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Title: National Council of Churches convention.
Description: NCC Founding -- Banners announce the names of founding churches as delegates meet for the constituting convention of the National Council of Churches in Cleveland, Ohio, Nov. 28-Dec. 1, 1950. The NCC has become increasingly close to the Catholic Church during its 25 year history.
Creator Name(s): National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. (creator)
Date Created: 1950
Name Subject(s): National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America.
Topical Subject(s): Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects: Cleveland (Ohio), North and Central America--United States--Ohio--Cleveland--Cuyahoga, Ohio, Cleveland.
Physical Location: ARCHIVES 03-0531b, Box 4; Presbyterian Historical Society, Philadelphia, PA
Related Item: National Council of the Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. Department of Communication Records, 1925-1997.--http://prestohost68.inmagic.com/Presto/content/Detail.aspx?ctID=Y2RiNWNkNzctNWJhOS00Zjk1LTk4ZTgtNDZmNGYyNGFhZGMx&rID=Mzk1Mw==
Identifier (local): ds543
(PID) Persistent Identifier: islandora:5043

Title: Formation of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America, Cleveland, Ohio, 1950.
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 Name(s): Kofod, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Date Created: 1950, November 28, 1950, November 28, 1950
Name Subject(s): 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.
Topical Subject(s): Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland., Auditoriums--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects: United States., Ohio, Cleveland., Cleveland (Ohio), North and Central America--United States--Ohio--Cuyahoga--Cleveland, Ohio, Cleveland.
Physical Location: ARCHIVES 14-0633; Presbyterian Historical Society, Philadelphia, PA
Related Item: National Council of the Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. records, 1925-2004.--https://prestohost68.inmagic.com/Presto/content/Detail.aspx?ctID=Y2RiNWNkNzctNWJhOS00Zjk1LTk4ZTgtNDZmNGYyNGFhZGMx&rID=OTg2Ng==
Identifier (local): ds7446
(PID) Persistent Identifier: islandora:353408

Title: Formation of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America, Cleveland, Ohio, 1950.
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 Name(s): Kofod, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Date Created: 1950, November 28, 1950, November 28, 1950
Name Subject(s): 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.
Topical Subject(s): Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland., Auditoriums--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects: United States., Ohio, Cleveland., Cleveland (Ohio), North and Central America--United States--Ohio--Cuyahoga--Cleveland, Ohio, Cleveland.
Physical Location: ARCHIVES 14-0633; Presbyterian Historical Society, Philadelphia, PA
Related Item: National Council of the Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. records, 1925-2004.--https://prestohost68.inmagic.com/Presto/content/Detail.aspx?ctID=Y2RiNWNkNzctNWJhOS00Zjk1LTk4ZTgtNDZmNGYyNGFhZGMx&rID=OTg2Ng==
Identifier (local): ds7445
(PID) Persistent Identifier: islandora:353407

Title: Formation of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America, Cleveland, Ohio, 1950.
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 Name(s): Kofod, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Date Created: 1950, November 28, 1950, November 28, 1950
Name Subject(s): 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.
Topical Subject(s): Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland., Auditoriums--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects: United States., Ohio, Cleveland., Cleveland (Ohio), North and Central America--United States--Ohio--Cuyahoga--Cleveland, Ohio, Cleveland.
Physical Location: ARCHIVES 14-0633; Presbyterian Historical Society, Philadelphia, PA
Related Item: National Council of the Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. records, 1925-2004.--https://prestohost68.inmagic.com/Presto/content/Detail.aspx?ctID=Y2RiNWNkNzctNWJhOS00Zjk1LTk4ZTgtNDZmNGYyNGFhZGMx&rID=OTg2Ng==
Identifier (local): ds7444
(PID) Persistent Identifier: islandora:353406

Title: Formation of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America, Cleveland, Ohio, 1950.
Description: Text transcribed from caption: Dr. Franklin C. Fry presiding over Act of Constituting the National Council- Listening to Delegations replying "We do!"
Creator Name(s): Kofod, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Date Created: 1950, November 29, 1950, November 29, 1950
Name Subject(s): 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.
Topical Subject(s): Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects: United States., Ohio, Cleveland., Cleveland (Ohio), North and Central America--United States--Ohio--Cuyahoga--Cleveland
Physical Location: ARCHIVES 14-0633; Presbyterian Historical Society, Philadelphia, PA
Related Item: National Council of the Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. records, 1925-2004.--https://prestohost68.inmagic.com/Presto/content/Detail.aspx?ctID=Y2RiNWNkNzctNWJhOS00Zjk1LTk4ZTgtNDZmNGYyNGFhZGMx&rID=OTg2Ng==
Identifier (local): ds7443
(PID) Persistent Identifier: islandora:353405

