Columbia Theological Seminary Vantage, 70, number 8, Spring 1977

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BOORD PPPROVE6 H4 MILLION BUDGET

Meeting on the Columbia campus
for its regular semi-annual meeting
April 26-27, the Board of Directors
voted a budget for the fiscal year be-
ginning July 1 of $1.4 million, the
largest budget in Columbia's history.

This projected balanced budget
represents a 40% increase in spend-
ing in the last three years, indicating
the extent inflation has affected the
use of resources. During this time
there have been two modest cost-of-
living increases in salaries for faculty
and staff, but they have not kept pace
actually with the national increases.

The Seminary is enabled to project
a balanced budget because of three
things: first, giving by individuals to
Columbia has increased from $150,-
000 a year three years ago to $300,-
000 this year and is projected to
reach $350,000 in the coming year;
churches have increased their giving
toward scholarship support signifi-
cantly; and tuition has been raised for
the third year in a row. Along with
the higher tuition is the significant
increase in the student enrollment.
This year there will be approximately
30 graduates, yet the first year class
is over 60 and more than fifty have
applied for the coming year.

It is projected that Columbia will
end this current fiscal year in the
black, marking the third year in a
row that has happened. Since what
accumulated deficit there was, was
eliminated last year, it means the
Seminary has a fiscal clean bill of
health with an excellent prognosis
for the future.

Dr. Gonzalez Eleoted Full Profe66or,
Granted Tenure

Dr. Gonzalez

Dr. Catherine Gunsalus Gonzalez,
for four years Associate Professor of
Church History, was elected Profes-
sor of Church History and granted
tenure by the Board of Directors,
upon the recommendation of Presi-
dent Philips at its meeting in April.

Dr. Gonzalez earned her B.A. from
Beaver College in Pennsylvania; her
S.T.B. from Boston School of The-
ology; and her Ph.D. from Boston
University. Immediately prior to com-
ing to Columbia in 1973 she was As-
sociate Professor of Historical The-
ology at Louisville Presbyterian The-
ological Seminary.

Dr. Gonzalez has lectured and
preached extensively throughout the
United States, is the author of several
articles and recipient of several aca-
demic awards.

tl-r) Directors J. Edward Craig, Orangeburg, S. C: Chairman J. Erskhte Love, Jr . At-
lanta: President J. Davison Philips; Director Thomas I Rust at April Meeting.

IN MEMORIRM- PATRICK U. CPRMICMPEL

In the death of Dr. Patrick H. Carmichael at the age of 87 on February

5, 1977, the Presbyterian Church, U.S. lost one of its most distinguished
ministers and educators. A native of Alabama, Dr. Carmichael was a graduate
of the University of Alabama and of Princeton Theological Seminary, receiving
his Ph.D. Degree from New York University in 1931.

After early pastorates in Alabama and a professorship in Alabama College
he came to Columbia Seminary in 1933 as Professor of English Bible and
Christian Education. That was the period of the Great Depression in the nation
and he came to this institution at a time of real crisis in its life, serving like
other faculty members at a genuine sacrificial salary. He continued his teaching
at Columbia until 1938, having made a contribution of lasting importance
to the life of the school and of its students.

After leaving Decatur, Dr. Carmichael served for nine years under the

Committee of Religious Education as Director of Leadership Training for
the Presbyterian Church, U.S. In 1947 he was called to become Dean of the
Faculty at what is now The Presbyterian School of Christian Education in
Richmond, Va., serving in that capacity until his retirement in 1957 when
he was named Dean Emeritus. Continuing to make his home in Richmond, he
served in later years as supply pastor of several churches in Hanover Presby-
tery. He was co-author of Bases of World Order ( 1945), Editor and co-author
of Understanding the Books of the New Testament (1952).

Dr. Carmichael is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mary Partridge Carmichael.
and by his daughter Miriam (Mrs. S. P. Lingo).

GRADUATION
AT

COLUMBIA
THEOLOGICAL

SEMINARY

JUNE 5, 1977

Baccalaureate

11:00 a.m. at

Morningside Presbyterian

Church

Dr. J. Randolph Taylor
preaching

Commencement

4:00 p.m. at

Columbia Presbyterian

Church

Address by

Chairman of the Board

J. Erskine Love, Jr.

FROM the PRE6IDENT

A most productive academic year
is drawing to a close at Columbia.
The students have worked hard and
long at many tasks. The Faculty and
Staff have planned, coordinated,
taught, and evaluated throughout the
year. God has blessed all these ef-
forts, and continues to confront us
with new challenges.

As the graduates this year have
considered calls to churches in South
Carolina, Georgia, Mississippi, Ala-
bama, Florida, Texas, North Caro-
lina and even Vermont, we see in its
most visible form the purpose of the
mission of Columbia Seminary. We
exist to prepare "good ministers of
Jesus Christ" for ministry with the
Church, and in the world. The pray-
erful and generous support of many
persons such as you make this pos-
sible!

