Religious News Service Photographs

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Conceived by journalist Louis Minsky (1909-1957), Religious News Service (RNS) was established in 1934 as an affiliated but independently managed agency of the National Conference of Jews and Christians (later the National Conference of Christians and Jews), and was dedicated to providing authoritative and bias-free news about religion and ethics to both the secular and religious press. This collection contains photographs documenting Protestant, Catholic, Orthodox, and Jewish groups. Coverage of Protestants (especially mainline Protestants) and Catholics constitutes the bulk of the images. View the collection guide to learn more. Digitization of some of the images in this collection made possible by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities. Featured image: Father James Groppi, the civil rights activist priest from Milwaukee, and militant leader Rennie Davis are taken into custody during an anti war demonstration a block from the White House.

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Title:
Palm Sunday.
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: MR1014439-WATCH YOUR CREDIT-INTERNATIONAL NEWS PHOTOS SLUG(STREMME-BIRD) PALM SUNDAY--- NEW YORK….Two-year-old Lauri Stremme is greeted by a feathered friend in front of St. Patrick’s Cathedral where he received his palms held in one hand with the bird perched in the other. Lauri’s father is in the Navy somewhere in the Pacific. (V-3-25-45)
Creator:
International News Photos (New York, N.Y.) (publisher)
Subject names:
Religious News Service--Archives., St. Patrick’s Cathedral (New York, N.Y.), Stremme, Lauri.
Topics:
Holy Week--New York (State)--New York., Palm Sunday--New York (State)--New York., Palms--Religious aspects., Children--New York (State)--New York., Pigeons--New York (State)--New York.
Geographic subjects:
Manhattan (New York, N.Y.)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:359067
Title:
Rev. Emory McKee.
Description:
Text transcribed from notation on envelope: 2008 Rev. Emory McKee St. George’s Episcopal Church
Creator:
Haller, Ben (photographer)
Subject names:
Religious News Service--Archives., Episcopal Church--Clergy., McKee, Elmore McNeill, 1896-
Topics:
Clergy--New York (State)--New York.
Geographic subjects:
Manhattan (New York, N.Y.)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:358699
Title:
A day in the life of a rabbi.
Description:
Rabbi de Sola Pool with wedding.
Creator:
Haller, Ben, 1919- (photographer)
Subject names:
Religious News Service--Archives., Congregation Shearith Israel (New York, N.Y.), Pool, David de Sola, 1885-1970.
Topics:
Rabbis--New York (State)--New York., Rabbis--Office., Orthodox Judaism--New York (State)--New York., Weddings--New York (State)--New York., Marriage service--New York (State)--New York., Marriage service (Judaism), Jewish marriage customs and rites--New York (State)--New York., Marriage celebrants--New York (State)--New York.
Geographic subjects:
Manhattan (New York, N.Y.)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:358649
Title:
A day in the life of a rabbi.
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A RABBI #1825 Rabbi David de Sola Pool of Shearith Israel Congregation in New York, talks over community problems with members of his synagogue. In most Jewish centers, it is customary for the rabbi to meet regularly with representatives of his congregation. The rabbi also attends other types of gatherings in which community leaders and others meet for informal exchanges of views on matters of especial interest to the Jewish community. Women often make up a majority of the attendance at these meetings. (No. 8 of a series) Credit Must Read: RELIGIOUS NEWS SERVICE PHOTO (BH-NY-TFD-3-B-6-R-J)
Creator:
Haller, Ben (photographer)
Subject names:
Religious News Service--Archives., Congregation Shearith Israel (New York, N.Y.), Pool, David de Sola, 1885-1970.
Topics:
Rabbis--New York (State)--New York., Rabbis--Office., Orthodox Judaism--New York (State)--New York., Women in Judaism--New York (State)--New York.
Geographic subjects:
Manhattan (New York, N.Y.)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:358648
Title:
A day in the life of a rabbi.
