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VOLUME XXXIX MAY-JUNE 1966 No. 3
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CoImmander C. Pardee Erdman, Major General Patrick J. Ryan, Colonel James B. Murphy, and Dr. Karl Bennet Justus




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Senator Richard B. Russell (lc) receives MCA's National Citizenship Award at Convention from Ch (Maj Gen) Patrick J. Ryan as Ch (Col) James B. 0m .Mrphy looks on. (Left) Ch (M-aj Gen) Charles E. Brown. Jr.. and (right) Major General J. A. Beall




ca THE MILITARY CHAPLAINS ASSOCIATION
/IIj ~OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
- Organized 25 April 1925 .,, "CHARTERED BY THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS OMWO 20 September 1950-Public Law 792-81st Congress NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS: 1710 16th ST., N.W., WASHINGTON, D.C. 20009 Telephone: 232-1667
OUR MISSION
To safeguard and to strengthen the forces of faith and morality of our nation; to perpetuate and to deepen the bonds of understanding and friendship of our military services; to preserve our spiritual influences and interest in all members and veterans of the armed forces; to uphold the Constitution of the United States; and to promote Justice, Peace and Good Will."
MCA Features In This Issue
OFFICERS Page Senator Russell Receives Award-------------------------------------- 2
President Executive Director's Report ---------------------------- Karl B. Justus 4
C. Pardee Erdman A Message, Chaplain Erdman --------------------------------------- 5
Senior Vice President The President's Report, 1965 ---------------------------Patrick J. Ryan 6
James Roy Smith 1966 Convention Resolutions ---------------------------------------24
Official Minutes, 1966 Convention ---------------------------------- 7
Secretary-Treasurer
David B. Shuck Convention Photos -------------------------------------- 20, 23, 25, 28
From The White House, and Roy Smith's Report ----------------------- 24
Executive Committee Workshops' Summary ---------------------------------- Jack Boozer 26
Samuel Sobel
Samuel Sobel 1966 MCA National Citizenship Award ----------------------------- 31
Robert Taylor
Charles Murphy THE MILITARY CHAPLAIN THE MILITARY CHAPLAIN
Karl Tubesing Magazine and News Letter. Official The Official publication of
Robert Lewis voice of the MCA. First published in The Military Chaplains Association
John Sheehan 1930. Only publications reporting ex- Editor ----------- Karl Bennet Justus
tensively on religious activties of the 3
Area Vice-Presidents Military Services-VA and the 3 major
First Ara-Maury faiths. Valuable for active duty, reFirst Area-Maury Hundley serve and national guard chaplains; of COVER: C. Pardee Erdman, PresidentSecond Area eliminated interest to local church groups and elect, Maj Gen Patrick J. Ryan, outThird Area-James Murphy Seminary students, and to parents of going president, Convention Chairman Four0th Area-Joseph Messing service personnel. Circulated to all James B. Murphy, Karl B. Justus, ExFifth Area-Robert McComas MCA members, "sponsor" members, ecutive Director, prior National Award Sixth Area--Carroll Anderson and contributors. Banquet, 26 April.
TRUSTEES Volume XXXIX MAY-JUNE, 1966 NUMBER 3 Ivan L. Bennett, Chairman
Patrick J. Ryan 50 Per Copy Augustus Goodyear, Sec.-Treas. Articles in this publication express the point of view of the authors only and not necessarily those of the Association or of the Services.
Published 6 times a year by the Military Chaplains Association and issued by-monthly. Editorial Execu and Executive offices, 1710 Sixteenth St., N.W., Washington, D. 0. 20009. Second class postage paid
Executive Director at Washington, D. C. This publication is mailed to all members of the Chaplains Association.
Karl Bennet Justus Subscriptions to all others not eligible for membership are $5.00 per calendar year. Foreign subscriptions (non-members) are $6.00 per calendar year. Special Library Rate, 3 years for $12.00. MAY-JUNE 1966 3




ATLANTA, "WE SALUTE YOU!" pared by Colonel A. S. Goodyear, Sre.
tary-Treasurer of the Trustees.
DIRECTORY'S REPORT, 1965 You will note that 1965 was another fiCO RE fne year financially. For our Fortieth By Anniversary Year our income again Dr. KARL B. JUSTUS topped $40,000. There was a modest in. Eexecutive Director, MCA crease in expense, but this was due to normal increases in operating costs, plus
Against the historic background of nraicessinortng css, plus Against the historic background of the necessity of redecorating our MCA Atlanta, resplendent with memories both house in Washington, at a cost of $1,000, sad and joyous, we considered the theme: on order of the Building inspector of the "LetAll en KowWe Hld Tese on order of the Building Inspector of the < "Let All Men Know, We Hold These District of Columbia.
