READER'S EXCHANGE

 

We do not like to think about the end of this year when your publication will come to an end. At times we get depressed by all the legalism and resulting division we see in the religious world, but your articles bring us back to higher ground and give us the faith and hope we need to press on and try to make a few changes where we can.—Ward and Sarah Case, Jamestown, Tn.

All through the years the two of you have been the source of great strength to me, partly because of your care of Mother Pitts. Your care of her has been a most valuable example to all of us. Your paper is such spiritual reinforcement. When you stop publication I shall begin to re-read all the past issues. I see no reaching out on the part of the Church of Christ, no moving from legalism toward freedom, joy, grace, love. But when I read your paper I am encouraged.—Kathy Wyler, Kerrville, Tx.

Just wanted you to know we care and we share! I was behind in reading your journal, so the news didn’t reach me until a month later. I’m caught up now. We feel Mother Pitts is our friend and our hearts go out to you.—Gene and Ruby Barbee, Yukon, Ok.

I am made rich by the articles and the emphasis on God’s grace. The articles on what the Church of Christ must do to be saved are priceless and thought-provoking. Thank you for your tireless effort to arouse thinking and action among our divided people.—Helen Berg, Port Arthur, Tx.

When you stop publishing, editors like me who have felt a close kinship through the years with your goals and principles, hope that many of your readers will at least try us out. We would be delighted to send sample copies to anyone who asks. But we prefer that you stay in business.—Alex Wilson, Work and Work, 2518 Portland Ave., Lexington, Ky. 40206

(Yes, I highly recommend this journal that has been well-edited for many years, going back to R. H. Boll himself. While it circulates mainly among our premillennial congregations, its editorial policy is open, its spirit is Christlike, and among its goals is unity of all God’s people. I would urge you to accept the editor’s offer and write for a sample copy.—Ed.)

The Restoration Heritage Meeting V, held in Dover, Delaware in April, was the best yet. Fourteen congregations were represented: eight acappella, five Independent Christian, one Disciples of Christ. Fifty-one present. The spirit was excellent and the talks well received.—Herb Pratt, New Castle, De.

I will miss receiving the paper so much. It has been such a blessing. God bless and keep you and Ouida. Enjoy each day and issue a newsletter occasionally so we can keep in touch. Thanks!—Frances Damron, Auburn, AI.

(Several of our readers have suggested we do a newsletter once this paper closes down in December. While Ouida persuasively contends that if we quit we ought to quit, we are considering issuing some kind of newsletter, at least for a time. We’ll see. The Lord will lead.—Ed.)

Thank you for your faith and work of love. It is of great encouragement to me and to so many others.—Bob D. Lewis, DeFuniak Springs, FL.