legislative Council a Liberal sion of St. James and St. John is, for the first time, appointing a the head of the community. TRAINING. FAMILIES WELCOME. member announced that the LARY. male administrator to its Child Care Home in Bendigo. The Q.6. If the Bible is infallible Council was really made up of HONORARY DIRECTORS: Enquiries: Issues & Answers Administrator will be responsible to the Director in Melbourne and inspired from beginning four Labor men and sixteen for the child care in ifs present form initially and for the super- 13 TITLES WITH THE independents (Liberals) who were E. N. MILLNER. FCA (Chairman) to end, what answer is to be vision of 35 members of staff. The administrator will later be NEW STUDY GUIDE not interested in party politics Rt Rev R. C. KERLE, BA, THL, given to geologists and the involved in the redevelopment program for the Campus in terms Tahlee Bible College Because Christians on con- C. E. SMITH, MBE, FCA of buildings and staffing to change the child care from the like who have disproved the troversial matters are as divided K. B. PRICE, MA (Oxon) story in Genesis concerning KARUAH, NSW 2324 "Tapes that congregate tr, the cottage concept. R. A. CATLEY IV aterials as any other community group it the time of the formation of is hardly surprising that what the THE MAN: Ven C. A. GOODWIN, MBE (alternate) Start Talk" the world? WCC executive advocates may The successful applicant will be a man of sound judgment with an Bible Study Cassettes Canon G. G. O'KEEFFE, OBE, THL, JP (alternate) A.6. God has given us the from the prize winning butter people ... for the fail to get even majority support active knowledge and experience of the Christian faith as under- W. M. COWPER Bible for certain purposes and 71 Studies for from the rank and file of mem- stood by the Protestant Churches. 82 PITT STREET, SYDNEY. has used the natural faculties whole life Group Participation ber Churches, EXPERIENCE and QUALIFICATIONS: and gifts of learning of men in Phone 28 0709. Telegrams: COFE, SYDNEY. This does not mean that Applicants will desirably have qualifications in child care, teach- doing this. Since God is its ulti- Al/fir/'k BACON of the Teaching materials churchmen should have to count ing, youth leadership or related fields and experience in the same. mate Author it is infallible and Offering envelopes heads before speaking out on Equally important is a proven ability in administration and sensi- perfect for His purposes. He has some issue but it should mean tive handling of staff aged 18 years upwards. overruled so as to exclude any Church Church stationery that national councils including mistakes that would war it. SALARY and BENEFITS: WRITE OR PHONE the moderate ACC should not Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. MOTOR FUNERALS This does not imply that God feel obliged to defend as in- Membership of a superannuation fund is available after a 6 month LIMITED of necessity must inspire it in fallible every WCC decision. such a way as to exclude what The WCC would probably qualifying period. Relocation expenses will be met. 39 CITY ROAD, SYDNEY—Tel 211 4277 (4 lines) ANGLICAN El we would regard as imperfec- Mild cured lean exert far more influence if it Branches: tions if the Bible is used for gave greater representation to lAnPPLY'writing to: CARINGBAH—Kingsway, %Merolla Road 524-7328 other purposes, eg as a source bacon rashers ... sealed to keep MAIL ORDER theological viewpoints over Diocesan Church House Mr J. W. Taylor, Personnel and Training Officer, EASTWOOD-8 East Parade 85-1955 book to learning Greek gram- against denominational bureau- MISSION OF ST. JAMES AND ST. JOHN, 468 St. Kilda Road, that fresh bacon flavour. George St. Sydney 2001: Ph. 26 2371 ,00, ROZELLE-93 victoria Road 82-1141 mar. In inspiring Genesis to cracies. Many of today's large MELBOURNE 3004. Phone 267 2277. teach us about God as Creator 11,811111 and lively minorities will soon Page 4 Australian Church Record, June 1-15, 1972 Australian Church Record, June 1-15, 1972 Page 5 •

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The second is clinical pastoral man tan be a supervisor are of a to bless through brutal intern- set in slip case $40.60, or $5.80 per vol. Professor Latourette had LUTANDA issue of professional training. education which is a concen- high standard. REBEL'S BIBLE by David Wilkerson. ment and brainwashing in a that detailed erudition which enabled him to bring the whole world As in Australia most theo- trated ten or twelve week pro- Lakeland, 1911. 157 pages. $1.55. Korean Communist prison camp. under the spell of his pen. This is a reprint of his most famous work, Positions Vacant YOUTH HAVEN In the parish setting things are logical schools are majoring gram in a site approved by the much more difficult to standard- ANCHOR HELD, by Stephen Her. A collection of testimonies by first published in 1937, but in this edition brought right up to 1969 by MY Ralph Winter. Any one of these seven volumes is a readable and Trickles', N.S.W. on imparting knowledge to Association for Clinical Pastoral ise so that the student gets ade- Lakeland, 1971. 141 pages, people who have been healed of Education and may be a church quate supervision. Most schools his. a wide variety of physical dis- well-documented introduction to the period it covers. Although paper- Near to lakes and surf. their students. Much of it is or institution such as a mental have at least one Field Educa- $1.55. abilities through association with backs, they are well printed and the pages lie open in your hand. BOARD OF EDUCATION Small or large house parties. of the same order that one hospital, general hospital, jail. tion Director on their staff who GOD CAN DO IT AGAIN, by Kathryn the ministry of the author. These seven volumes cover the whole period of Christian history from Good accommodation, max, 150 would find in Australia such The student works with parish- works with the parishes and Kuhlman. Oliphants, 1970. 256 Walter Spencer our Lord's day to 1969. No other work can quite compare with it. OFFICE SECRETARY Apply: MANAGER, as Bible subjects, theology, ioners or patients under the helps the parish minister get the TURNING TO GOD, by William Barclay. A study of conversion supervision of a trained and help and direction he needs to be P.O. Box 21, Toukley, N.S.W. in the book of Acts and today. Baker, 1972 ed. 103 pages. $US1.50. denominational discipline properly accredited supervisor. able to function adequately. A A valuable Barclay reprint. A very satisfying study of the New A vacancy exists now for a responsible Tel.: 2263 and history. young woman to work In liaison with This counts for four units. good parish minister is not puritan anthology Testament word, "conversion," what it means, how it comes about the Executive Secretary In the Board's Toukley 94 336, Sydney 84 1601 Outside of these subjects there The third is a special project, always a good supervisor. and the great need for the organised church to use it, come to terms with it, preach it, teach it and general work. Including supervision of are other subjects such as which usually takes place during The basic issue in supervision REFORMATION Of THE CHURCH, ecumenical debate. It indicates work for it in a world which so badly needs it. records, typing associated with Coun• tHE the manner in which they viewed cll and associated commitees. corres- Christian ethics, pastoral coun- the summer for ten or twelve is to help the student see what he lain Murray, Banner of Truth, GEORGE MULLER, Man Of Faith And Miracles, by Basil 'sillier. Dimension Books, 1971 pondence and general duties. Short- by Ted) the Church and explains why HOLIDAY HOME: Klicare. N.S.W. selling, psychology of religion, weeks. One example is a special is doing so that he can continue reprint. 159 pages. $US1.25. George 'Muller was born in Prussia in 1805 and died in Bristol hand would be an advantage. sociology of religion, religious parish training program which to improve the use of himself, 1965. 414 page!. 15p (UK). they endured so much mental Central Coast. Accom. 6, All electric. labour and often physical suffer- in 1897. His early years were completely godless, but once he was converted to Christ, his This position calls for a high degree very comfortable, magnificent view.. education, world religions, homi- conducts its programs in Episco- his learning and experience for This is a Reformed and Puri- tin anthology. Among the sub- ing in contending against whole long life was lived by two things-prayer and complete trust in God's provision for all of dedication, and an Interest. If not Suitable for winter holidays at winter letics, administration, music. pal parishes on the east coast. his own and the parishioner's his needs. Before he died, more than £1 million had been given to support his ministry to the Participation, In Sunday School teach- rates, daily or weekly. Phone (Syd- jects dealt with are: Liberation religious abuses and setting forth Some of these subjects have benefit. orphans and poor of Bristol, but not a penny had been asked for in any way, except of God. ing or other Christian Education acti- ney) 481556. The fourth is an intern pro- (loin Human Authority; The Scriptural principles. vity. practical training built in. gram for a year. This is in a Many schools feel that a Every practising Christian should he familiar with the life story of George Muller. Regulative Principle and Things A careful examination of these Superannuation But also incorporated in the parish or institutional setting student should be able to per- No Saturday work. Indifferent; Scripture and the Or- documents should assist in the after a qualifying period. requirements for the professional with a supervisor approved by form professionally before he is dering of Worship, Episcopacy; degree is often some sort of field the school. The student lives released to the parish and work re-awakening of a similar atti- For further information. or an ap- Your next 1 he Grounds of Nonconformity; tude among Evangelicals today pointment, please telephone 25 6428 training. For instance at the away from the school for the hard to this end, ' ,o.v Testament Church Govern- in issues which are bound up and ask for Rev, R. J. Bomford. Holiday Episcopal Theological School in year, but there is consultation Charles D. Barton tit; The Difference between with their spiritual privileges and Cambridge (a suburb of Boston) between the school, the super- will be best spent at tt pendency and Presby- Christian freedom. ten units of field education must visor and the student during the n ism; The Unity of the Important book on abortion This book is essential for the be taken to fulfil the require- course of his program. This is arch. Among the authors are: KINDERGARTEN Texhers (2). With HOME OF PEACE thoughtful evangelical who KOINONIA ments of their master of divinity worth six units. tin Luther, William Con- rgds.ceu?IldlOVIPt 6i2'5?8.;h4 ' 083' wishes to understand more clear- ABORTION: THE PERSONAL DILEMMA the conservative preferences of which immediately precedes it degree (which is replacing their HOSPITAL Mom, Charles Hodge, Jere- ly the great Protestant heritage the author (p 276). (pp.125 and 126). EVANS HEAD BD as the basic professional SUPERVISION (Deaconess Institution), II Burroughs, John Owen, by R. F. R. Gardner. Paternoster, HOUSEKEEPER-Matron. C. of E. Men's into which he has come, and to B. L. Smith and Women's University Halls. supervise degree). les Durham and Edmund The author does not believe staff. household management. In the heart of For the school the supervisor EVERSLEIGH, realise something of the thinking 1972. 288 pages. $4.20. This field education can take a with "Birthright" that "it is the More Apply Wardens. 