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A RABBI #1824 Among the post-war responsibilities of the synagogue is the reception - and care, if necessary - of discharged Jewish veterans. Rabbi David de Sola Pool of Shearith Israel Congregation in New York is shown greeting a soldier newly back from service in the China-Burma-India theater. Some Jewish servicemen have shown a desire to study for the rabbinate, and others have displayed greater interest in religion, as a result of their experiences overseas. Shearith Israel gave 163 young men to the army, navy and other services, as indicated by its service flag. Three were killed in active service. (No. 7 of a series) Credit Must Read: RELIGIOUS NEWS SERVICE PHOTO (BH-NY-TFD-3-B-6-R-J)
Creator:
Haller, Ben (photographer)
Subject names:
Religious News Service--Archives., Congregation Shearith Israel (New York, N.Y.), Pool, David de Sola, 1885-1970.
Topics:
Rabbis--New York (State)--New York., Rabbis--Office., Orthodox Judaism--New York (State)--New York., World War, 1939-1945--Veterans--New York (State)--New York., Jewish veterans--New York (State)--New York., Veterans--New York (State)--New York., World War, 1939-1945--Participation, Jewish.
Geographic subjects:
Manhattan (New York, N.Y.)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:358647
Title:
A day in the life of a rabbi.
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A RABBI #1823 Teaching Jewish ceremonies and customs is part of the regular curriculum of religious schools conducted by rabbis. Training of youth in moral principles is one of the most important duties of the rabbi. Rabbi David de Sola Pool, of Shearith Israel Congregation, New York, is shown facing a responsive audience as he expounds on teachings of the sacred Torah. The Hebrew inscription on the blackboard reads; “Say Little and Do Much” - a Talmudic injunction. Religious schools are held four times a week and on Sundays, and pupils range in age from 6 to 16. On his 13th birthday, a Jewish boy becomes a “Bar Mitzvah” (a son of the commandment), which binds him to perform the precepts of his religion. (No. 5 of a series) Credit Must Read: RELIGIOUS NEWS SERVICE PHOTO (BH-NY-TFD-3-B-6-R-J)
Creator:
Haller, Ben (photographer)
Subject names:
Religious News Service--Archives., Congregation Shearith Israel (New York, N.Y.), Pool, David de Sola, 1885-1970.
Topics:
Rabbis--New York (State)--New York., Rabbis--Office., Orthodox Judaism--New York (State)--New York., Religious education--New York (State)--New York., Jewish religious education--New York (State)--New York., Jewish religious schools--New York (State)--New York., Talmud Torah (Judaism), Religious education of children--New York (State)--New York.
Geographic subjects:
Manhattan (New York, N.Y.)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:358646
Title:
A day in the life of a rabbi.
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A RABBI #1803 Answering correspondence, arranging schedules, receiving callers take up much of the rabbi’s morning hours. In this photo, Dr. David de Sola Pool, of Shearith Israel Synagogue, New York, is shown using an ediphone as he catches up with his mail, which ranges from 30 to 60 letters a day. In addition to his regular duties in the synagogue, the rabbi is often invited to serve on community committees and to lend his active support to educational and philanthropic enterprises. (No. 4 of a series) Credit Must Read: RELIGIOUS NEWS SERVICE PHOTO (BH-NY-TFD-3-B-6-R-J)
Creator:
Haller, Ben (photographer)
Subject names:
Religious News Service--Archives., Congregation Shearith Israel (New York, N.Y.), Pool, David de Sola, 1885-1970.
Topics:
Rabbis--New York (State)--New York., Rabbis--Office., Orthodox Judaism--New York (State)--New York., Dictating machines--New York (State)--New York., Dictation (Office practice)
Geographic subjects:
Manhattan (New York, N.Y.)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:358640
Title:
A day in the life of a rabbi.