Title: Formation of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America, Cleveland, Ohio, 1950.
Description: Text transcribed from caption: Opening 1st session. Auditorium - stage. Simbols, the Cross, one altar gave the auditorium of a sanctuary.
Creator Name(s): Kofod, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Date Created: 1950, November 1950, November 1950
Name Subject(s): 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.
Topical Subject(s): Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland., Auditoriums--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects: United States., Ohio, Cleveland., Cleveland (Ohio), North and Central America--United States--Ohio--Cuyahoga--Cleveland, Ohio, Cleveland.
Physical Location: ARCHIVES 14-0633; Presbyterian Historical Society, Philadelphia, PA
Related Item: National Council of the Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. records, 1925-2004.--https://prestohost68.inmagic.com/Presto/content/Detail.aspx?ctID=Y2RiNWNkNzctNWJhOS00Zjk1LTk4ZTgtNDZmNGYyNGFhZGMx&rID=OTg2Ng==
Identifier (local): ds7442
(PID) Persistent Identifier: islandora:353404

Title: Formation of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America, Cleveland, Ohio, 1950.
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 Name(s): Kofod, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Date Created: 1950, November 1950, November 1950
Name Subject(s): 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.
Topical Subject(s): Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects: United States., Ohio, Cleveland., Cleveland (Ohio), North and Central America--United States--Ohio--Cuyahoga--Cleveland
Physical Location: ARCHIVES 14-0633; Presbyterian Historical Society, Philadelphia, PA
Related Item: National Council of the Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. records, 1925-2004.--https://prestohost68.inmagic.com/Presto/content/Detail.aspx?ctID=Y2RiNWNkNzctNWJhOS00Zjk1LTk4ZTgtNDZmNGYyNGFhZGMx&rID=OTg2Ng==
Identifier (local): ds7441
(PID) Persistent Identifier: islandora:353403

Title: Formation of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America, Cleveland, Ohio, 1950.
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 Name(s): Kofod, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Date Created: 1950, November 1950, November 1950
Name Subject(s): 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.
Topical Subject(s): Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects: United States., Ohio, Cleveland., Cleveland (Ohio), North and Central America--United States--Ohio--Cuyahoga--Cleveland
Physical Location: ARCHIVES 14-0633; Presbyterian Historical Society, Philadelphia, PA
Related Item: National Council of the Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. records, 1925-2004.--https://prestohost68.inmagic.com/Presto/content/Detail.aspx?ctID=Y2RiNWNkNzctNWJhOS00Zjk1LTk4ZTgtNDZmNGYyNGFhZGMx&rID=OTg2Ng==
Identifier (local): ds7440
(PID) Persistent Identifier: islandora:353402

Title: Formation of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America, Cleveland, Ohio, 1950.
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 Name(s): Kofold, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Date Created: 1950, November 28, 1950, November 28, 1950
Name Subject(s): 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.
Topical Subject(s): Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland., Snow--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects: United States., Ohio, Cleveland., Ohio, Cleveland., Cleveland (Ohio), North and Central America--United States--Ohio--Cuyahoga--Cleveland
Physical Location: ARCHIVES 14-0633; Presbyterian Historical Society, Philadelphia, PA
Related Item: National Council of the Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. records, 1925-2004.--https://prestohost68.inmagic.com/Presto/content/Detail.aspx?ctID=Y2RiNWNkNzctNWJhOS00Zjk1LTk4ZTgtNDZmNGYyNGFhZGMx&rID=OTg2Ng==, National Council of the Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. records, 1925-2004.--https://prestohost68.inmagic.com/Presto/content/Detail.aspx?ctID=Y2RiNWNkNzctNWJhOS00Zjk1LTk4ZTgtNDZmNGYyNGFhZGMx&rID=OTg2Ng==
Identifier (local): ds7437
(PID) Persistent Identifier: islandora:353397

