[The Crucifixion of Philip Strong by Charles M. Sheldon]@TWC D-Link bookThe Crucifixion of Philip Strong CHAPTER VIII 13/26
What I propose, therefore, is a very simple thing--that we move our church edifice down into the heart of the tenement district, where we can buy a suitable lot for a comparatively small sum, and at once begin the work of a Christian Church in the very neighborhood where such work is most needed. "There are certain objections to this plan.
I think they can be met by the exercise of the Christ spirit of sacrifice and love.
A great many members will not be able to go that distance to attend service, any more than the people there at present can well come up here.
But there are six churches left on B street.
What is to hinder any Christian member of Calvary Church from working and fellowshiping with those churches, if he cannot put in his service in the tenement district? None of these churches are crowded; they will welcome the advent of more members.
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