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A RABBI #1802 A break in the day’s round of duties. Here Dr. David de Sola Pool, Rabbi of Shearith Israel, New York’s oldest Jewish congregation, relaxes over a cup of tea with Mrs. Pool after a busy morning. In addition to holding three synagogue services daily, visiting sick members of his community, teaching in the religious school, preparing sermons and handling correspondence, the rabbi must also find time for community activities of varied kinds. Often working seven days a week, from early morning until late at night, he welcomes the odd moments when he can recuperate his energy and strength. (No. 9 and last of series) Credit Must Read: RELIGIOUS NEWS SERVICE PHOTO (BH-NY-TFD-3-B-6-R-J)
Creator:
Haller, Ben (photographer)
Subject names:
Religious News Service--Archives., Congregation Shearith Israel (New York, N.Y.), Pool, David de Sola, 1885-1970., Pool, Tamar de Sola, 1893-1981.
Topics:
Rabbis--New York (State)--New York., Rabbis--Office., Orthodox Judaism--New York (State)--New York., Rabbis' spouses--New York (State)--New York.
Geographic subjects:
Manhattan (New York, N.Y.)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:358639
Title:
A day in the life of a rabbi.
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A RABBI #1801 In some 4,000 synagogues and meeting places American Jews maintain the traditions and practices of their ancient faith. Shown here is Dr. David de Sola Pool, rabbi of Congregation Shearith Israel in New York, as he preaches at Sabbath services. Overhead hangs the Perpetual Lamp found in all synagogues, while behind the pulpit (“bema”) stand the carved doors of the Ark where the sacred scrolls of the Law - most precious possession of every Jewish temple - are preserved. The scrolls are taken out at intervals to be read aloud. (No. 2 of a series) Credit Must Read: RELIGIOUS NEWS SERVICE PHOTO (BH-NY-TFD-3-B-6-R-J)
Creator:
Haller, Ben (photographer)
Subject names:
Religious News Service--Archives., Congregation Shearith Israel (New York, N.Y.), Pool, David de Sola, 1885-1970.
Topics:
Rabbis--New York (State)--New York., Synagogues--New York (State)--New York., Synagogue architecture--New York (State)--New York., Bemas (Architecture)--New York (State)--New York., Orthodox Judaism--New York (State)--New York., Rabbis--Office.
Geographic subjects:
Manhattan (New York, N.Y.)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:358638
Title:
A day in the life of a rabbi.
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A RABBI #1800 Seated in his study, Dr. David de Sola Pool, rabbi of Congregation Shearith Israel in New York City, devotes part of his day to reading the ancient Hebrew Talmud, which Jews rank next to the Bible in importance. Study of the Talmud, compendium of Jewish law and teaching, is considered by Orthodox to be the most important duty in Judaism, because it leads to proper living and action. The rabbi is primarily a scholar and teacher rather than a minister and his main duty is to guide and instruct. Dr. Pool wears a ring which bears the crest of the Sola family of Portugal, which dates back to the ninth century, and of which he is a descendant. (No. 3 of a series) Credit Must Read: RELIGIOUS NEWS SERVICE PHOTO (BH-NY-TFD-3-B-6-R-J)
Creator:
Haller, Ben (photographer)
Subject names:
Religious News Service--Archives., Congregation Shearith Israel (New York, N.Y.), Pool, David de Sola, 1885-1970.
Topics:
Rabbis--New York (State)--New York., Talmud torah (Judaism), Jewish learning and scholarship--New York (State)--New York., Rabbis--Office., Orthodox Judaism--New York (State)--New York.
Geographic subjects:
Manhattan (New York, N.Y.)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:358637
Title:
A day in the life of a rabbi.
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A RABBI #1799 Once occupying a rented building on what is now South William Street, New York, the Shearith Israel (Remnant of Israel) Synagogue is an imposing structure of mixed classical architecture located on Central Park West. Dr. David de Sola Pool conducts services every morning and evening, and on the Sabbath he holds three services. Shearith Israel is an Orthodox synagogue, representing the most numerous branch of Jewry. Other Jewish groups are the conservative and reform, which differ in certain beliefs and practices, but preserve the essential features of Judaism. Congregation Shearith Israel, frequently referred to as the Spanish and Portuguese Synagogue, dates back to 1655 and is the oldest Jewish congregation in North America. (No.1 of a series Credit Must Read: RELIGIOUS NEWS SERVICE PHOTO (BH-NY-TFD-3-B-6-R-J)
Creator:
Haller, Ben (photographer)
Subject names:
Religious News Service--Archives., Congregation Shearith Israel (New York, N.Y.), Congregation Shearith Israel (New York, N.Y.)--Buildings.