Truths," and were aware, as many said, In particular, I wish to In particular, I wish to point yu
"the program is excellent." Atlanta! We attention to the Trust Fund Report. The SALUTE YOU!
ALUT oU! total value of the deposited cash accounts, And now, to my report the stocks, and the estimated value of The theme of this Convention, "Let.
e tem Kof ts o "e the National Headquarters building, all All Men Know, We Hold These held by the Trustees, is now in excess Truths," considered against the back- hl yteTutei o necs Truths," considered against the back- of $92,000. It was just three years ago drop of human events in our day, is at the Pasadena Convention, that the timely and appropriate. These truths Trustees reported a total value of which we embrace, ageless and priceless $55,527. In three years, the value of the Dr. Karl B. Justus in their significance, challenge anew our
assets held by our Trustees has increased
thinking, our real values, in the workover $37,000. Apart from the steady inAs Executive Director of the MCA, shops and program here.
crease in Perpetual Memberships, and
serving, also, in the capacity of Editor It is because "we hold these truths to crease in Perpetual Memberships, and modest dividends from the few stocks
of The Military Chaplain, I exercise be self evident," and because we, as held, the main reason for that increase is license to indulge in some appropriate Americans, hold that liberty is the herit- that during the calendar year of 1965, coments before I set down my Annual age of the peoples of the earth "yearning our Operating Fund turned over to the Report, 1965, which I was privileged to to breathe free," that hundreds of our rt in c ro cch Trustees $30,000 in cash from accumumake at Atlanta the morning of 27 colleagues, and hundreds of thousands .te in w h ra lated income we had raised.
April. of the Nation's sons and daughters, are Thus, while Chaplain Ryan and I have
On behalf of the 300 chaplains who now engaged in flaming, far-off Viet- sw e d i R an e
sweated and strived to secure an endowattended, and the scores of MCA mem- nam, and standing guard on freedom's ment for the MCA, a goal he reported hers who could not attend-many of ramparts in other tense areas of this now yesterday wthe MCA, anot fulflled, he reported them now being on active duty in Viet- small world. Because freedom, like peace yesactually rebuilt for the not fulfillture by strength-ve nam-I wish to express commendation and justice, is indivisible, we are more ening the Trust Fund, which, in itself, to Cullen B. Jones, Atlanta Chapter fully realizing that "no man is an island, is an endowment. president, to Ch (Col) James B. Mur- no man stands alone." At the same time, the membership of phy, Convention Chairman, and to all To me, the challenge to fortress these The Military Chaplains Association has members of the Committee, for the fine truths by re-evaluation here, and to steadily grown. Currently we have over job performed in organizing, planning search with you the situation confront- 2,300 members; 2,200 regular members and financing the Convention concluded ing us is, indeed, tempting. However, my and 165 Perpetuals. When I came to in April. Only those who have been role today as your Executive Director, in this post in September 1962 I found through the experience of conducting an the brief minutes afforded me, dictates 1,500 regular members and about 100 MCA Convention realize the much I give you a picture of the current status Perpetual Members. Like any organizwork and many details to be handled if of The Military Chaplains Association tion of this kind, depending in part 00on the convention succeeds. since we assembled in Convention at the continued support ofactive members,
The great city of Atlanta, Gateway to Boston one year ago. the human element indicates inevitable the South, was past the peak of the dog- Nevertheless, with your indulgence, I "drop-outs" and we have had these, too. wood and azaleas in late April, but still wish to make the reporting phase of this Nevertheless, the net gain over the last ablaze with beauty and the ever-present statement in capsule form. To begin three years speaks for itself. Further' charm of Southern hospitality, "y'all." with, you have been given the reports more, evidently having learned of signs It was evident that our "confederates" regarding our overall financial situation. of new life and activity in the Associa in Atlanta and the Peach State had done These cover the Operating Fund for the tion, a number of the "drop-outs" from very well with what Sherman left after year 1965, and the Trust Fund Report, t his march. embracing the dates indicated, as pre- (Continued on Page32)
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ERDMAN ELECTED PRESIDENT, Meet The President
LOOKS TO THE FUTURE Chaplain C. Pardee Erdman was born TO THE FUTURE in the Keystone State at Overbook, Pennsylvania. His higher education was obmoving forward as it did under Chaplain tained at Princeton University and Ryatame atl Princetony Universit and
Ryan's able presidency; and-with the Princeton Theological Seminary. He reabsolutely essential cooperation of our ceived A.B., M.A., and S.T.B. Degrees.
ceived A.B., M.A., and S.T.B. Degrees.
members, we hope to project our Asso- He was a Phi Beta Kappa.
