Vol. MMXVI
January/February 2016
New Church Life
A bimonthly magazine devoted to the teachings revealed through
Emanuel Swedenborg, as they relate to life.
1 In this Issue
4 Editorials: On Young People Leaving the Church • But What Can We
Do? • The Case for Optimism
9 The Growth of the Lord – A Sermon by the Rev. Michael D. Gladish
15 Contempt or Rebellion on the Way to Maturity –
A Sermon by the Rt. Rev. Peter M. Buss Sr.
20 Looking Down on Others – A Children’s Talk by the
Rt. Rev. Peter M. Buss Sr.
23 Memorial Address for Dr. Sherri R. Cooper –
The Rev. Dr. Jonathan S. Rose
33 Small Groups in the New Church – The Rev. John L. Odhner
48 Episcopal Visit to Brazil – The Rt. Rev. Brian W. Keith
53 Two Kinds of Zeal – The Rev. Dr. Ray Silverman
60 Islam, Swedenborg and the Heavenly Doctrines – Benjamin Pendleton
70 Gifts from the Lord – Joseph S. David
74 Church News
89 Life Lines
100 Announcements
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