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Codex Sarzana, John E. Rybolt

John E Rybolt

A first-ever publication of Codex Sarzana, a manuscript of the early rules and constitutions of the Congregation of the Mission, as written by or under the direction of Vincent de Paul. The majority of the material is a transcription of the Latin text.

The Genesis Of The Rules, John E. Rybolt

John E Rybolt

This study analyzes the historical development of the rules and "statutes" of the Daughters of Charity. Suggestions are made at the conclusion to aid in their analysis, with indications of where they are to be found.

Toward A New Biography Of John Foxe, Michael Graham

Michael F. Graham

No abstract provided.

Vincentian Missions Among Native Americans, John E. Rybolt

John E Rybolt

Pioneer Vincentian missionaries in the United States quickly had contacts with Native Americans and reported on these to their European superiors. These contacts ceased when the tribes moved away from Vincentian areas, but they were occasionally renewed in the twentieth century. Two maps help to locate events.

20th Century Christian April 1986, Jerry Rushford

Jerry Rushford

This is a special issue of the Restoration periodical, 20th Century Christian, edited by Jerry Rushford featuring the stories behind American hymns.

A Life Of Andrew Ferrari, C.M., John E. Rybolt

John E Rybolt

Andrew Ferrari was the first Vincentian to die in the United States (1822) after Felix DeAndreis (1820). Ferrari's brief and virtuous life is not well known. Joseph Rosati is the presumed author, and his account weaves together his recollections, original letters, and some printed material.

The Bible And Magister Gratian’S Canon Law, John E. Rybolt

John E Rybolt

The Restoration Movement In California, Jerry Rushford

Jerry Rushford

This is an article written by Jerry Rushford for the Disciples of Christ periodical, Impact, chronicling the history of the Restoration Movement in California, from its beginnings in 1845 to 1900.

Seminary Education In The Louisiana Territory: The Vincentian Contribution, John E. Rybolt

John E Rybolt

A review of early Vincentian seminary in the Louisiana Territory, followed by a discussion of quality of formation, control of programs, and financial support.

Luther On Church Unity : The Commentary On Galatians (1535), Lawrence Porter

Rev. Lawrence B. Porter, Ph.D

This article promotes ecumenical discussion of the eclesiological question: what structures are required to preserve the values of freedom and accountability in matters of faith? it is the author's contention that freedom and accountability are essential elements in the experience of Christian faith but are not easily reconciled; indeed, in the history of the churches, one element has often been sacrificed to the other. As illustration, the author offers a study of these themes in Luther's 1535 Commentary and concludes that both the church of Rome and the churches of the Reformation would do well to reconsider their traditional positions …

20th Century Christian September 1980, Jerry Rushford

Jerry Rushford

This is a special issue of the Restoration periodical, 20th Century Christian, edited by Jerry Rushford featuring brief biographies of key figures in the Restoration Movement.

Intimacy And Human Sexuality : A Challenge To The Consensus On Contraception., Lawrence Porter

Rev. Lawrence B. Porter, Ph.D

This essay expands upon the existentialist analysis of contemporary American sexual mores presented in Rollo May's Love and Will (1969), specifically the section of that work entitled "Contraceptives and the tragic". The author accepts May's analysis of the ambiguous psychological effects of artificial contraception--an increase in ambivalence and anxiety as well as freedom and choice--and argues that the massive popular response of Catholics to artificial contraception is based upon a failure to recognize the subtly ambiguous character of artificial contraception. Moreover, in the light of the religious value Catholicism places upon marriage as a sacramental reality, the author argues: the …

On Keeping "Persons" In The Trinity : A Linguistic Approach To Trinitarian Thought., Lawrence Porter

Rev. Lawrence B. Porter, Ph.D

No abstract provided.

James A. Garfield: The Early Years, Jerry Rushford

Jerry Rushford

This is an article written by Jerry Rushford for the periodical, Restoration Quarterly regarding the formative years of future American President James A. Garfield and the influence of the Disciples of Christ on his character and life.