660 2575. evaluates the student. The level imy. books on page eight Summerland number of forms. The first is 274 Addison Road, Petersham. which has shaped that heritage. right of every child to be born" of his performance may be ade- I his collection on Church There can be no doubt ORGANIST: Sunday evenings, young en• concurrent field education. This I us is important in the modern Keith Cole (p.275) and, therefore, his own ich. For further information write to quate or not. The supervisor may NERINGAH, that this is an important thiuslastic choir. Practice after Chul is done during the school year endorsement of the approach of Modern 2 manual Eagles pipe-organ. also make recommendations as NerIngah Avenue, Wahrooriga. Phone 95 5794. "KOINONIA" and requires supervised work for book and it is bound to have that organisation is not really where the student is growing in consistent. It is surely right to P.O. BOX 45 approximately twelve hours per GREENWICH, considerable influence, es- SHORT NOTICES his personality, and what sort of argue from the human status of Casino, N.S.W. 2470 River Road, Greenwich. protest pecially among Christians. BIBLE SOCIETY. USSR experiences may help him reach foetal life to those situations requires his goals. The author is an ordained COUNTRY Holiday house. In peaceful CriCRCH OF The largest Hospital of its when that life should be sur- ANECDOTES AND 11.1.US- INTERMEDIATE TYPIST river setting. 2 b.r. Acc. 5. Liv. rm. The relationship between the minister of the United Free rendered rather than from a sub- TRATIONS by W. E. Nelson, sun rm. log fires, electric heaters, fish- ENGLAND HOMES kind in the Slate admitting with SHORTHAND. ing boat. everything providede Pt school and the parish or in- terminal or advanced chronically movement Church of Scotland and is human status to those considera- Baker, 1971. 104 pages, SUS food. 2 miles town, 40 Swan Hill, Box By the end of this year we will Interesting Position In Youth Depart. 39. Moulamein, 2739 N.S.W. Tel. 23. stitution can be reasonably clear ill patients of any age, nationality also a consultant obstetrician tions which militate against that 1.95. 162 illustrations for Mon.-Fri.. 9 to 5. Apply Bible No Aug. sch. hol. or Xmas. have 10 homes for children and where the school is an indepen- of religious freedom works out in life being taken. addresses, 201 SERMON OUT- House, 95 Bathurst St. Sydney. ir religious faith. FAITH ON TRIAL IN RUSSIA by House, elderly ladles. (See page three.) practice. It does not and Rev and gynaecologist. 61 5852. dent one as is the Episcopal Accommodation for 300 It is a point of some interest LINES by George Brooks, Michael Bordeaux. Hodder & Michael Bourdeaux gives the de- Baker, 1971. 110 pages. Meetings STAFF Theological School which grants patients. He combines an evangelical that the Sydney diocesan Abor- its own degrees. Stoughton, 1911. $1.45. tails in this book which tells how concern for spiritual priorities tion Report (1970) attempted to $US1.50. A source book for Current vacancies (living-in with Russian Protestants fare. In However where the school is Your help is urgently needed Honest, straight-forward and biblical authority with a come to terms with the very ideas for sermons and talks. Interstate salary and accommodation pro- "Patriarch and Prophets" Bour- part of a university the relation- for the immediate and future people who naively suppose that wide experience in gynaceology issue that is here at stake and vided) are for: seeds of the Hospital. deaux tells of the struggles of the and abortion procedures in par- CHURCHES UNDER THE Services ship can be more complicated. en dictators mean what they dealt specifically with some of SEARCHLIGHT by D. P. HOUSEMOTHERS. Senior and are at a great disadvantage Russian Orthodox Church. ticular. His reading on the sub- The university requirements are it in proposed to establish a the author's difficulties in Ch 13. Thompson, The Research Unit, THE Annual Meeting of the Mothers' junior. Aged 18-50. We welcome tiying to ascertain whether While some Christians passive- ject is also very extensive and PERTH: St. Alban's, 423 Beaufort mostly'fulfilled by the quality of 100-bed Hospital at Mona Vale Paul Duffy's recent "Politics of Scotland, 1969. 128 pages. 30p. Street. service 7.30 a.m. 9.30 a.m. and Union will be held in the Bible House single ladies, widows and .tie is freedom of religious ly accept the Government's the book is thoroughly docu- Abortion" (Alpha House, 1971) 7.30 a.m. Rector: Bryan F. Hall. All the paperwork handed in. Does when sufficient funds are avail- An approach to parish and Auditorium 95 Bathurst St, Sydney, on divorcees (with one school age ohservance and worship in the restrictions, others bravely resist. mented throughout. also deserves to be read in this ecome. daughter). the supervisor say that the able. This Christian resistance is, by congregational life. MARRIAGE Friday. June 30, at 10.30 a.m. The student's performance is ade- U.S.S.R. Dr Gardner's book should be connection (especially his inter- speaker will be Mrs MARRIED COUPLE. Gardener- All donations over $2 are far, the biggest part of the Rus- IS FOR ADULTS ONLY by COORPAROO. St. Stephen's Brisbane. Lieutenant Colonel quate where the paper work is The Kremlin rulers are sur- read by all who are concerned esting legal information bearing Cnr. Cavendish and Chatsworth Roads. Caroenter of the Salvation Army, past Handyman, Reliever Cook and allowable deductions for income sian civil rights movement. The Lars I. Granberg. Zondervan, Visitors welcome. 7.30 and 9 am, adequate but the quality of the prisingly touchy about their op- with the retention or alteration on the very illustration chosen by presklent of the Women's linter-church Housemother aged 20-55. tax purposes. protests of writers and in- 1971. 96 pages, $US1.50. Stresses Hely Communion. 11 ran. Morning relationships with the parish- pressive image abroad. Hence of existing abortion laws in Dr Gardner on p.126). Prayer (Holy Communion 1st Sunday). Council of N.S.W. Mrs D. Goodfellow of if you have relevant experience tellectuals is a tiny effort com- and strains of modern marriage 7.30 p.m. EYening Prayer ioners is poor? The second PLEASE REMEMBER THE their overseas public relations pared with what hundreds of Australia and all who have to There is so much in Dr Gard- and home, Re Be,. Harry Goodhew. Berowra will be the soloDt. and wish to translate Christian question that is difficult is the convictions into action and if HOSPITAL campaign to give the impression Russian Christians are doing. counsel people facing unwanted ner's book that is praiseworthy amount of credit that is given IN FOUR WILL B. G. Judd pregnancies. but it is to be hoped that the MORE SERMONS ON BIB- you are kind, firm, reliable and for a time spent in field training. that the constitutional guarantee LICAL CHARACTERS ed For Sale The author does not pretend christian reading public will active, please write to Mr Wor- Until recently little or no credit For farther information, phone Clovis Chappel. Baker, 1971. 200 ley, PO Box 41, Carlingford, to solve all the problems. He is bring their critical judgment to was given. or write to: bear on its central defect - the pages. US$2.95. Reprint from a CONCRETE BLOCK MACHINE. 2118, or telephone 871 3333. sensitive, for instance, to the One of the crucial issues in all The Chief Administrative Officer, Why was it written? status of present life. 1923 original. Powerful bio- Makes blocks. slabs. edgings. screen- CLERGY WIVES ASSOCIATION: Next For future vacancies we would also "deserving" cases which do not graphical sermon material. blocks, garden stools-8 at once and eeting to be held at Court, on be glad to hear from potential house- this is the quality of the super- Box 124, Post Office, author) who knows nothing With the attitude expressed on Friday July 7. at 11 a.m. Speaker Rev. Parents (with the husband "working I NEW TESTAMENT. By A. R. C. fit neatly under the prescribed 96 an hour. $95. Ideal self-help Keith Marr. Lunch provided. R.S.V.P. our). vision which is being given. With Petersham. about the books of the NT (is categories contained in the Brit- pp.127, 128 we are entirely in TEETH ON EDGE by Robert protects. Send for leaflets. Department 1st July to Mrs R. Wheeler, Philne centres approved by the Associa- 56-5621. ney, Hodder and Stoughton, C.R.. Forest Farm Research. London. SO 5949. 56-8871. this the "thinking layman" whom ish abortion legislation. sympathy "from the moment of 0. Fife. Baker, 1971. 135 pages. 256 pages. $3.90. series is derry, N.S.W.. 2753. 72. the blurb says the Dr Gardner's comments on conception the couple have not US$1.95. The spiritual problems designed for?). However, Leaney the option whether a proffered he author (of 'this book, not this subject deserve to be read underlying racism. YOUTH has an independent mind, and he gift be accepted, but rather "DRUMS OF LOCK HART." unique stereo the New Testament!) is Pro- by all who are pressing for abor- FACE TODAY'S ISSUES. 2. L.P. record. Four styles of aboriginal or of Theology in the is interested in knowledge rather whether an already bestowed gift Krutza and Di Mc°. Baker, musi.5 .0 p ost free. Rev. D. Thomp- BIBLE CROSSWORD No. 53 tion law reform. Further there is son. Lockha hrtrt River. Q. 4870 a 4 5 7 versity of Nottingham, and than relevance (he says). the general difficulty of diagnos- hould be spurned." It is only a 1971. 120 pages. US$1.25. An- pity that it has been denied any We will give a book for the two neatest entices to Bible Crossword volume in the "Knowing He is more sceptical than the ing a "deserving" case even other discussion series on really No. 53, which should reach the office not later than June 26th. Il I I Istianity" series is his account reviewer would be about a num- within the terms of the law eal foundation in the argument contemporary issues. Wanted All answers come from the Revised Standard Version of the Bible. what the NT is all about, ber of NT questions, and it is a The author's survey of the con- rather sad and distant picture of the Bride, the - - - aed of why he thinks it is rele- siderations relevant to such a WANTED TO BUY. World Record Club ACROSS see my face, unless your the Christian gospel which set of Mendeissohn's •'Elilah." Top 1. For the gate is narrow brother is with you" (7) Lamb" (4,2,3) Rev 21:9 i,:mt. diagnosis is very good indeed price If in good condition. Harris, 11 It is a description rather than emerges from the description of "One of our best sellers" 43 3171 (day) or 637 1613 (night). and - - -, that Gen 43:3 2. it is better that you lose (Chs 16-27) and his theological leads to life, and those 18. Here is the head of Ish- one of your members an introduction in the usual the NT, though Leaney's right comments on knowing and doing who find it are few bosheth, the son of sense. It is not clear who it is to warn against reading our own SECOND-HAND THEOLOGICAL BOOKS than that - - - - 14 15 16 God's will are excellent (Ch 15). bought. Quotes given. C.M.S. Book- (3,2,4) Mt 7:14 Saul, your -, - sought thrown into hell ME MI written for, or what it will do for preconceptions into the charter shoe. 93 Bathurst Street. Sydney. 