Topics:
Synagogues--New York (State)--New York., Synagogue architecture--New York (State)--New York., Orthodox Judaism--New York (State)--New York.
Geographic subjects:
Manhattan (New York, N.Y.), Manhattan (New York, N.Y.)--Buildings, structures, etc.
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:358636
Title:
Honorably retired.
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: HONORABLY RETIRED #1787 NEW YORK -- Almost a tradition in itself is this old bell standing outside the rectory of St. George’s Protestant Episcopal church here. Made in England, it cost 250 pounds sterling and was presented to the church by Thomas H. Smith in 1818. For many years it hung in the old church in Beekman Street and afterward in the chapel at 14th Street. In 1905 it was removed to its present site after it was reported that it had been cracked by improper ringing. Once asked by the city Fire Department if the bell could be rung in case of fire, the vestry called attention to a by-law of the church directing the sexton “to have the bell rung at all alarms of fire.” Shown inspecting the bell is the rector of St. George’s, the Rev. Elmore M. McKee. Credit Must Read: RELIGIOUS NEWS SERVICE PHOTO (BH-NY-MES-3C-6-O-A-E)
Creator:
Haller, Ben, 1919- (photographer)
Subject names:
Religious News Service--Archives., St. George's Episcopal Church (New York, N.Y.), Episcopal Church--Clergy., McKee, Elmore McNeill, 1896-
Topics:
Clergy--New York (State)--New York., Church bells--New York (State)--New York.
Geographic subjects:
Manhattan (New York, N.Y.)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:358625
Title:
U.S. gives $500,000 for refugees in Greece.
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: P-29881 U.S. GIVES $500,000 FOR REFUGEES IN GREECE NEW YORK -- With Archbishop Iakovos, head of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of North and South America, looking on, Adlai E. Stevenson, American ambassador to the U.N. presents a $500,000 check for the resettlement of refugees in Greece. Shown at the presentation are, from left: John Plumides, president of the American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association; Philippe de Seynes, head of the United Nations’ Department of Economic and Social Affair, who accepted the check for the U.N. High Commissioner for Refugees; Alexander Matsas, Greek ambassador to the U.S.; Mr. Stevenson; and Archbishop Iakovos. Mr. Stevenson cited aid to refugees as a “moral lesson for all the world.” Credit Must Read: RELIGIOUS NEWS SERVICE PHOTO (U-9B-63-NAB)
Creator:
United Press International. (publisher)
Subject names:
Religious News Service--Archives., Iakovos, Archbishop of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of North and South America., Orthodoxos Ekklēsia tēs Hellados--Bishops., Stevenson, Adlai E. (Adlai Ewing), 1900-1965., Seynes, Philippe de., Plumides, John., AHEPA (Organization), Matsas, Alexandros.
Topics:
Bishops--New York (State)--New York., Church work with refugees--Greece., International relief., Ambassadors--United States., Ambassadors--Greece.
Geographic subjects:
Manhattan (New York, N.Y.), Greece.
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:358103
Title:
Presents check.
Creator:
United Press International. (author)
Subject names:
Religious News Service--Archives., Iakovos, Archbishop of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of North and South America., Orthodoxos Ekklēsia tēs Hellados--Bishops., Stevenson, Adlai E. (Adlai Ewing), 1900-1965., Seynes, Philippe de., Plumides, John., AHEPA (Organization), Matsas, Alexandros.
Topics:
Bishops--New York (State)--New York., Church work with refugees--Greece., International relief., Ambassadors--United States., Communist countries., Ambassadors--Greece.
Geographic subjects:
Manhattan (New York, N.Y.), Greece.
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:357876
Title:
Former Archdeacon of Syria and Lebanon on Trinity Church staff.
