Religion: Fosdick

When Presbyterians last officially assembled (TIME, June 9) dominant Fundamentalists were persuaded by the majority Moderates to make a concession to the minority Liberals, to wit: Dr. Harry Emerson Fosdick was not to be ousted from his pulpit on lower Fifth Avenue, Manhattan, provided he subscribed to the Westminster Confession of Faith. The proviso was fair, but . . .

Dr. Fosdick sailed for England. He crowded the greatest Protestant "chapels" of England. He touched the heart of England. His theology was acceptable to England. Dr. Fosdick returned. He was offered several famous...

Want the full story?

Subscribe Now

Subscribe
Subscribe

Learn more about the benefits of being a TIME subscriber

If you are already a subscriber sign up — registration is free!