6. The dog turns back to your life (5,3) 2 Sa 4:8 (4,5,4,2) Mt 5:29 17 the reader (envisaged by the documents. D. W. B. Robinson. The critical phase of the dis- his own vomit, and the 19. mocked him, saying, 3. Then the Lord rained cussion is undoubtedly in Ch 13. WANTED 100 more students to enrol - - washed only to "He saved -,• he can- 89 In this chapter the author takes In C. of E. Bible College. Full Bible on - and Gomorrah course by correspondence anywhere. wallow in the mire (3,2) not save himself" (6) Mt brimstone and fire (5) his stand on Gen 2:7 as well as Full details from Registrar, P.O. Box 2 Pe 2:22 27:42 20 41, Roseville, N.S.W.. 2069. Gen 19:24 on labour-ward attitudes and con- 9. even as he chose us in 21. Jesus - - and pro- 22 23 u24 ABORTION-the personal dilemma Uirtaa him before the - - - claimed, "If any one 4. they are all - against cludes that pre-natal life falls world, that we should thirst, let him come to the decrees of Caesar, -R. F. R. GARDNER short of (human?) "life." It is Accommodation be holy and blameless me and drink" (5,2) Jn saying that there is 21 this assessment of foetal life before him (10,2,3) Eph 7:37 another king, Jesus (6) 25 A comprehensive study which will prove invaluable to which enables the author to dis- Ac 17:7 111.111 I ROOM to let. share conveniences. suit 1:4 23. Symeon has related how thoughtful readers, both professional and lay, who are search- play such a wide tolerance to- professional woman or student. phone God first visited the 5. I cast you as a profane 389 8159 after 6 P.m. 10. in the Lord woman is ing for facts on which to form a balanced judgment. wards women with unwanted not independent of man Gentiles, to take out of thing from the moun- 27 them -- for his name 11 . . I was impressed with Dr Gardner's thorough search on pregnancies and gives such scope nor man - - (2,5) 1 tain of God, and the for christian compassion (Ch 14). COMFORTABLE Cottage at Hayelbrook is Co 11:11 (1,6) Ac 15:14 guardian cherub - - the subject" (Dr Christiaan Barnard). available to few months to rom-ec 25. let steadfastness have its mnded tennt. Al larnenitie s. Cute) 11. an Ethiopian, a -, - out (5,3) Eze 28:16 himself and take up his I have def auded any In the reviewer's opinion this and convenient. Phone B4 6199 full effect, that you - Paper, $4.30. Cloth, $8.15. (Recommended Retail Prices.) minister of Candace the 6. God has - me that I cross and follow me (3) one of anything, I assessment requires a stronger by Hal Lindsey - - - complete, lack- Mt 16:24 Published by The Paternoster Press, Exeter, U.K. with C. C. Carlson queen of the Ethiopians, ing in nothing (3,2,7,3) should not call any man restore it fourfold (4,2) justification than Dr Gardner in charge of all her common or unclean 15. but of the tree of Lk 19:8 Distributed by Emu Book Agencies Limited, Sydney. has provided. On his view foetal Jas 1:4 the knowledge of good Clergymen treasure had come to Je- 26. Contribute to the - of (5) Ac 10:28 21. - Peter replied,"You life cannot be surrounded with rusalem (6,1) Ac 8:27 7. Herod with his sol- and evil you shall not are the Christ, the Son AVAILABLE FROM ALL BOOKSELLERS. the saints, practise diers treated him - - - (3) Gen 2:17. those safeguards which normally RECTOR, Upper Blue Mountains seeking 12. 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A STUDY ON EPHESIANS 4:17-24 MORE BOOKS DUTCH WITHHOLD WCC the program promises the worst BY DR. DAVID WILLIAMS SUPPORT of all wars, namely civil war. Holy Communion and its revision (RES News Service) John Hope: a biography (Grand Rapids). Contrary THE SERVICE OF HOLY COMMUNION I662 text, preserving the the.0 to the advice of a study com- AND ITS REVISION. Edited by R. T. logical principles but suggesting mittee, the General Synod of NEW considerable freedom in lan- THE OLD MAN & THE NEW the Reformed Churches in Beckwith with I. E. Tiller. Marcham guage and simplicity of struc- that attempts too much the Netherlands refused to ARCHDEACON Manor Press, Appleford, Abingdon, ture. There is one form for ante- In Ephesians 4:17ff. Paul ness and righteousness" (v. 24). sive acceptance of 'the new Berkshire, 1912. 128 pages. (UK) communion, but for the commu- support the "anti racism" And when we identify with him, man.'" JOHN HOPE OF CHRIST CHURCH ST As well as giving a satisfying If Rodd knew John Hope very is contrasting the past life of £1.50. nion two forms are provided: one program of the World Coun when we enter into a real, Bishop Gore describes this LAURENCE by I. C. Rodd. Alpha picture of John Hope the man well, he makes it clear that he based on 1662 and the other his readers with the life they continuous and progressive and long-time rector of Sydney's had no knowledge at all of the cal of Churches. personal relationship with him, Books, 1912. 240 pages. $4. It is a great pleasure to wel- based on Series 11/111. This could and should be living we too become "the one created renewal of these terms: "To be- Christ Church St Laurence, the evangelical leaders of the day. come this stimulating and com- draft service is carefully explain- The chief reasons for the re- come a believer is to submit author attempts to give a history Archbishop Mowll, he tells us on now. He reminds them that after the likeness of God in petent essay, Latimer Mono- ed. nnet were the political character true holiness and righteousness." one's intelligence to learn a new of the parish and a considerable p 84, had no sense of humour. T. graph No 3, by the librarian of of the program, the sanction of when they first heard about Seldom have I seen such And when Paul speaks in this lesson, to study Christ; it is to commentary on the many con- C. Hammond, Rodd's arch- Latimer House, Oxford and the violence that it implied, and the Christ they had been taught yield one's self to a 'form of THE CHURCH'S troversies which became centred villain, was arrogant, weak in positive understanding of the vir passage of putting off the old lecturer in Liturgy at Trinity tues of the 1662 service, and ti possible severance of commu- teaching' (Ro 6-17) in order to on this unique Anglo-Catholic logic and loved coarse jokes (this (i) to "put off . . . the old man and putting on the new, he College, Bristol. It is the most find this combined with a ful' nication with the white Afrikaner have one's life refashioned in enclave. we are told any number of man" (v. 22). is referring to two aspects of the encouraging thing I have seen in appreciation of the current situ- churches in South Africa. The marked contrast to old and aban- INVESTMENTS times). one act of redemption. L. C. Rodd was closely asso- the area of prayer book revision ation of change and need for motion not to support carried 38 The "old man" is the self-cen- doned ways of life; it is to im- SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY AND INVEST- ciated with the parish from the Writers of good biography are for a long time, and it should meaningful communication is a to 29. tred life, and the self-centred life What H. C. G. Moule describes bibe a new principle (Ro. 12: Iff.) Hltse'ts marawnappointment tichIn animated by a simple purpose form the basis of study for cheering omen. must be decisively put off (aorist as the "accomplished facts" of in the heart of one's rational MENTS, by Ur Charles W. Powers. timee6 of ndf Early in the discussion, after infinitive). 'Indeed. it must be put divine redemption, "the provision and they are judged on their groups all over Australia who the proposal to send support was being, `to be renewed in the Abingdon Press, 1971. 224 pages. upon his own experience andy are concerned for the form in The linguistic success of the off to the extent that it has been for us in the Lord Jesus Christ achievement of this purpose as presented, a counter motion was spirit of one's mind.'" upon resource materials to draw which the 1662 Communion Ser- draft is, in my opinion, mixed put on in the past. "Put off." he of a complete transference and $3.60, well as the methods they use. offered. Dr H. B. Weijland ex- a picture of a sincere. cou- vice should be preserved among and I hope our own commission says, "according to your former emancipation, so that the belie- What should the Church do Rodd is the husband of one of pressed concern over the non-ob- SEE CHRIST rageous, a good man and a man us. will be able to show that more or manner of life" (v 22). Their for- ver, once 'in the Lord,' has with its money and its property? Australia's most distinguished 1662 can be retained than Lati- jective information which had Rev Ralph W. Wicks, appoint- To "be renewed in the spirit of of unshakable conviction, Rodd writers, Kylie Tennant, and so In addition to an essay dealing mer manner of life "was the stepped out of his old position Perhaps the persons with the is shrewd in his assessment of mer III retains. But the prin been distributed by the WCC ed Archdeacon of The Downs and has entered upon the new, your mind" is to study Christ. most glib answers are not always might have had good advice. But with the background to revision, (Brisbane). measure and rule of their renun- the outlook of the man and his ciples are the thing, and this and stated that this had closed however imperfect his con- To see Christ as he was prepared those best informed; neither are he could not resist the tempta- doctrinal and liturgical issues in ciation" (Westcott). foibles. revision (the meaning of the eu- monograph is a notable contri the pockets of the congregations. But what was their former sciousness of it may be, and for and prophesied in the Old those charged with responsibility tion to which untried writers are When power goes out of the charist and especially of "con- bution. It should be compulsory lie asked whether the proposals however much he may have to Testament. To see Christ as ha always automatically preserved But here, it seems, his objec- subject, to try to achieve several message it is because the Word manner of life? We should not secration," the evolution, struc- reading for all who make deci of the program were not in effect suppose that they had been par- learn of the further possibilities was presented in the New. To from muddled thinking. tivity ends. He admits the petty ends in one work. in attempt to drive out the devil has become not flesh, but words. ture and language of liturgy), sions on prayer book deviation ticularly vicious or evil members of his present position." see Christ moved to compassion It is good therefore that Pro- feuds between Christ Church The result is that two people and changes, from church a the name of Beelzebub, for LEIGHTON FORD. and action by men's needs and and St James' King Street but and the right policy to be of their society, and vet Paul fessor Powers has made this de- emerge from this biography and wardens up and down. to indignation by the hardness of cannot see that Hope might have adopted, there is a draft service describes their earlier conduct as BELIEVERS tailed analysis of the alternative the one who is still alive has their hearts. To see Christ touch- offered some leadership, if he which is a radical revision of the D. W. B. 1101)11.110 walking in trespasses and sins. NEW POSITION lines of action available to many more prejudices than the ing the leper and calling the out- had had the vision and the quali- (2:1, 2). responsible Christian steward- one who is dead. But it is important that we do cast. ties, to five parishes all within a Evangelist to "Walking" is a term often ship. Besides the examination of become conscious of our new Rex Meyer. applied to the Christian life to And above all to see the Son the theological principles in- mile or two of Christ Church, position and learn its further pos- of Man coming to serve and to volved, the two chapters on the who were inclined to follow its BP HEBER IN INDIA. suggest progress in what is good. sibilities. When they first heard Here it suggests progress in evil. give his life a ransom for many. Corporate Investment Element Anglo-Catholic tradition. But about Christ, therefore, they had To see Jesus suffering "outside Please mention "Church Their former manner of life had and the Creative Investment Ele- Hope preferred to stand alone, BISHOP HEBER IN NORTHERN INDIA, This volume is a valuable Sydney's Italians been taught (iii) to "be renewed the gate in order to sanctify the been a progression in evil. They ment appear to offer very clear- enjoying the opposition which his Record" when replying to ed, by M. A. Laird, Cambridge Uni. addition to the series being pub- in the sphere of your mind." people through his own blood" had been degenerating morally cut practical advice to those who capacity for aggression aroused lished by the Cambridge Univer- year t1;etrr iailsiitiggIssreiott,t)idetrtrosy elnovaeltuNicaaetnetehlnoieswer This is co-ordinate