He was a Phi Beta Kappa.
ciation to an even greater future.
Before I point to that future, I wish His life and experience has been rich to say a word about Karl Justus, our with diversity.
Executive Director. Having worked with For 20 years he was on the faculty him for three years, I have a deep ap- of Occidental College, Los Angeles, as preciation of his dedication, of his con- Professor of Religion-teaching courses scientious devotion to duty, and to the in literature of the Bible. In the 1920's, purposes of the MCA. In addition to his he twice served as assistant minister; at vision of what MCA can accomplish, and the 4th Presbyterian Church, Chicago, C Pardee Erdman the ecumenical spirit which motivates and later at Pasadena Presbyterian
C. Pardee Erdman
CDR., CHC, USNR, Ret. him, we are fortunate to have a man as Church in Pasadena, California.
our staff executive who has a real sense Chaplain Erdman served both as an Editor's note: At the final business of business organization and procedure. Army and Navy chaplain. Commissioned session of the National Convention, on I am sure he has our confidence and sup- in World War I an Army chaplain, and 28 April 1966, Chaplain C. Pardee Erd- port as he works to carry on the future havin a civilian ilot's license, he was man of Santa Barbara, California, was plans and daily affairs of our Associa- given flight training and received his eleced resden ofThe iliaryCha- ton.given flight training and received his elected president of The Military Chap- tion. Wings as a Reserve Military Aviator. lains Association. Chaplain Erdman had One evidence of his ability is that our He was then assigned duty as chaplain, served three years as Senior Vice Presi- membership increased from 1600 to 2400 1st Provisional Air Wing, Air Service, dent. During this time his interest in, since he has been Executive Director. In and served also as a pilot in the 48th understanding of, and dedication to, the addition to this, our income for the year Pursuit Squadron. MCA, have been of great value. The 1962 was slightly less than $16,000 and Executive Director also deeply appreci- our expenses slightly more than our in- Between the two great wars, he did ates his friendship and assistance. In this come. For the year 1965 our income was not serve in the Reserves. He has served magazine, please read "Meet Your Presi- just over $40,000 and our expenses ap- as chaplain of American Legion Post 23, dent" to acquaint yourself with Chaplain proximately $28,000. Pasadena. When World War II began, Erdman. At Atlanta, as we looked to the future, he left Occidental College and was comIt is with pleasure that we now convey we decided we must build on the plat- missioned as a Navy chaplain. He served to the MCA membership, Chaplain Erd- form already constructed; but we must at two Naval Air Stations, and at the man's first message as our president. also devote time to planning for the Bureau of Naval Personnel, Washington, and after the War continued in the
KBJ future. Before we meet in San Francisco and after the War continued in the Since 1946 I have been fortunate in next April, we must make some im- Corps till retirement in 1955. being a member of The Military Chap- portant decisions regarding our future Chaplain Erdman has had experience lains Association of the U.S.A. I con- programme. in the field of finance; and has served sider MCA to be one of the finest organ- In cooperation with my colleagues and on the investment committees of several izations I know, comprised as it is of Chaplain Justus, I plan to appoint special schools and charitable organizations. He an elite body of clergymen of all faiths, committees. Foremost will be one to was the sole active Trustee of the Reuwho have served in the Armed Forces of study and re-evaluate the purposes of ben H. Donnelley Foundation from the U.S. the MCA. We must determine whether which he helped MCA and other taxSince the membership has bestowed on our present aims are adequate, or if exempt organizations. me this honor, I accept with pleasure, they should be changed and enlarged. For exercise and recreation, golf is his and humility, and a realization of the We are contemplating a further study main interest. He served as President of challenging opportunity with which we of our constitution, and recommenda- the Annandale Golf Club, Pasadena; are mutually confronted. tions of any desirable changes. President of the Southern California Speaking for myself and our Senior Meantime, I invite your prayers, co- Golf Association; President, California Vice President, Dr. James Roy Smith, operation, understanding, and your Golf Association; as well as being a and our other officers, I assure you that financial support-all of which we need member of the Executive Committee, it will be our purpose to keep the MCA NOW! C. Pardee Erdman U.S. Golf Association.