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: FORMER ARCHDEACON OF SYRIA AND LEBANON ON TRINITY CHURCH STAFF #1660 NEW YORK -- Canon Charles T. Bridgeman, a veteran of 20 years service in the Near East, has joined the staff of Trinity Protestant Episcopal Church here. Canon Bridgeman, a native of New York, was Archdeacon of Syria and Lebanon of the Church of England and Honorary Canon of St. George’s Cathedral in Jerusalem. He taught at the Theological Seminary of the Armenian Patriarchate in Jerusalem and was American educational chaplain, representing the Episcopal Church. He was instrumental in the establishment of many church schools throughout Syria and Trans-Jordan. Credit Must Read: RELIGIOUS NEWS SERVICE PHOTO (BH-NY-MES-2A-6-E-A)
Subject names:
Religious News Service--Archives., Bridgeman, Charles Thorley, 1893-1967., Episcopal Church--Clergy., Episcopal Church--Missions--Middle East.
Topics:
Clergy--New York (State)--New York., Returned missionaries--Middle East.
Geographic subjects:
Manhattan (New York, N.Y.)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:357390
Title:
Former Archdeacon of Syria and Lebanon on Trinity Church staff.
Description:
Text transcribed from caption: FORMER ARCHDEACON OF SYRIA AND LEBANON ON TRINITY CHURCH STAFF #1660 NEW YORK -- Canon Charles T. Bridgeman, a veteran of 20 years service in the Near East, has joined the staff of Trinity Protestant Episcopal Church here. Canon Bridgeman, a native of New York, was Archdeacon of Syria and Lebanon of the Church of England and Honorary Canon of St. George’s Cathedral in Jerusalem. He taught at the Theological Seminary of the Armenian Patriarchate in Jerusalem and was American educational chaplain, representing the Episcopal Church. He was instrumental in the establishment of many church schools throughout Syria and Trans-Jordan. Credit Must Read: RELIGIOUS NEWS SERVICE PHOTO (BH-NY-MES-2A-6-E-A)
Subject names:
Religious News Service--Archives., Bridgeman, Charles Thorley, 1893-1967., Episcopal Church--Clergy., Episcopal Church--Missions--Middle East.
Topics:
Clergy--New York (State)--New York., Returned missionaries--Middle East.
Geographic subjects:
Manhattan (New York, N.Y.)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:357389
Title:
Speakers table.
Subject names:
Religious News Service--Archives., Jones, E. Stanley (Eli Stanley), 1884-1973., Methodist Church (U.S.)--Missions--India.
Topics:
Missionaries--India., Missions--India.
Geographic subjects:
Manhattan (New York, N.Y.)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:357314
Title:
Dinner to E. Stanley Jones.
Description:
Text transcribed from notations on envelope: E. Stanley Jones Farewell Dinner Before Leaving For India. Dinner To E. Stanley Jones Ratner
Subject names:
Religious News Service--Archives., Jones, E. Stanley (Eli Stanley), 1884-1973., Methodist Church (U.S.)--Missions--India.
Topics:
Missionaries--India., Missions--India.
Geographic subjects:
Manhattan (New York, N.Y.)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:357306
Title:
Dinner to E. Stanley Jones.
Description:
Text transcribed from notations on envelope: E. Stanley Jones Farewell Dinner Before Leaving For India. Dinner To E. Stanley Jones Ratner
Subject names:
Religious News Service--Archives., Jones, E. Stanley (Eli Stanley), 1884-1973., Methodist Church (U.S.)--Missions--India.
Topics:
Missionaries--India., Missions--India.
Geographic subjects:
Manhattan (New York, N.Y.)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:357305
Title:
Dinner to E. Stanley Jones.
Description:
Text transcribed from notations on envelope: E. Stanley Jones Farewell Dinner Before Leaving For India. Dinner To E. Stanley Jones Ratner
Subject names:
Religious News Service--Archives., Jones, E. Stanley (Eli Stanley), 1884-1973., Methodist Church (U.S.)--Missions--India.
Topics:
Missionaries--India., Missions--India.
Geographic subjects:
Manhattan (New York, N.Y.)
URL:
https://digital.history.pcusa.org/islandora/object/islandora:357304

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