with putting our advertisers. versity Press, 1911, 324 pages. (UK) The Inner City Areas because they had been following (Heb. 13:12). To see Christ as he wish to take their responsibilities much more than he ever admit- sity Press under the title of "The on the new man, but whereas was that we might know Christ £6.60. "the course of this world" (2:2). seriously. C. E. W. Bellingham. ted. European Understanding of Committee of the diocese ipiroanc. the thought there is of a decisive as he is. India." These series provide not of Sydney has appointed city area." There had been a time when act, the thought here is of a con- only important information the world's selfish outlook on life And from this study of Christ Mr Bill Lenton, who was Mr Lepton will report on his tinual process (present infinitive). to imbibe a new principle in the about the India of the time, but iw)oartna;,haurcsotnfoenrenjcuelyat John'swen had been their's, when they had also significant insights into the born of Italian parents and lived by the world's standards, "Two things," says Bishop heart of one's rational being. The 15 Westcott, "are required for the principle of adopting Christ's intellectual history of Europe. Archbishop Marcus Loane will which are governed by the pas- neaks Italian fluently, as a sions of the flesh, the selfish de- positive formation of the outlook which is selfless and liv- Bishop Heber's journal was dltime evangelist in the be airman.a Christian character, the contin- ing by Christ's standards which •hos first published in 1828, edited by Hapaedaketaeorsa,willImbemtightealleav sires of the body and the mind (2:3). uous and progressive renewal of are governed by true holiness his wife from material in the iburb of Leichhardt. John Henderson, our highest faculty, and the deci- and righteousness. form of notes and letters which Inner city director, Rev PaulChaplain,I and Pastor Frank he wrote to her during his tour. lamest, has said: "We have Roberts, aboriginal worker at St DARKNESS It is from this first edition that employed Mr Lenton for a one- I Paul's Redfern. Their conduct had been evil practical the passages reprinted in this (4.19) and their mind darkened book have been taken. Dr Laird (4:18). Darkened to its own also provides an introduction and condition, darkened in relation to explanatory notes to the text. Tuesday Sunday School others (2:12). darkened in rela- The episcopate of Bishop tion to God (4:18) They Heber is of particular interest to had been disobedient (2:2). christianit Trentham, Victoria, is a between them, with no avail- obedience both from God (4:18) Anglicans in Australia. He was a bishop with undoubted evangeli- town with a population of able teachers. They had been disobedient (2:2). cal sympathies, and his diocese about 750. It has a cold A combined meeting of the subject to God's wrath (2:3), and at the time included all the East climate, with high rainfall three churches decided to hold alienated by wrath and dis- earn The trouble is it costs a lot iblem at School" obedience both from God 4:8) India Company's territories and a moderate winter snow-Tuesday pm together with Ceylon and 3.45 the Ang ficroamn and from others (2:12). of money to keep the Anglican Australia. fall. There are Anglican, Hall, within short walking dis- All this is in Paul's mind when Methodist and Presbyterian Lance from the local school. The Home Mission Society going Bishop Heber was a strong he speaks of their former man- H supporter of the CMS and was churches, but with no resi- Tuesday Bible School has a ner of life as "the old man which aChndurucshesorciTlisrti at nsunerinetitirdgcnut,_ is being corrupted" (v 22). And delighted to share in forwarding dent clergy. The Presby- the missionary work of the here again he is insisting that terian Sunday School had lum materials. their past life had been marked Church in India during his brief After six weeks there were 34 episcopate. closed, and the Methodist by a progression in evil (present It costs $55,000 to maintain Charlton Homes for boys from the courts. nd Anglican Sunday children enrolled, and two or participle). The book makes interesting weei.c new a opes comcoming eacheai reading and is important for the hoots had three scholars three There had been as Bonhoeffer represents the puts it, "a continual falling, a student of mission history and It costs $60,000 to maintain the counselling service. town children of state school plunging into bottomless denths. the growth of the Church in age. There are five teachers, two India. IRE . . . ACCIDENT a being relinquished, a withdraw- of them trained school teachers. al even farther and deeper." cu your savines Keith Cole. program commences with It costs $500,000 to maintain the Chesalon Homes for aged sick people. MARINE The Until such time as they had "put cordial, and ball games. In win- off" the old man and had "put ter there will be soup or hot on" the new, they had gone on drinks. SAVING IS EASY WITH to maintain Carra mar Maternity Hostel for unmarried girls. falling even farther and deeper. It costs $24,000 Cybernetics THE The Bible School has only primary school children, as But when they first heard LONDON & about Christ they had been CYBERNETICS AND THE IMAGE 01 secondary school children arrive home later from their school in taught (ii) to "put on the new I I) It cost., $50,000 to maintain the Parish Nursing Service. MAN, by H. E. Hatt, Abingdon LANCASHIRE , P R 0 V another town. Plans are being man." If the "old man" is the / ;minima room omit 1968. 304 pages. $5.40. made for provision for a teenage self-centred life, the "new man" L'! is the life which centres about PERMANENT BUILDING SOCIETY LTD. group. (ESTABLISHED 1946) Then add the cost of chaplaincies in hospitals, gaols, Machines that behave like Even the smaller children are Christ. and this new orientation human beings raise some inter- coping with the extra hour that must be put on as decisively as 36 York Street, Sydney, 2000 psychiatric centres and child welfare institutions. Add esting philosophical and theo- Branch, has been added to their day. The the other is put off (aorist in- (Between King and-Market Streets) the cost of work on the south coast and in parishes logical questions. Harols Hatt's 16 Spring Si., Sydney. haegrsthaare very willing to teach finitive). Telephone 292287,2901000 book endeavours to come to Sydney Manager: M. A. Mlle dt eta:r ci week. A break will be When Paul speaks in this pas- where special difficultiesare known. Add the cost of terms with these questions. The Tel. No. 20574. provided over school holidays. sage of the "old man" and the Have the safety of a Per- author's debt to Emil Brunner's "new man" he almost certainly future planning for Chesalon homes and the girls' theology of the Image of God in manent Building Society has in mind the concept of the and earn 61/2 % p.a. on your hostel. Add $44,000 for administration. man is quite explicit in the first two Adams. 92 pages. savings. Withdraw when From this point on human and TWO ADAMS you like plus interest — TOUR THE WOKS , • no charges deducted. It mechanised freedom and The first Adam was made in It costs a million dollars each year to keep the Anglican Home Mission Society just breaking even. responsibility are considered (pp the image of God, but failed, makes sense to "Put it with Another million dollars is needed for fulu,s_ rhesalon expansion alone. 95-205) and there is a final sec- 'tWORLD IN '73 and his failure is ours. The J.°ChIT 10* \. Provident". tion on "The Cybernetic Revo- second Adam was also made in with A.C.T. TRAVEL lution and Social Responsibility." the image of God. He did not EASY DEPOSIT Hatt argues that es we have to (An Activity of Christian Tourism) fail. acknowledge our proximity to He is "the one created after Open your account with as You never dreamed it would cost so little to see the whole little as $5. Deposit and Be a practical I would like to know more about the Anglican Home Mission Society. the animal creation so we have the image of God in true holi- to admit our similarity to world! And you're away for 41/2 months under the EXPERT withdraw at any time per- Christian I enclose a gift of machines. Yet the vital dis- LEADERSHIP OF TOUR LEADER, REV. GEORGE SMITH. sonally or by mail ... tinction between man and 'the You travel to England via Panama — then to Paris, the NEXT animals and machines remains. Riviera, Florence, Rome, Venice, through Hungary, Austria, Pray and Pay Name Man as "imago dei" is not to be Yugoslavia, Holland — all the lands you've wanted to see. GENERAL SYNOD Call Mr. Frank Gribble —Manager confused with man as "imago Help the spiritual mission with the machinae." Nevertheless the pro- You can hold your booking with a deposit. Send for FREE THE NEXT SESSION of the General Synod will commence Telephone 2901000 action beat. Help the Anglican Address kimity is real and its implications colour brochure for all details. are far-reaching. with a service of Evening Prayer Home Mission Society, 387 Kent in St Andrew's Cathedral, Syd- to discuss opening an account. "Cybernetics and the Image of Street, Sydney. BOOK 4 MONTHS from $1695 ney, on Sunday, May 20, 1973, 2361 Man" deserves to be commended at 7 pm at which the preacher as a stimulating introduction to 188BRISBANE,A will be Bishop John Howe, the whole subject. NOW! A.C.T. TRAVEL 0. 400NN0. PHONE 21 0425 Secretary-General of the Angli- B. L. Smith. can Consultative Council. Page 8 Australian Church Record, June 1-15, 1972 Australian Church Record, June 1-15, 1972 Page 9 is not disposed of immediately This may be a lesser witness to the doctrine of "Earth to earth, Synods say "yes" and ashes to ashes, dust to dust in CHURCHES CONFER ON THE CHRISTIAN WAY OF DEATH sure and certain hope of the re- surrection to eternal life." The Dues it matter what hap- way of death, it is interesting to "that is why through the wis- The church service should ashes are not seen to be put irto look at the practice of the Jewish dom of the ages religion has reflect in every way the New the ground. "no" to women pens to :sour body when you RI IN STATE SCHOOLS people. "When a Jew dies the developed its own mourning Testament understanding of One recent Prayer Book revi- Archdeacon Stuart-Fox is report- At one stage the Bishop, Dr die? Res Philip Oliver, rector body is never left alone. This is customs. They are the special death. "We do not sorrow as North Queensland synod Churches which send May. It is called the Inter- sion of the burial service has ed to have told the press outside Hardie, expressed surprise that of St Andrew's, Lane Cove, now a sign of reverence ... if a idiom of the valley of the men without hope for them that said "no" while Ballarat Church Consultative Commission made provision for this. It is synod that "if we carry on with there had been no speakers visiting instructors into NSW near-relative is unable to stay, shadow of death. They are sleep in Christ." on Religious Instruction in NSW, says that if you are a likely, however, that only a few synod said "yes" to motions this, we would have the women against the bill. Cannon D. R. secondary schools have special "watchers" consider it a meant to help us in the ex- Praise and thanksgiving and people would be present at such Schools. Christian, it should matter. which sought to open what controlling the whole church." Stewart said that women could agreed to plan submissions The commission is studying privilege and a sacred duty to do pression of our grief. Crowing assurance of eternal life will be a burying of the ashes. The had been exclusive male pre- "If we let this go on we'd end not be objective, against them- what has been attempted in Christians should be a so. and maturing through the cen- prominent features of the ser- Christian may well conclude that to the Government and edu- the up with petticoat government in selves in particular. He though, past in NSW and developments people