Title: Formation of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America, Cleveland, Ohio, 1950.
Description: Text transcribed from caption: Newly elected Officers of Council.
Creator Name(s): Kofod, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Date Created: 1950, November 1950, November 1950
Name Subject(s): 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.
Topical Subject(s): Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects: United States., Ohio, Cleveland., Cleveland (Ohio), North and Central America--United States--Ohio--Cuyahoga--Cleveland
Physical Location: ARCHIVES 14-0633; Presbyterian Historical Society, Philadelphia, PA
Related Item: National Council of the Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. records, 1925-2004.--https://prestohost68.inmagic.com/Presto/content/Detail.aspx?ctID=Y2RiNWNkNzctNWJhOS00Zjk1LTk4ZTgtNDZmNGYyNGFhZGMx&rID=OTg2Ng==
Identifier (local): ds7439
(PID) Persistent Identifier: islandora:353401

Title: Formation of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America, Cleveland, Ohio, 1950.
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 Name(s): Kofold, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Date Created: 1950, November 28, 1950, November 28, 1950
Name Subject(s): 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.
Topical Subject(s): Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland., Snow--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects: United States., Ohio, Cleveland., Ohio, Cleveland., Cleveland (Ohio), North and Central America--United States--Ohio--Cuyahoga--Cleveland
Physical Location: ARCHIVES 14-0633; Presbyterian Historical Society, Philadelphia, PA
Related Item: National Council of the Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. records, 1925-2004.--https://prestohost68.inmagic.com/Presto/content/Detail.aspx?ctID=Y2RiNWNkNzctNWJhOS00Zjk1LTk4ZTgtNDZmNGYyNGFhZGMx&rID=OTg2Ng==, National Council of the Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. records, 1925-2004.--https://prestohost68.inmagic.com/Presto/content/Detail.aspx?ctID=Y2RiNWNkNzctNWJhOS00Zjk1LTk4ZTgtNDZmNGYyNGFhZGMx&rID=OTg2Ng==
Identifier (local): ds7438
(PID) Persistent Identifier: islandora:353399

Title: Formation of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America, Cleveland, Ohio, 1950.
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 Name(s): Kofod, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Date Created: 1950, November 1950, November 1950
Name Subject(s): 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.
Topical Subject(s): Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects: United States., Ohio, Cleveland., Cleveland (Ohio), North and Central America--United States--Ohio--Cuyahoga--Cleveland
Physical Location: ARCHIVES 14-0633; Presbyterian Historical Society, Philadelphia, PA
Related Item: National Council of the Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. records, 1925-2004.--https://prestohost68.inmagic.com/Presto/content/Detail.aspx?ctID=Y2RiNWNkNzctNWJhOS00Zjk1LTk4ZTgtNDZmNGYyNGFhZGMx&rID=OTg2Ng==
Identifier (local): ds7439
(PID) Persistent Identifier: islandora:353414

Title: Formation of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America, Cleveland, Ohio, 1950.
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 Name(s): Kofod, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Date Created: 1950, November 1950, November 1950
Name Subject(s): 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.
Topical Subject(s): Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects: United States., Ohio, Cleveland., Cleveland (Ohio), North and Central America--United States--Ohio--Cuyahoga--Cleveland
Physical Location: ARCHIVES 14-0633; Presbyterian Historical Society, Philadelphia, PA
Related Item: National Council of the Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. records, 1925-2004.--https://prestohost68.inmagic.com/Presto/content/Detail.aspx?ctID=Y2RiNWNkNzctNWJhOS00Zjk1LTk4ZTgtNDZmNGYyNGFhZGMx&rID=OTg2Ng==
Identifier (local): ds7439
(PID) Persistent Identifier: islandora:353413

Title: Formation of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America, Cleveland, Ohio, 1950.
Description: Text transcribed from caption: It was heartening to see youth delegates participating in all sessions.
Creator Name(s): Kofod, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Date Created: 1950, November 1950, November 1950
Name Subject(s): 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.
Topical Subject(s): Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland., Christian youth--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects: United States., Ohio, Cleveland., Cleveland (Ohio), North and Central America--United States--Ohio--Cuyahoga--Cleveland, Ohio, Cleveland.
Physical Location: ARCHIVES 14-0633; Presbyterian Historical Society, Philadelphia, PA
Related Item: National Council of the Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. records, 1925-2004.--https://prestohost68.inmagic.com/Presto/content/Detail.aspx?ctID=Y2RiNWNkNzctNWJhOS00Zjk1LTk4ZTgtNDZmNGYyNGFhZGMx&rID=OTg2Ng==
Identifier (local): ds7439
(PID) Persistent Identifier: islandora:353412

