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Description: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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Title: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
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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