who do everything "The funeral arrangements are turies, they have become the vice. The sermon will be an an important opportunity is lost eves in the church to cation department on the parish council and petticoat it was a retrograde step. Rev R. in other States and overseas, and taken care of by `The Holy Bro- most adequate language to give evangelistic opportunity to by the body (ashes) not being men. for the glory of God. Pre- government in synod." G. Rowlands said he was anti- future of religious education is considering what is education- therhood' or as it is known by voice to the inexpressable." people who may come but rarely put into the ground when most feminist. Canon R. H. Pidgeon sumably, this also includes its Aramaic name, the `Chevra (Branch). to church. The reading of God's Gcv Douglas A. Wellington, After a full dress debate, Bal- in those schools. ally desirable and feasible in people are present. or of St Peter's West End, larat synod agreed to amend its said that the effect of a small Kadisha.' The members of this What then of the Christian Word and the sermon will also The denominations concerned the secondary school system in what happens to the Chris- Some will conclude that fo nsville, introduced a draft Synod Act to permit women to number of women feeling self- are the Baptist, Churches of the field of religious education. brotherhood are the most pious way of death? bring comfort to the bereaved. conscious could be unfortunate. tian at the time of death. of the Jewish community who the body to be buried bring- ,non into North Queensland become members of synod. Christ, Congregational, Greek ft is hopeti that submissions In considering the arrange- The Jewish idea of death These days some very curious know that to pay the last respect home more powerfully the ids nod to allow women to be eli- Rev David G. Cobbett of Dr T. V. Walpole of Horsham Orthodox, Lutheran, Methodist, will be agreed upon which will ments the Christian makes for being the great leveller must also that from the dust God raises to He for appointment as church- Presbyterian, Salvation Army enrich the secondary curriculum, customs are creeping in to the to the dead is one of the great form part of the Christian's atti- Warnambool had raised the said that he was amazed to hear his death (he should make a resurrection body. The colas: - n-dens, with the stipulation that such archaic and narrow views and all dioceses of the Church of according to Rev Bern Stevens, arrangements associated with religious duties of man. tude. There is no room in death matter in the last synod and the arrangements for his death if he barium must also be considere least one of the churchwar- expressed by the clergy. England and the Roman Catho- liaison and research officer to the funerals. These may be made by "They do so, not in mere words for ostentation, or pretence. The bill was formally moved by the is concerned to glorify Christ in in the light of this. of each parish should be A division was called for and lic Church in the State. NSW Council for Christian Edu- the bereaved family or partner, or gestures, but by actually pre- flashy showiness and the plastic- Chancellor, Mr R. A. Must. Mr it, and use it as an act of witness Ie. The first meeting of a com- cation in Schools, who has been or in compliance with the pre- paring the body for the last rest, adornment of some funeral cas- From observation, burial is n, Cobbett said that the precedent in the house of clergy, there viously expressed wishes of the to his belief which has been ex- harder on the mourners than me The draft canon got to the had been established in the prov- were 21 for the bill and 19 mission agreed to by all these appointed secretary to the com- washing and clothing it. They pressed by his life), he should be kets must be a denial of this deceased. They may include such give their service readily to every mation. There may, in fact, be ,vnmittee stage before it was re- ince by Melbourne, Wangaratta against while in the house of the churches was held on April 6, mission. sensitive to the need for the be- truth. Mr Justice A. R. Richardson things as a request for no Jew as though he were a brother, greater degree of finality which :tad and finally withdrawn. and St Ammo laity, only 5 were against it. and ta o further meetings in reaved to express their feelings. The laying to rest of the body has accepted appointment as flowers at the funeral, or for a because in death all are akin and is helpful in the ultimate allevia- private funeral where only the A Christian may judge that is chiefly an opportunity to rein- tion of grief. chairman of the commission. no one a stranger." Rabbi Branch flowers, etc, are one means force the Bible teaching of resur- immediate family is present, or Such a consideration might — "The Star of David." whereby people can express their rection. Because of this, people even for a memorial service. seem to be unimportant, but the bishop A parish which grows "Complete simplicity and love in their grief. It may be a should be encouraged (one could A Other customs are becoming question has to be asked — 'how equality distinguish Jewish bur- disservice to prevent this ex- make the request in the funeral more and more common by ial. The coffin itself must be of far can we get away from the pression. It may be argued that notice in the paper) to attend the Victorian general acceptance. For example, symbolism of the raising to new remembers the simplest kind, unvarnished money spent on flowers could be crematorium or cemetery. in two ways the great number of people who and unadorned. In no circum- life from the old, which is de given to some more worthy I a the diocese of Nakaru attend a service but who do not stances is it permitted to diffe- People often ask whether from picted in the burying of the tr cause. A gift of love either to a a Christian point of view, crema- St Stephen's, Norman- building to he opened free of parish projects, a dollar should go to the crematorium or the rentiate between the rich and the mains of a person, without I, tcr, Bishop Neville Lang- bereaved person or simply as an tion is a proper means for the hurst, NSW, is one of those debt and paid for a pipe organ. be spent on missionary work. bishops in cemetery. This can be explained poor, the 'famous' and the the impact that the °pool-tem, rd-Smith recalls an event expression of how we felt for disposal of the body. There is It became a full parish in 1964. This makes the completion of in terms of time for men who `ordinary.' " (Branch.) presents?' 0 years ago. rare parishes which, although the long-awaited Christian Edu- someone who has died, is both nothing in the Bible to indicate A rectory was opened in 1965 have to work and in terms of The Jews also pay attention to Statements such as "I don' only 20 years old, has tried cation Centre and its opening on right and proper. that it is not. It is purely a mat- In June it will 40 years and in 1966 the decision was distance. Very few churches these the need for those who have care what they do with me al, be 29th April last of much more Bendigo In practice, it is doubtful ter of expediency and preference. to match in own growth and days have a graveyard. The grow- been bereaved to give expression I die," etc ought not to has, nice I left Sydney for Tan- made to plan for a Christian significance. For the total cost of whether money not spent on gifts nvika. I was given a parting development with an equal Education Centre. ing custom of the funeral being to the way they feel. It is per- There are some things, how- place in Christian thinking. this centre has been $70,000. Bishops of the province of taken direct to the crematorium haps a psychological necessity to of this kind is ever used for ever, which a Christian ought to sent by the Evangelical Union responsibility for developing The commodious Centre will The Christian is concerned in Meanwhile, Normanhurst links Victoria held their twelfth without a service at a church is give vent to our feeling in sorrow anything else. think about when making the Ire , with the missionary work of the with the Church Missionary facilitate a complete religious his life to represent Christ to the dale card which said "Neville annual meeting at the end of another example of a generally and distress. Unless we voice our There are other weightier mat- choice between cremation and church. Society were strengthened and St education program, including accepted practice. anguish, it may break our body ters to consider than this in a burial. In cremation the casket is world. He will be no less con- sent forth by God, 25th June, Stephen's own missionaries are informal after-school activities May in Bendigo. It was the Before looking at the Christian and cloud our mind. Christian's death. simply removed from stela and cerned in his death. , 2." When we think of our Worship began in the original for secondary school children. church in 1920 when it was part Rev Earl and Mrs Julie Hughes first time they had ever met as God's missionary we of Oenpelli, Dr Guy and Mrs Youth and adult activities are al- of St Paul's Wahroonga parish. there, utterly unworthy of the Timmis of l-Iombolo Leprosy ready benefitting. A hall was erected in 1923. In ne, and yet it is ours, given us Centre, Tanganyika and Rev A pre-school kindergarten Dr Woods, Archbishop of 1952 Archbishop Mowll made BISHOP WARREN OF CANBERRA-GOULBURN him — "so send I you." John and Mrs Joan Brook of opened at the Centre on 16th Melbourne, preached at the ser- N. Q'land SU camp Rev Ron Patfield the first curate vice in All Saints' Cathedral on C.M.S., Jakarta. May and the whole Normanhurst in charge of the new provisional 24th May for the opening of Our hope lies not in the district. The present rector, Rev John community is appreciating the OUTSPOKEN ABOUT man provision of such a facility. The their conference. Lessem were put on the moon, but in the A new St Stephens did not Gelding said that his parish debt incurred to build the Cenre read by the bishops of Gippsland booked out a we put on the cross. DON come until 1963 when an council has adopted the principle will be repaid over twenty years and St Arnaud. (SHAM. anonymous donor enabled the that for each dollar spent on During the May Sc/tool Mr Johnson and Miss Leslc . at $4,548 each year. Thus the The Cathedral choir was en- holidays, Mr David Johnson, McGrath, a high school teache. people at St Stephen's are chal- large by the addition of the SOCIAL & MORAL POLLUTION in Townsville will studentstake a grout on lenged to give a like sum each choirs from adjoining parishes of the regional secretary for of grade 10 to year for missionary work. St John's and St Paul's. I refer now to the general habitants to breathe. Any visitor are we to say and do for the S.U. in North Queensland, New Guinea Discovery tour i South Pacific Anglican the August holidays. A speck. setting in which life is lived to London, after -a lapse of good of our children without ran a Children's Camp on years, cannot but wonder at the seeming to be hopelessly out of DC3 plane is being chartered fo by most of us these days, I Magnetic Island. Fifty child- the trip. Crises in London, great advances made there in date, and how shall we foster an ren attended an enjoyable Council uncertain suppose I mean "the en- this respect. environment in which young week of normal camp type vironment," but I include the We do not seem to be so alert people can grow and mature? Cambridge and Paris There is no easy answer to activities. It was notable, ROM SUSAN YOUNG :clue a more sympathetic hearing drawing from its mother prov- social as well as the physical to pollution in the social and Short notices '.his time, because of changing such questions. Let us avoid glib- though, that over fifty others ince of Queensland. year but that he setting. moral environment, however. political and ecclesiastical Of recent weeks, minor of the academic 'The Little Red Schoolbook," al- ness like the plague — and also HUMAN ECOLOGY — The South Pacific Angli- Closely tied up with the pro- had resigned the next day. One can only rejoice it grow- the tendency to wring our hands had to be turned away, circumstances. vincial business was the question crises in London, Cambridge in silaifits ready over-publicised and enjoy- CHRISTIAN CONCERN I n Council has once again Michael's1e 'sn jAoynectahne Church ing awareness of the dangers to in despair. Also during the May holidays, Stanley G. Browne. Christie, The theory was that politically of the future of SPAC and here and beeningivthene the natural environment- caused ing greater sales because of it, is 12 north Queensland high school erred proposals to estab- title of only the latest in a series of pub- Christians should not lose Medical Fellowship, 1972. 