In my own responsibilities as Presi-
dent. I have found much encourage-
ment here on campus and throughout
the Church. We seek to be faithful
to Christ's mission, and responsive
to the Church's needs.

The greatly expanded Summer Ses-
sion this year has many opportunities
for renewal of faith and knowledge.
The Evangelism program for stu-
dents, ministers and lay persons can
meet some real needs for training and
growth. Come and share all this with
us!

Your prayers for our students,
their families and our entire Seminary
community are greatly needed and
appreciated. Thank you!

Faithfully yours,

6$UfxJ

J. Davison Philips

6TUDENT6 6ET NEW PRECEDENT

WITU CLP66-6PON6ORED

COMMUNITY MEPL6

Professor Ludwig Dewitz accepts lampooning at Senior "Faculty Roast."

Juniors "All Fool's Day Meal" featured Professor Keith
Nickle's golden glove in Biblical Baseball with (l-r) Peter
Roest, Bo Yates and Ed Mcllwain.

In "Middler Madness" guitarist Ben Mathes leads Frank
Colladay, Elaine Trimm and Professors Charles Cousar
and Frederick Bonkovsky to "instant stardom."

COLUMBIP WOMEN PTTEND INTER6EMINPRY CONFERENCE

On February 1 1 , five Columbia
students, Joan Fisher Mac key, Kath-
ryn Sandijer , Shirley Ford- A dams ,
Elaine McRobbie Trimm, and Lib
McGregor Simmons, left Atlanta to
attend the Fifth Women's lntersemi-
nary Conference at Yale Divinity
School. The theme for the weekend
conference was "Women and Human
Liberation." Featured as keynote
speakers were Catherine and J us to
Gonzalez, who stimulated conference
participants with their discussion of
women's liberation in the context of
the broader liberation of all persons.

"We were exposed to a variety of
wide-ranging viewpoints, as we met
women from twenty seminaries as
well as representatives from national
chureh organizations and numerous
local congregations. We felt affirmed
in our own joys and struggles to
minister in the Church of Jesus Christ
as we shared with so many with whom
we discovered a common bond. In
addition to hearing and responding to
the keynote speeches, we sang to-
gether (led by Carol Etzler of the
General Assembly Mission Board
staff), heard other presentations by
Cheryl Exum and Letty Russell of
Yale, participated in various work-
shops related to women in ministry,
(including "The Role of Black Wo-
men in Ministry," "New Approaches
to Christian Education," "Campus

Mrs. Vl Pilcher retired in February after
serving as Administrative Assistant in the
Department of Pastoral Care for thirteen
years. In acknowledgement of her signifi-
cant contribution to the life of Columbia
Seminary, a student scholarship in her
name was established and nil! continue as
a reminder of her service and dedication.
Pictured above at a reception honoring her
are (from I-r) Professors NtcDill, Gaifey.
Mrs. Pifcher, and Professor Nease.

Ministry." "Liberation Struggles on
Other Continents." "Racism and Sex-
ism." "Language: Inclusive of Wo-
men and Men." "Women, Authoritv.
and Power." and "Partnership of Men
and Women") and in general cele-
brated being together.

"For all of us, the conference was
a high point in our seminary experi-
ence. We returned to Atlanta physi-
cally tired, but renewed and excited
by a broadening of our vision of
women in ministry. We have now be-
gun plans to join with the other At-
lanta seminaries to bring the con-
ference to the Columbia campus in

President's Advisory
Council

The first meeting of the President's
Advisory Council was held in the
Student Center at the Seminary on
May 3. The members of the newly
organized Council were welcomed by
President Philips. Dr. Philips pro-
vided an opportunity for the Council
to meet with members of the faculty
and student body and to reflect on
the role of ministers and the Seminary
in the life of the Church today. The
new Council is comprised of fifty key
Presbyterian leaders from the sup-
porting synods of the Seminary. They
will serve as interpreters of the Semi-
nary's plans and programs and help
the Seminary accomplish its goals and
objectives. A nominating committee,
chaired by the Rev. Howard Chad-
wick of Orlando, Florida will present
a slate of nominees to serve as offi-
cers of this new organization at its
next meeting. We are grateful for the
interest and support that will be
gained through the President's Advis-
ory Council.

1979. Perhaps this experience will
then be extended to our entire com-
munity."

*'M\ stronger memor\ of the Yale
conference is that of support. It was
such a good strengthening feeling to
be with other women who struggle
with some of the same questions. We
all have our own questions; tew of
us have answers. But we are all com-
mitted to the ministry of the Word
and the struggle to find ourselves in
our tradition. Sometimes I wish my
eyes hadn't been opened but never
for long. There is a place for us. In
love, we'll find it."

Banners Received

Pictured above ii-r) are Mr. and Mrs,
Alford, [lie Rev. Anderson, and Mr. /im
merman.