Title: Formation of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America, Cleveland, Ohio, 1950.
Description: Text transcribed from caption: Music and song played an important role at all sessions. Led by ROSA PAGE WELCH of Chicago (Mrs.)
Creator Name(s): Kofod, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Date Created: 1950, November 1950, November 1950
Name Subject(s): 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.
Topical Subject(s): Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland., Singers--Illinois--Chicago., African American women singers--Illinois--Chicago.
Geographic subjects: United States., Ohio, Cleveland., Cleveland (Ohio), North and Central America--United States--Ohio--Cuyahoga--Cleveland, Illinois, Chicago., Illinois, Chicago.
Physical Location: ARCHIVES 14-0633; Presbyterian Historical Society, Philadelphia, PA
Related Item: National Council of the Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. records, 1925-2004.--https://prestohost68.inmagic.com/Presto/content/Detail.aspx?ctID=Y2RiNWNkNzctNWJhOS00Zjk1LTk4ZTgtNDZmNGYyNGFhZGMx&rID=OTg2Ng==
Identifier (local): ds7439
(PID) Persistent Identifier: islandora:353411

Title: Formation of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America, Cleveland, Ohio, 1950.
Description: Text transcribed from caption: Delegations meet to discuss the agenda and constitution. Women play a prominent role.
Creator Name(s): Kofod, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Date Created: 1950, November 1950, November 1950
Name Subject(s): 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.
Topical Subject(s): Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland., Christian women--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects: United States., Ohio, Cleveland., Cleveland (Ohio), North and Central America--United States--Ohio--Cuyahoga--Cleveland, Ohio, Cleveland.
Physical Location: ARCHIVES 14-0633; Presbyterian Historical Society, Philadelphia, PA
Related Item: National Council of the Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. records, 1925-2004.--https://prestohost68.inmagic.com/Presto/content/Detail.aspx?ctID=Y2RiNWNkNzctNWJhOS00Zjk1LTk4ZTgtNDZmNGYyNGFhZGMx&rID=OTg2Ng==
Identifier (local): ds7439
(PID) Persistent Identifier: islandora:353884

Title: Formation of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America, Cleveland, Ohio, 1950.
Description: Text transcribed from caption: Bishop G. Oxnam + Greek Orthodox priest reaches to do their part.
Creator Name(s): Kofod, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Date Created: 1950, November 1950, November 1950
Name Subject(s): 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.
Topical Subject(s): Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland., Bishops--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects: United States., Ohio, Cleveland., Cleveland (Ohio), North and Central America--United States--Ohio--Cuyahoga--Cleveland, Ohio, Cleveland.
Physical Location: ARCHIVES 14-0633; Presbyterian Historical Society, Philadelphia, PA
Related Item: National Council of the Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. records, 1925-2004.--https://prestohost68.inmagic.com/Presto/content/Detail.aspx?ctID=Y2RiNWNkNzctNWJhOS00Zjk1LTk4ZTgtNDZmNGYyNGFhZGMx&rID=OTg2Ng==
Identifier (local): ds7439
(PID) Persistent Identifier: islandora:353883

Title: Formation of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America, Cleveland, Ohio, 1950.
Description: Text transcribed from caption: Turning over gavels to nearby elected leaders.
Creator Name(s): Kofod, Leon V., 1899-1990. (photographer)
Date Created: 1950, November 1950, November 1950
Name Subject(s): 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.
Topical Subject(s): Interdenominational cooperation--United States., Congresses and conventions--Ohio--Cleveland.
Geographic subjects: United States., Ohio, Cleveland., Cleveland (Ohio), North and Central America--United States--Ohio--Cuyahoga--Cleveland
Physical Location: ARCHIVES 14-0633; Presbyterian Historical Society, Philadelphia, PA
Related Item: National Council of the Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. records, 1925-2004.--https://prestohost68.inmagic.com/Presto/content/Detail.aspx?ctID=Y2RiNWNkNzctNWJhOS00Zjk1LTk4ZTgtNDZmNGYyNGFhZGMx&rID=OTg2Ng==
Identifier (local): ds7439
(PID) Persistent Identifier: islandora:353882

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