READERS' EXCHANGE

 

Alexander Campbell puts true piety in the soul’s adoration of God, not in words or ceremonies. A man in the 16th century said almost the same thing with regard to the Romish Church and its ceremonies. He was put in prison, later recanted, sentenced to life, and died in 1695. —Darrell Bolin, Lock Haven, Pa.

Since I left the Roman Church I have had a “catholic” bias in theology. I am impressed with the truth and beauty of primitive catholic belief, witness and worship as reflected in second century Christianity. When I speak of restoration, it is the apostolic power and unity of this early stage of church that I have in mind. I love religious music, especially early chants, plainsong, antiphony, and some of the later polyphonic choir music. —Phillip Kight, 76th Army Band, APO New York 09227

Please keep on with the “Word Abused” series. This is one of the biggest problems for sheep hungering for pure food. It is terribly frustrating for those in the Church of Christ who really do study. —Carolyn Hinson, Gainesville, Florida

The Kenwood Church is a merged church (1969) with half independent instrumentalist and half Disciples background. I’m sorry there was not a group of Church of Christ people thrown in. However, we have just recently had some join with us and they are making a good contribution to our efforts. —Bill Rector, 6200 S. Third, Louisville, Ky. 40214

Your writings are very interesting to me. Especially your travel notes and Changing World. I have not traveled too much out of the state of Indiana and have always been interested about news of the brotherhood. I can only say keep up the good work. —Noble Brinegar, Rt. 14, Bloomington, In.