September/October 2016
Vol. MMXVI
New Church Life
A bimonthly magazine devoted to the teachings revealed through
Emanuel Swedenborg, as they relate to life.
411 In this Issue
414 Editorials: Thy Kingdom Come, Thy Will Be Done • Labor Day
417 Letters to the Editors
422 The Gift of Inspiration – A Sermon by the Rev. John L. Odhner
428 Greater Engagement: A Plan for the General Church
The Rt. Rev. Peter M. Buss Jr.
432 Friendship – A Sermon by the Rev. Bradley D. Heinrichs
438 General Church Religion Lessons and the General Church
Sarah B. Odhner
444 Introducing Our Ministers: Changed by Faith – and Paying it Forward:
The Rev. Christopher A. Barber
451 Considering Conscience – A Sermon by the Rev. Christopher A. Barber
457 Book Review: Growth Pains and Pleasures
By the Rev. Frank S. Rose, Reviewed by Bronwen M. Henry
460 Prayer’s Role in the Salvation of our Soul – The Rev. Kurt P. Nemitz
468 The Character and Possible Uses of the Spiritual Diary/
Spiritual Experiences – The Rev. Willard L. D. Heinrichs
478 Church News
497 Life Lines
510 Announcements
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