22 it might be better for the South the delegates were plainly uncer- considerableParishavesp ace "the Embassy church" by selfishness, bad planning, students travelled over 1,000 since lications in circulation which can sight of essentials. At its core pages. UK 10p. Dr Browne is I a province for its mem- Pacific dioceses to have a prov- tain and confused. religious press in England. 1034. It has always been an dumping of waste, erosion of Christianity is all about God's miles to attend the Inter-School Christian and he shows tha , dioceses — the third time ince of their own, instead of Eventually, however, they de- evangelical church and the hillsides, and so on. More impor- do no good and possibly a good In London, the Rev David concern for, and care of, man. Christian Fellowship Leadership Christians should be concerne. being attached to the "colonial" cided that they did want SPAC present chaplain, Rev Eric tant still are the steps being deal of harm. There is seemingly three years that it has Head, general secretary of the He wants them to live in a re- Conference at Mt Tamborine all right but he brings no biblica countries of Australia and New to continue and they focused its McLellan, formerly rector of taken, or contemplated, in many a convention that nothing should near Brisbane. Each student was lie SO. Student Christian Movement ever be said poetically or mysti- conciled life, reconciled, that is, insights to bear on this concern Zealand, aims and tasks more finely than Sevenoaks, is, like his pre- cities of the world, to eliminate greatly helped by the conference since 1966 has resigned follow- cally or gently any more. Con- to himself as the fountain of He quotes with approval Erlich' and it now looks as if at least Also, if the New Zealand Ang- in the past. decessors, an appointee of the atmospheric pollutants and to as they met with other students ing an extraordinary general sequently (to take only one sec- being, as of truth and beauty hope that religion will work to of the SPAC dioceses will lican Church goes into union They appointed a group to Commonwealth and Continental restore clean ir for the in- from southern groups and ex- assembly held in April. --Mon of the "teaching" of this and goodness. wards "population control." nt provinces of their own. with other Churches there, the prepare amendments to the Church Society. Jesus taught that such recon- changed ideas and problems. Council's constitution, aimed at The meeting withdrew finan- "grubby little book") the richest IF I HAD ONLY ONE SER Dioceses of Melanesia and Pol- cial support from a project to But Sir Christopher Soames, ciled persons are empowered by The extent of the impact of curing their meeting near clarifying SPAC's role as a con- and most intimate of human MON TO PREACH ed Ralpl ynesia, which belong to the which Mr Head felt personally the present British Ambassador God's own Spirit to live in true this conference will only be seen Moresby recently, SPAC sultative rather than a legislative relationships is degraded to the ;Turnbull. Baker, 1966. 151 page• Province of New Zealand, would committed and so brought his has a strong antipathy to freedom from the petty enslave- as the students put into practice :ides from Papua New find themselves homeless. body. YOUR WORLD level of purely animal desires US$2.45. Fourteen great preach nea, Melanesia, Polynesia resignation. evangelicals. He told Mr ments of human life..As St Paul in their groups what they have However, in the event there And the Bishop of Melanesia, and satisfactions. Should we not ern from many denomination the Torres Straits decided McLellan that St Michael's was P ut,, it. they are "new creatures." learned was resistance to the idea of a Bishop John Chisholm (who was Rev Francis Palmer. principal be concerned to stress that in- give us the Scripture and the set the time was still not right "at present not fully representa- mon based on it. BIRTHDAYS province as traditionally under- later elected chairman of SPAC), of Ridley Hall, Cambridge, re- discriminate sex relationships, in a Province of the South signed his post after only seven tive of the Anglican position." IN FOCUS beginning in adolescence, can be HOLIDAY AND OTHER DES stood, because of the expense said that as a general rule the On Sir Christopher's advice, dtic. months in office. In a public injurious to a person's character ASTERS by Thomas Mullen and staff which it was felt would Council should deal only with the British Foreign Office has "It's a battle for any one statement, Mr Palmer said he re- and destructive of society, just as The Jesus Movement Abingdon, 1971. 144 pages • was thought in some guar- be needed to maintain its those matters which were pecu- placed a ban on the use of the signed because of staff disloyalty person to look out on this smoking can be injurious to his $2.80. Humorous meditations fo rh a the proposal would re- communications and admini- liarly Anglican. title, "the f ',hussy aim, • which caused student unrest complex poverty war-ridden physical health? In his pastoral charge to ghost of the Jesus we know and 35 different life occasions. Nt strative structure. Thus, delegates felt that sub- serve, as some earnest but mis- In addition, the Diocese of jects such as gambling, drink, In a press statement, Professor world and get it into focus," Many thoughtful people, the Newcastle synod on 4 EASY ROAD by Dick Eastman guided Christians have done out- Melanesia reported that it was sex education and pornography, C. F. D. Moule, chairman of the Christians among them, are Baker, 1971. 135 pages said Mr David Claydon last June, Right Rev James side the theatre when 'Jesus going ahead with plans to form a would best be tackled in con- Council of Ridley Hall said that troubled by what is called "per- US$2.95. Twelve excellent char CHRISTIAN week. Housden, Bishop of New- Christ Superstar' was being tern on prayer. Material for me WHAT! province of its own, a move junction with other churches in Council had requested the resig- missiveness," not because they You mean to say C.M.S. BOOK- played, should we not rather go ditations, sermons etc. PARA which was foreshadowed at last the various dioceses. nation of Mr Palmer by the end In announcing the details of see the questioning of authority castle had this to say about SHOP has been selling church TOURING Scripture Union Week, Mr Clay- to these young people with the BLES OF THE MASTER It year's SPAC. as bad in itself, but because they the Jesus Movement:— enriched Lord of the twentieth robes all these years and I didn't don, SU's federal secretary, genuinely believe that society is Lonis 0. Caldwell. Baker, 1971 know about It? And the Melanesian delegates went on to point out, "that with- "The so-called Jesus move- century, whom we know through 127 pages. US$1.25. A discus.. were firm in their wish to try PARTY 1973 harmed by polluting influences ment among young people who the Bible, prayer and sacra- I always get my cleri- out a personal platform of a which are encouraged by it. guide for teenagers on 'width running their own province first, JAPAN — TAIWAN have no found Jesus in us, the ments. of our Lord. SOCIAL SERVO( I al wear when I go before looking to see if it would meaningful value system one They are concerned, too, at their book-browsing at the Armidale synod meets HONG KONG church, and so have drawn a "Let us rather thank God that VOL. 23 NOS 3 and 4. No Bookshop. work on a wider basis. cannot see society in focus. The own ineffectiveness. , best value system will be dis- pretty picture of a humanistic some seekers are looking to 1971-Feb. 1972. 40 pages. An- Yes So a feeling emerged at SPAC Six weeks Cruise in White covered in the patient, thoughtful The media give great promi Jesus, a man of compassion, yet Jesus, however imperfectly, for nually $3. A whole issue devotee ROBES that a relatively simple provin- Yacht R.I.L. Ships. study of the Scriptures." nence to opinions and attitude have ignored the deeper insights an answer to the riddle of life, as to "Aboriginal People in the CLERGYFOR cial structure was needed, and The theme for this year's S.U. which are daring or "way out,' in his teaching, ignored his claim the Greeks in the gospel came to Greater Sydney Area." Fourteen also that it might be better to at university Commencing Sydney February Week is "Your World in Focus." so that they seem to be the norm to divinity, the significance of Philip, saying, 'Sir, we would see succinct articles, list of all draw provincial borders round 181h, 1973. of acceptable behaviour. Wha the cross and omitted the resur- Jesus' Too often we have told AND Armidale synod, at the sermon at in St Peter's The week will be held July 2-9. agencies involved and list of national boundaries, rather than Returning lit April, 1973. ------rection. people where they get off, instead background reading makes this a CHOIR taking in the whole South Pacific end of May, found its focal Cathedral on the Sunday night. "Rather than condemn this pale of where they het on." very special issue. area. On Monday night, Bishop Shear- 8 Days Land Touring in • point very much on the ft now seems certain, as a re- man, chairman of the Australian Japan, Ridley College, he gave the Cassocks Girdles sult of the deferment of the pro- campus of the University of Board of Missions spoke at the greater part of his life to extend- Surplices vincial issue by SPAC, that the 2 Days in Taiwan. New England synod missionary hour. ing the work of the Bush Church Stocks Diocese of Papua New Guinea Death of Bishop Aid Society in the outback. Black Women who accompanied 4 Days in Hong Kong. White will follow Melanesia in in- Synod sessions were held in Applications are invited for position of headmistress in charge of His appointment to Willochra shirts vestigating possibilities for a sim- the St Marks' chapel at the their husbands to Armidale were All Inclusive Fare per person, Collars— able to attend' special women's primary school. Classes from third to sixth class. Duties to corn- in 1958 was seen as a fitting cli- plified province of its own. University which was dedicated 4 Berth $978. — 2 Berth Tom Jones max to such a devoted life. Studs After SPAC, the Bishop of last year and has excellent meetings, including a Quiet me-,ce first term 1973. Hoods $1175. He had lived in Adelaide since Papua New Guinea, Bishop conference faoilities. Most of the Morning at the Cathedral on the Bishop Thomas Edward laide on May 7 after a long David Hand, announced that representatives who came to Ar- Monday. There was a conference For complete information, Applications in writing to: his retirement and he was buried Jones, MBE, Bishop of Wil- illness, aged 69. from his parish church at Plymp plans for a province would prob- midale from New England and on the Tuesday and Dr Alwynne send stamped addressed Available from stock ably be presented to the diocesan the north-west of NSW for the ABBOTSLEIGH, , lochra, 1958-69, and Organ- He was born in Liverpool, ton. The Primate, who had con - envelope foe— THE HEADMISTRESS, synod were comfortably housed Coster, an Australian with con- Engand, and like numbers of secrated him in 1958, was pres- CMS CHURCH SUPPLIES synod next year. Rev. Eric Walsham, Pacific Highway, Wahroonga 2076. ising Secretary of the Bush in Duval College at the Univer- siderable missionary experience others of his generation, he was ent, as were manly other Church Bathurst St., Segue, N.S.W. He said he though it was time 6 Victoria Street, Church Aid Society from 61 9487. the Diocese of Papua New sity. in Iran and Pakistan was the inspired by Rev G. A. Chambers leaders. He leaves a wife, a son Catalogue Available. Mayfield, NSW 2304. 11934 to 1958, died in Ade- and, coming out to Australia and and two daughters. Guinea began to consider with- Bishop Kerle gave his mined special speaker. Page 10 Australian Church Record, June 1-15, 1972 Australian Church Record, June 1-15, 1972 Page 11 THE AUSTRALIAN _ THE AUSTRALIAN BIOCHEMIST TO LEAD CHURCH

