A Statement: On the Future of This Church

Name: A Statement: On the Future of This Church
Author: John Haynes Holmes

By John Haynes Holmes

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A congregational minister relates receiving an invitation to lead another congregation and describes how deep personal ties, professional obligation, and the dislocations of the Great War compelled a reappraisal of his service. He recounts vocational motives and a long-held passion for preaching and theological inquiry, explains the need to convene his people and the associated community center to clarify future relations, and argues that the deciding criterion must be where he can most effectively advance the ideals he seeks to serve rather than remaining for comfort or personal preference.

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John Haynes Holmes

John Haynes Holmes was an American minister, author, and social activist known for his progressive views and commitment to social justice. He played a significant role in the early 20th-century liberal religious movement and was a prominent figure in advocating for peace and civil rights. Holmes is recognized for his works such as "A Statement: On the Future of This Church," where he explores the evolving role of religion in society, and "Heroes in Peace," a lecture that emphasizes the importance of nonviolent action in achieving social change. His writings reflect a deep engagement with the moral and ethical challenges of his time.