Dr. Philips recognized a group from
the Covenant Presbyterian Church of
Tallahassee, Florida who in turn
made a presentation of two lovely
banners to the Seminary one ban-
ner displayed the Presbyterian Church
U.S. seal while the other displayed
the official seal of Columbia Semi-
nary. The presentation was made by
the Rev. James Anderson, pastor of
the Covenant Church, in honor of
ruling elder Julian Alford. Dr. Philips
accepted the banners for the Seminary
and recognized Mr. and Mrs. Julian
Alford, Mr. Lefty Zimmerman and
Mr. Bill Donaldson who designed and
made the banners.

Seniors Shirley Ford-Adams and Tom Nor-
wood joined Dr. J. Davison Philips in leading
the Seminary community and members of the
Columbia Friendship Circle in worship on
"Come See Columbia Day," April 21, in the
sanctuary of the Columbia Presbyterian Church.
The service featured the Columbia Seminary
Choir under the direction of Dr. Hubert Vonce
Taylor and an inspiring message by Dr. Philips
entitled "A Memorable Gift." The worship
experience set the tone for the further activities
of the day.

CONVOCATION

Mrs. Frances T . Cox of Climax, Georgia,
President of CFC for the past two years, pre-
sided over a stimulating meeting that pointed
up the heritage and the future of the Columbia
Friendship Circle in a dramatic way.

Mrs. Lillian Green, the wife of former Pro-
fessor J B. Green, made a delightfully infor-
mative talk on the subject "CFC-How It All
Began." She wos eminently well qualified to
speak on the subject as it was Mrs. Green
who encouraged the formation of the Columbia
Friendship Circle back in 1949. Mrs. Anne
Wardlaw, Secretary -Histoi ion of CFC, honored
Mrs. Green by presenting her with an en-
graved necklace and pin as an expression of
CFC's love and appreciation.

CFC
Celebrcto
Come-

6ee-

Columbio-
Doy

PURPOSE

Over the years, CFC has had a
clearly defined purpose that has been
expressed in a three-fold way:

to PRAY for the faculty, staff and
student body of Columbia Seminary.

to ENCOURAGE young men and
women to consider the call to a
church vocation.

to GIVE financial support to se-
lected projects that meet the needs
of the Seminary.

It is difficult to measure the effect
of the prayers and encouragement
offered by CFC during the past
twenty-eight years. The amount of
money raised through its efforts, how-
ever, is in excess of $300,000. It is
estimated that over 1,100 students
have benefited from the gifts received.

Mrs. J. B. Green

John Thomson

PROJECT

The 1976-77 Project of CFC has been
Scholarship Aid. The Rev. Richard Dodds,
Director of Seminary Relations, reported that
over $20,000 has been received td be applied
to assist worthy students so for this year. The
Executive Council of CFC is hopeful that the
goal of $25,000 will be reached by June 30,
1977

Mr. John Thomson, a World Alliance of
Reformed Churches student from Scotland, pre-
sented the 1977-78 Project for CFC during the
convocation. Mr. Thomson, who will receive
a Th.M. from Columbia Seminary on June 5,
spoke on behalf of Scholarship Aid for Inter-
national Students. The project was adopted
unanimously.

INSTALLATION

CFC has been blessed with good leadership
for almost three decades. Mrs. Frances Cox
was a splendid President. Dr. J. Davison Philips
(r) installed the following women as officers
for the 1977 78 year (l-r) Mrs. Anne Ward
low, Clinton, South Carolina, Secretary-Histori
an; Mrs. Martha Tissington, Mobile, Alabama,
President; Mrs. Cora Smith, Ocala, Florida,
Vice-President. He charged them to carry out
the high aims ond goals of the Columbia
Friendship Circle.

SMALL GROUPS

Women from seventeen different presbyteries
participated in the "Come See Columbia Day"
activities this year. In addition to taking part
in the Worship Service and Convocation, they
participated in small group experiences with
members of the faculty and student body. New
insights about life at the Seminary were gained
through these encounters.

LUNCHEON AND TOURS

One of the great things about "Come See
Columbia Day" is the opportunity for good
friends with a common concern to meet and
renew acquaintances. As usual the buffet
luncheon wos well attended and enjoyed by all
participants. Following the luncheon, campus
tours were conducted by several of the stu
dents This provided a firsthand look at life
on the Seminary campus. April 13 has been
designated as "Come See Columbia Day" in
1978 This will be a part of the celebration of
our 150th Anniversary. Mark your calendar
now and plan to be with us.

Board Vote6
Reoppointmcrte

Four faculty members whose terms
of appointment were concluding were
reappointed by the Board of Direc-
tors at their April meeting.

Dr. T. Erskinc Clarke, Dean of Stu-
dents, was reappointed to a three
year term; Dr. Frederick Bonkovsky
was given a two year term as Asso-
ciate Professor of Christian Ethics;
Professor Jasper Keith was named to
a three year term as Associate Pro-
fessor of Supervised Ministry; and
Dr. Oscar Hussel was given a three
year term as Associate Professor of
Christian Education.

Prof. Bonkovsky

Prof. Hussel

Prof. Keith

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