Rev Donald H. Edgar, formerly work- Trinity, Hastings (WU, Al I Ilk- , t 1970. ing in Alice Springs, has moved to Dar- resigned in May. QUEENSLAND S.U. RECORD win and has been licensed as curate of Canon Wilfrid Holt has been appoint- Christ Chinch Cathedral. ed acting meal dean of Camberwell CHURCH RECORD Rev Adrian 0. Charles, formerly Arch- (Melbourne) during the absence overseas The Queensland Scripture The national paper for THE NATIONAL CHURCH OF ENGLAND NEWSPAPER — NINETY-SECOND 1 FAR OF PUBLICATION deacon of The Downs (Brisbane) began of Canon Russell Clark. Rev Lawrence V. Green. rector of Mir- Union Council has an- Chinch of England people duty as senior chaplain of Christ Church John Fairfax and Grammar School, Perth, WA from the boo North (Gippstand) since 1903, has —Catholic, Apostolic, Prot- Registered for wasting as Printed by Price 15 cents beginning of second term. been appointed vicar of St Augustine's, nounced the appointment of No. 1515 — June 29, 1972 a newspaper — Category A Sons Ltd., Broadway, Sydney. Moreland (Melbourne) from August I. estant and Reformed. Rev F. A. Joseph EgBeaton. who had Rev George A. Pearson, vicar of St Dr Jim Rawson as State Gen- been a chaplain at the Missions to Sca- Stephen's, Richmond (Melbourne) since eral Secretary. Dr Rawson Subscription $4 per year, nlon, Sydney, since 1962, died after a 1963. has been appointed vicar of St posted. Editorial and Busi- long illness on May 22. He spent all of James', Dandenong. from August 31. has recently returned from his 32 years' ministry in Sydney diocese Canon David M. Wallace, rector of ness: Room 311, 160 Castle- except for service as an Alf' chaplain. Christ Church, Castlemaine (Bendigo) three years in the USA as reagh Street, Sydney. 2000. New BCA ministry Rev Walter Spencer, rector of St Step- since 1952, has refired and has been given permission to officiate in the dioc- a biochemist and administra- Phone: 61 2975. Issued fort- SYNOD TOLD TITLE hen's Mittagong (Sydney) since 1966, has been appointed a chaplain at Long Bay ese of Melbourne from May. tor with the Syntax Corpora- nightly, on alternate 'Thurs- gaol from September 6 next. Demtes. M. E. Alfred has been days. Dr John Hercos has been elected appointed acting head deaconess (Mel- tion. Australian president of the Inter Varsity bourne) while Deaconess E. Wells is on in Central Q'land Fellowhhip for 1972. long service leave. Mrs Era Plkher, widow of the late Rev Frederick Porter. vicar of St During his post-doctoral studies Bishop Charles Venn Pitcher, coadjutor Peter's, Brighton Beach (Melbourne) in Mexico, Dr Rawson helped to OUT OF STEP WITH The new mining town of will be the Christian pastor Bishop of Sydney, who died in 1962. died since 1960, will retire on October 14 introduce Scripture Union into available to all who need his in Chesalon. Eastwood on April 30. She next. Primate Moranbah in Central is survived by a son, Mr Frank Pitcher, Rev Charles D. Barton, formerly of that country. Prior to that, while ministry. of Toronto, Canada. Holy Trinity, Adelaide, has been studying at Sydney University, Queensland is to have a The Bishop of Rockhampton Rev Donald E. French, formerly of awarded the degree of master of sacred Wil!ochre diocese who is now gaining theology of the Boston University and Dr Rawson was a Beach Mission 1/r Jim Ranynn Christian centre which will has secured the appointment of parish experience in England, has been has been awarded a scholarship for a leader and was actively involved honoured be staffed by a missionary of Rev Neville Knott, a graduate of further three to four years' study for a MODERN TREND appointed rector of Holy Cross. Hacket home to England due to the (Canb-Goulb) from July next. He PhD in pastoral counselling. in various leadership capacities the Bush Church Aid St John's Morpeth and the rept,. Rev Conn Rush who has Mr Norman S. Girvan. a devoted lay- in his church at St Clements, rapid deterioration of both his Armidale synod was told at its recent session there was a theological question University of Queensland as the man of the diocese of Sydney died In the Mosman. parents. by Queen involved and that he would not Society. first missioner. Mr Knott has Rev Anthony I. Kenny who trained at Home of Peace. Greenwich. on June 1 that the title of "canon" that accompanies the St Michael's Craters and was a favorer following an accident last year. He leaves Dr Rawson and his wife, Joy, he prepared to act in a unilateral The town was built over the served at Ekibin and Southport a wife and four children. His two bro- Rev John Banner recently re- Dr Frank Woods, Arch- citrate of St George's Malvern (1968.69) have three small daughters and appointment to a catherdral chapter is rather out of way as had Hong Kong. past two years by the Utah Min- in Brisbane diocese. was admitted to another denomination in thers are Revs Hugh Girvan of St John's, signed from the position of left Sydney for Brisbane on May bishop of Melbourne and May. Launceston and Wesley Girvan, of Christ step with trends in the church today and that we Mr W. D. Bennet of Tam- ing Company and it has 2,500 He and his wife Evelyn have Rev Erie Harrodhie. vicar of Holy Church. Kiania. General Secretary to return 21. Primate of Australia since worth moved that the diocese in- taken up residence in a caravan would be better without it. people. Initially ministers of last year, has been made a vest some of its foods in real many denominations came from hoping soon to move to a Hous- Knight Commander the Rev Peter Smart of St Peter's, Canon Baker: "Does this mean estate in Tamworth, the diocese's Clermont, Senna and Emerald. ing Commission cot- of fastest growing and largest city. tage. Churches involved in dis- South Tamworth, was moving that there will be no canons Consultations were held and it British Empire in the too motions which will, in effect, nominated for the future? The motion was lost. cussions leading up to the ap- Bendigo 10,000 march for Jesus Queen's Birthday honour defer the election of canons to "If so, I don't agree with it," Rev G. V. Browning and Rev was agreed that the Anglican pointment were Anglican, the chapter of St Peter's Cath- he said. Harry Taylor of Glen Innes Church would provide the resi- Roman Catholic, Presbyterian, the Archbishop has expressed edral. The motions were carried. Canon Baker said he thought moved that the Diocesan Council dent ministry. The Bush Church Methodist, Lutheran, Baptist and premises On a Friday night in May, his thanks for the honour con- The are four canonries vacant people regarded the title "canon" examine six areas in which Aid Society undertook the task Churches of Chi irt. 10,000 "Marchers for Jesus ferred upon him but is seeking — two to be appointed by the as being given as special recogni- greater co-operation with other of providing and supporting the the Queen's permiwsion to use his bishop and two which were to tion for special services rendered dioceses in the province of NSW ministry. and for Righteousness" in Auckland have been elected by synod. to the diocese over many years. would be helpful. The areas present style of Archbishop Other churches agreed that a for Bible marched 15 abreast through rather than Sir Frank Woods so These appointments have now Bishop Kerle said it had been were: the theme was "Righteousness The seven-point Charter for obvious, at previous synods, that resident minister would be able the streets of Auckland, New that no matter of rank might been deferred. 1. Diocesan S.A. churches exalteth a nation." Righteousness, among other there had been "pretty intense administration to undertake pastoral work and Zealand's largest city. come between himself and his The motions that were put to nrncedures Very Rev John 0. Rymer, things, called for the Bible to be people. synod by Rev Peter Smart, of feeling" at e ' mi .. The Society The marchers were mainly Dean of Auckland said that in recognised as the book of autho- Bishop Kenneth Leslie of Scuth Tamworth, were: canons. -.:1' my out rejecting Jesus' standards, peace, rity in education and govern- "That synod requests the It was thought by some differ on young people and led by Salva- Bathurst and Archdeacon Per- r ,ditties of R.I. The Bible Society, which joy and wholesomeness had ment. this 'should be avoided; some of 3. Clergy super annual Cr . tion Army bands, they sang and ceval H. Dicker, formerly arch- diocesan council to examine the their triton ons m vcaship and Major denominations in has had an auxiliary in Ben- clapped, held their Bibles high eluded society's grasp. The deacon and registrar of Wang- function of the Cathedral Chap- the younger ones thought that 4. Christian education field Mayor of Auckland said that the titles of this character were no teaching through visiting clergy. South Australia are split digo for over 100 years is and called on bystanders to join matte were awarded the OBE ter, and if changes are consid- staff. them. great gathering represented the ered desirable, to bring any nec- longer relevant to "the age in 5. Mass media. Otherwise the resident clergyman over the question of the right to have a permanent home in and Rev Ronald A. O'Brien, rec- Many wore Jesus T shirts and determination of Auckland's tor of St Paul's Durwood, NSW essary amending ordinance to which we live." 6. Lay leadership training. of entry to State schools to people to correct the evils of the Dean of On the motion of Rev G. V. the city. One-Way stickers. They carried was awarded an MBE in the vary the cathedral ordinance, to teach religious instruction. Mr S. Preston Walker, district time. .he next session of synod;" and, Browning of Warialda, synod re- The motion was carried. posters captioned "Jesus Loves same honours list. Methodist, Presbyterian, Bap- representative of the Society, has The Maori evangelist, Mr ,hat the elections to fill the es- solved to adopt in principle the Another resolution moved by You," "Jesus is Alive," "Jesus is NEW BISHOP tist, Congregational, Salvation announced that the Society is Muri Thompson, told the crowd Wangaratta mg clerical vacancies on the recommendation of the 1971 Rev Ray Smith of West Tam- Coming Soon." Counter demon- Army and Church of Christ negotiating the purchase of strators were also prepared and that "the way back to right- dthedral Chapter be deferred national conference on Mission wonh called for further develop- and Ministry which gives women denominations have already premises for a Bible House in their banners read "God is eousness, peace, standards and until the next sitting of synod." ment of an education exten- to Ipswich Mr Smart said the function equal rights with men to be sion program to train lay withdrawn from teaching in the Bendigo. dead," "Jesus Never Rose." Jesus morality is an encounter with State schools. He said that it would func- Jesus Christ the Son of God." it purpose of the chapter elected to all parish and diocesan people to exercise a wider lead- marchers mat the opposition in Anglican, Roman - tion as a Christian service and cited definition and clari- offices and to become lay ership and ministry in the local Catholic and friendly style, even when motor At I I pm the great crowd The Very Rev Robert C utheran denominations are con- conference centre and help set cation. readers and lay preachers. congregation. cycles were revved to drown out sang "To God be the Glory" but Beal, Dean of Wangaratta : tinning to teach as in the past forward the aim of the Bible "I feel the title 'canon' that A motion to permit deaco- the singing. One of the bikes the people were reluctant to go Mr K. C. Byfield and Arch- but are aware that some changes Society which was to provide the since 1965, has been ap- accompanies the appointment of nesses to be made priests, moved deacon Maurice Betteridge spon- caught fire! One counter-marcher home and many remained, radi- by Mr Crawford of Inverell and may be needed. Word of God in a language that carried a placard, "Judas is pointed rector of St Paul's, a Cathedral Chapter is rather sored a resolution calling on the antly praising God. seconded by Rev I. Ransom of Rev Dr G. W. Speedy, a the people can read and under- my trip," and in his other hand a Ipswich in the diocese of out-of-step with trends in the Diocesan Council to investigate Inverell was debated but finally senior lecturer at Bedford Park stand and at a price they can book "Everything You Ever Brisbane. church today .