Vol. MMXVI
November/December 2016
New Church Life
A bimonthly magazine devoted to the teachings revealed through
Emanuel Swedenborg, as they relate to life.
515 In this Issue
517 Editorials: ‘Harps of Gold’ • The Call to Humility • Born To Be a
Messenger
522 Letter to the Editors
526 Every Stone Shall Cry: A Christmas Sermon by
the Rev. Jeremy F. Simons
532 A Horn of Salvation in the House of David – The Rev. Kurt Hy. Asplundh
538 This Changes Everything – Charter Day Cathedral Address
The Rev. Stephen D. Cole
545 Memorial Address: The Rev. Norman E. Riley
The Rev. Walter E. Orthwein
551 The Miracle and the Theology of Handel’s Messiah
The Rev. Dr. Erik E. Sandstrom
567 The New Christian Bible Study Project: How’s it Going? – Steve David
571 Church News
591 Life Lines
603 General Church Annual Report
606 Directory of the General Church Clergy
622 Announcements
630 Index 2016
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