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Text transcribed from caption: Delegations meet to discuss the agenda and constitution. Women play a prominent role.
Creator:
Kofod, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Subject names:
National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America--Archives., National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America.
Topics:
Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland., Christian women--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects:
Cleveland (Ohio)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:353884
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: Bishop G. Oxnam + Greek Orthodox priest reaches to do their part.
Creator:
Kofod, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Subject names:
National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America--Archives., National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America., Oxnam, G. Bromley (Garfield Bromley), 1891-1963.
Topics:
Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland., Bishops--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects:
Cleveland (Ohio)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:353883
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: Turning over gavels to nearby elected leaders.
Creator:
Kofod, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Subject names:
National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America--Archives., National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America.
Topics:
Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects:
Cleveland (Ohio)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:353882
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: Many arrived early for the opening session, deeply grateful that they were able to outwit the snowstorm that seemed bent on defeating the event.
Creator:
Kofod, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Subject names:
National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America--Archives., National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America.
Topics:
Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects:
Cleveland (Ohio)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:353414
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: After registration and getting settled, delegates visited exhibits. Delegates were inspired by challenging posters and educational displays in the convention halls and rooms.
Creator:
Kofod, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Subject names:
National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America--Archives., National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America.
Topics:
Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects:
Cleveland (Ohio)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:353413
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: It was heartening to see youth delegates participating in all sessions.
Creator:
Kofod, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Subject names:
National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America--Archives., National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America.
Topics:
Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland., Christian youth--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects:
Cleveland (Ohio)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:353412
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: Music and song played an important role at all sessions. Led by ROSA PAGE WELCH of Chicago (Mrs.)
Creator:
Kofod, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Subject names:
National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America--Archives., National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America., Welch, Rosa Page, 1900-1994.
Topics:
Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland., Singers--Illinois--Chicago., African American women singers--Illinois--Chicago.
Geographic subjects:
Cleveland (Ohio)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:353411
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: Opening session. Story of the Birth of the National Council of Churches. The colorful international and inspirational atmosphere of the Assembly Hall decorations awakened high hopes and deep joy.
Creator:
Kofod, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Subject names:
National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America--Archives., National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America.
Topics:
Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland., Auditoriums--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects:
Cleveland (Ohio)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:353408
Description:
Opening session of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Sign in the auditorium reads, "This Nation Under God".
Creator:
Kofod, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Subject names:
National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America--Archives., National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America.
Topics:
Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland., Auditoriums--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects:
Cleveland (Ohio)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:353407
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: The scene that symbolizes the historic event. The opening session in the proved a memorable event of inspiration and dedication. Auditorium symbols awaken importance of gathering.
Creator:
Kofod, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Subject names:
National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America--Archives., National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America.
Topics:
Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland., Auditoriums--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects:
Cleveland (Ohio)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:353406
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: Dr. Franklin C. Fry presiding over Act of Constituting the National Council- Listening to Delegations replying "We do!"
Creator:
Kofod, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Subject names:
National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America--Archives., National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America., Fry, Franklin Clark, 1900-1968.
Topics:
Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects:
Cleveland (Ohio)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:353405
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: Opening 1st session. Auditorium - stage. Simbols, the Cross, one altar gave the auditorium of a sanctuary.
Creator:
Kofod, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Subject names:
National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America--Archives., National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America.
Topics:
Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland., Auditoriums--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects:
Cleveland (Ohio)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:353404
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: The welcome and the events that followed made everyone forget the weather. The "Welcome" signs and warm treatment in Celeveland made up for bad weather. The "Welcome" has special meaning.
Creator:
Kofod, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Subject names:
National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America--Archives., National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America.
Topics:
Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects:
Cleveland (Ohio)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:353403
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: Dr. Ralph W. Sockman gave keynote address. Message: THIS NATION UNDER GOD. His message was a personal challenge to followers of Christ. (See Constituting Convention Book for Session)
Creator:
Kofod, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Subject names:
National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America--Archives., National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America., Sockman, Ralph W. (Ralph Washington), 1889-1970.
Topics:
Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects:
Cleveland (Ohio)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:353402
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: Newly elected Officers of Council.
Creator:
Kofod, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Subject names:
National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America--Archives., National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America.
Topics:
Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects:
Cleveland (Ohio)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:353401
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: A wonderful place for such a conference. Cleveland's famous auditorium where sessions were held for the most representative Protestant body ever gathered in USA up to this date.
Creator:
Kofold, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Subject names:
National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America--Archives., National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America.
Topics:
Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland., Snow--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects:
Cleveland (Ohio)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:353399
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: Life in Cleveland was slowed down- People warned not to drive- to stay home- Not the warm, lovely city delegates expected.
Creator:
Kofold, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Subject names:
National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America--Archives., National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America.
Topics:
Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland., Snow--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects:
Cleveland (Ohio)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:353397
Description:
Includes minutes and reports of the committee.
Creator:
National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Division of Overseas Ministries. Asia Department. (creator)
Subject names:
National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Division of Overseas Ministries--Archives.
Topics:
Missions--Interdenominational cooperation., Missions--Korea (South)
Geographic subjects:
Korea (South)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:352325
Description:
Includes minutes and correspondence of the Okinawa Interboard Committee for Christian Work in Japan.
Creator:
Interboard Committee for Christian Work in Japan. (creator)
Subject names:
National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Division of Overseas Ministries--Archives., Interboard Committee for Christian Work in Japan.
Topics:
Missions--Interdenominational cooperation., Missions--Japan--Okinawa Island.
Geographic subjects:
Okinawa Island (Japan)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:352094
Description:
Includes newsletters by the National Christian Council in Japan.
Creator:
Nihon Kirisutokyō Kyōgikai. (publisher)
Subject names:
National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Division of Overseas Ministries--Archives., Nihon Kirisutokyō Kyōgikai.
Topics:
Missions--Interdenominational cooperation., Missions--Japan.
Geographic subjects:
Japan.
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:351502

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