— and I think we the practicability of building an Whatever is to be done at would be better without it." not put. The Bishop said that I rashers' College, said that he afford to pay. Wanted to Know About Sex." Anglican college complex on an e cold throw out any religious , supervises a dis- God's command may be accom- The Dean came to Wangarath: Mr Walker People from all over New Zea- eleven-acre church site at the instruction curriculum chosen by trict with 18, auxiliaries from plished in his strength. from Brisbane, having trained at University of New England. land joined in the open-air ser- AUTHOR UNKNOWN. St Francis' College and served in the churches themselves and Mildura in the north-west to insisted that Wodonga in 'the north-east. vice that followed the march and north Queensland and Brisbane. Dr Sambell outspoken on The type of complex in mind religious instruction He has twice been administrator would go far beyond present was the responsibility of the The highest pinnacle of the Education Department. Leader of Wangaratta diocese for ideas of a residential college with spiritual life is not joy in unbro- 'enthronements' and conscience dining halls and kitchens. Self- of the Opposition in the SA ken sunshine, but absolute and extended periods. Miss Angela Wawn, Public contained units, groups of rooms, Parliament, Dr Eastick, said that undoubting trim in the love of His resignation take, effect as Relations Officer, NSW Mis- New city planned The enthronement of bishops in our Church should common-rooms and flats for religious instruction cannot be God. A. W. "I 110RO! D. from August 13. sions to Seamen. married couples are some of the Archdeacon John Reid, to be divorced completely from be replaced by a quite different form of service, the possibilities envisaged. an assisiant-bishop of Sydney. religious bodies. krelthishop of Perth, Dr Geoffrey Sambell, told his in Murray diocese diocese in the June issue of the "Anglican Memenger." Overseas scholars at He writes: A new city of some exact location for the new city "Our society in Australia of may be known and this may in- course is not anti-Christian but Primate seeks prayer 100,000 people will be fluence the debate. Overseas rather post-Christian with the established by the South The diocese is already com- ANZSTS conference culture of affluence — that Australian government with- mitted to heavy financial support means drugs and gambling and in 25 miles of Murray for the rapidly developing north- Lectures by two inter- Professor of Old Testament at USA. He is the author of appointment material possessions, and a basic Bridge. west corner, through the Home nationally-known Christian the Faculty of Theology, St An- Christian Theology of the 01 structure that depends on power for our environment Mission Fund. drew's College, University of Testament." over rather than responsibility Murray Bridge is the seat of scholars on the Trinity and Sydney. Two symposia on "Feminist or Noel for each other in the community. The Primate of Australia, "The menace of pollution Lord God. out of chaos you the Bishop of The Murray and However the rapid increase in preaching, and symposia on the decision is expected to have population in that area, the Professor Knight was until and Theology" and "Ecology an. "The very enthronement of Dr Frank Woods, Arch- hangs over the world like a dark created order. You spoke your a great effect on the young dioc- increase in church attendance feminism and ecology will recently principal of the Pacific Theology" will form part of lb bishops we have in our own cloud," Archbishop Woods said. Word and the wcrlds came to Theological College in Suva. Pre- - bishop of Melbourne, has "Let us hope that as a human be. Through Moses you ese. For some time, the location and hard work of the congrega- be the main themes for the conference. Papers on all theo Pollard church surely should be replaced of the bishop's residence and the tions there, are expected to viously he held teaching posi, in logical subjects are also invitee asked that Anglicans and race we have woken up to it just announced your law so that the sixth annual conference of by some kind of commissioning speedily reduce the need for Scotland. New Zealand and from members of the conference. Rev Noel S. Pollard, Mas- any others who care to join in time." He urges that we people might known and do what See town has been widely dis- the Australian and New cussed. diocesan financial assistance, ter of New College, Uni- service, where the bishop is com- should pray together for should use the prayer specially is right. Through your prophets Zealand Society for Theo- missioned to serve his people written by the United Nations you called for righteousness, It will come up again at this thus making money available to versity of New South Wales God's guidance that we may year's synod when it will be minister effectively in the new logical Studies. rather than enthroned in a posi- Association of Australia in con- peace and justice. since 1968, has been ap- learn to combat the pollu- nection with the United Nations asked to confirm Murray Bridge town, immediately the project The conference will be held at tion of power, even if in fact Lord, in our day we have lost as the See town. By then, the cons mences. Ceylon unity plan pointed lecturer in church tion of nature and the pollu- Conference on the Environment respect for your creation. We Queen's College, University of that doesn't follow. Melbourne, from August 14-18, history at St John's College, tion of our minds and hearts, in Stotkholm, Sweden. have despoiled, used up and bro- "We become preoccupied with- ken the fabric of the world and 197/ Nottingham, and lecturer in and learn to live in accor- our own conscience and the free- PRAYER FOR HUMAN of human relations. We have Rev Canon David Jenkins, Reformation history at the ENVIRONSII NT WELCOME TO THE FAMILY dom to express our own con- dace with God's will, sought immediate good .4 the ex- who is currently director of opposed in court University of Nottingham. science, without hearing Paul ask pense of deeper and long-term "Humanum Studies" at the good. We have trampled on the To become a subscriber to the Australian Church Re- World Council of Churches in The Ceylon Daily News with a Diocesan Comic)! resit He will take up his appoint- the question, "Is my freedom to lution to proceed with a scheme ment in September and at St rights and aspirations of our fel- cord, just fill in the form below and mail it in with Geneva, will deliver the four reported on May 6 that a be, called in question by another low-humans. Moorhouse lectures on the of Church Union. John's College he will be work- Tony Molyneux to $4 or simply ask us to charge it. "resolution of the Council of man's conscience?" "For my Help us, 0 Spirit of God, to theme, "The Trinity — Possi- It is contended inter alia thud ing with Canon Michael Green the Colombo Diocese of the part," says Paul, "I always try to enjoy your creation without mis- I enclose $4 for annual subscription/Please charge it bilities of God and Man." the resolution was not lawfully who is principal. Church of England (now Mr Pollard is a graduate in meet everyone half way, regard. using it, to use this earth without ',cross out one) Canon Jenkins is the author of passed because the Diocesan Council was not duly con- both arts and divinity of Sydney ing not my own good but the Victorian CMS marring it, to stimulate our — several books, including "Guide known as the Church of stituted; that those who had nu University and was a Lucas- neighbours without stifling them, to the Debate about Gad" and Ceylon) to establish a United good of many so that they may Mr Tony Molyneux (30) youth work. right to vote did in fact von; Tooth Scholar at Christ Church, It is anticipated that the posi- to seek order and peace, but not To The Australian Church Record, Room 311, 160 "The Glory of Man." From 1955 Church as the Church of Sri Oxford where he graduated with be saved." Director of Camping in the at the expense of justice and Castlereagh Street, Sydney, NSW 2000, until 1969, when he took up his and that the right of other mem- tion will include working with Lanka has been challenged bers to speak was denied them. honours in theology. He has "Have we g:c so a peculiar twist Sydney Youth Department, groups from universities and right relations. present position with the World been precentor of St Andrew's That this world may be such NAME Council of Churches, Canon Jen- in the District Court of The plaintiffs contend that the to personal salvation which can has accepted an appoint- teachers' colleges and that in Cathedral, Sydney, lecturer and he criticised if it is an end in time the activities of the Church as you delight to look upon, as kins was Lecturer in Theology at Colombo." proposed new church would have librarian at Moore Oollege and ment as Youth Secretary for you did when light first dawned. itself, but now we talk about Missionary Society will become ADDRESS Oxford University. Some members of the Church beliefs, doctrines, forms of wor- since 1964 has lectured in eccle- the Church Missionary when man walked the earth Four lectures on the theme have filed the action in order to ship and other customs and prac- personal conscience which many mere involved in education. siastical history at Sydney Society in Victoria. Mr Molyneux has been with unashamed, and there was "Preaching the Word in Biblical restrain the Bishop of Colombo tices diametrically opposite to University. of us feel can never be criticised. harmony between God, man and POSTCODE He will take tip his sew posi- the Sydney diocese for four Categories" will be given by Pro- (the Rt. Rev. C. Abernaike) and those of the Church of England As Master of New College, he all created things. fessor George Knight, visiting others from acting in accord in Ceylon. "Salvation and conscience have tion on July 31. based in Mel- years as both a field worker in has pioneered new concepts in the inner city area and as Direc- We pray through Christ, your establishing an Anglican college to do with my brother and his bourne, and will he involved in Printed by Jahn Fairfax and Sons L d., Broadway, Sydney, for the publisher both children's and general tor of Camping. living Word to men. Amen. Page 12 Australian Church Record, June 1:15, 1972 The ChiRch Record Ltd., Sydney. With a strong Christian emphasis. judgments as well as mine."

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