MAY-JUNE 1966 5




THE PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE A year ago at Boston I reported to
you that we felt the long-range answe
R P R1965 to our material problems was the R EPO R T, taining of a modest endowment fund,
There was talk in the Executive Comn- At the same time, I said that Mr. Mil. mittee that our Association should either ton Kronheim, of Washington, D. C., get down to business or go out of busi- had been working with Chaplain Justis and me toward this achievement.
ness! Having believed so firmly, for so and me toward this achievement many years, in the validity and worth- You may, also, recall that I reported whileness of The Military Chaplains to you that after much work we had Association, I felt then, and feel even placed our appeal before the AFL-CIO moreso today, that The Military Chap- and were awaiting a reply. lains Association should NEVER go out I am sorry to have to report to you lain Asocitio shold EVE goout now that the Executive Board of that of business! The MCA is a unique or- now that the Executive Board of that ganization, and apart from any edifica- great Labor organization turned down tion we derive by being members to- our appeal. Though giving a sympa gether in the MCA, I feel that the thetic ear to what the MCA was trying Ecumenical spirit which is the hallmark to accomplish, the AFL-CIO felt it Patrick J. Ryan of the Association must continue to be could undertake no other financial comPatrik J.Ryanmitments in the near future. This is Chaplain (MajGen) USA (Ret) held high as a living symbol for all our mitments in the near future. This is citizens, in and out of the military because it is heavily pledged to the As the Forty-first National Convention establishment, to see and emulate. John F. Kennedy Library, and the Eleanor Roosevelt Memorial.
of The Military Chaplains Association Early in my presidency I determined oosvt e ria convenes in the gracious and amiable we needed a full-time Executive at Following this we carried our hopes to surroundings of the Dinkler Plaza Hotel, National Headquarters. It is now history many of the great foundations of the I am sure I can speak for all of us when that four years ago, with the unanimous Nation, after first making a study of their interests. This effort met without
I say we are grateful to our host chapter approval of the Executive Committee, their interests. This effort met without for inviting us to the thriving city of hired Karl B. Justus whom I first met success. Most foundations, both large Atlanta-"gateway to the South." This in 1951 when I was Sixth Army Chap- and small, have interests that are so . specific and their funds are so heavily is the first time our National Conven- lain. I hope you will agree with me, as specific and the r funds are so heavily tion has come to the great Southland of I believe the record shows, that this was committed to those interests, that they America. a wise move, are unwilling to take on anything America. a wise move.
additional.
Personally, it is a great privilege for During this four-year period, Karl additional.
me to stand at this rostrum today to and I have worked together in the Finally, after thorough consideration by the National Executive Committee at
greet you-and to briefly review the closest cooperation possible. We have by the National Executive Committee at its meeting last fall, action was token
"state of the union" of our Association had but one ambition and goal; namely, its meeting last fall, action was taken since we met one year ago for our to make The Military Chaplains Associa- that ere we give up this whole ideawe should explore the possibility Of
Fortieth Anniversary Convention in tion more meaningful and to put it on a en aging a professional firm to help us Boston. sound financial basis that would secure e
In a real sense, this review will be its future. determine if any reasonable possibility existed for The Military Chaplains Asunlike the reports I have given at the In part, we have succeeded. Year after ociation to achieve its desired goal. Out four previous conventions-for this is year, I have been able to report PROG- of 23 such firms written to by Chaplain my last report as President of The RESS and that our movement continued of 23 such firmsmith, write selected Theo by Chaplainerfrd Military Chaplains Association. Unlike to be forward. Since 1962, our total oySth s a Cy the previous reports, I shall not devote membership (both regular and per- Because this entire matter will be aty. my attention to the general details of petual) has increased by 800. Through Becauseor item of consider atteion for the Canbusiness affairs-and shall leave that to memberships, by raising Special Gifts vention, in a session tomorrow morning, Karl Justus, who will give his annual where we could, through the generous I shall not go into detail now. Suffice report on Wednesday morning, support of Chaplains' Funds, with mod- it to say that representative of The
Rather, I wish to give a broad over- est gifts from a few foundations, and by Cumerford Corporation, Mr. Edward view, a perspective, embracing the five generous help from the Chicago and Condit, who is here at this Convention, wonderful years it has been my honor Boston Convention Committees-I can made a field survey, with the help of and privilege to serve as your president. report to you that our Association is in Karl Justus, in Washington, New York,
Well do I remember that in 1962, the best financial condition in its history. parts of New England and New Jersey
when our Convention met at the Air I might add this is true, also, of the and rtin fthe Philadelphia and PNewittsburgh Force Academy in Colorado Springs, MCA Trust Fund on which you will a progress was not as evident as it is now. have a report tomorrow. (Continued on Page 21)
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NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS
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C. PARDEE ERDMAN 1925--qhe ,e SJ.'s oyf ist Ljeant-- g66 KARL B. JUSTUS President MINUTES Executive Director JAMES ROY SMITH MILITARY CHAPLAINS ASSOCIATION CONVENTION Senior Vice-President Atlanta, Georgia DAVID B. SCHUCK 25-28 April 1966 Secretary.Treasurer
On 25 April, the Forty-first National Convention of The MiliBOARD OF ADVISORS tary Chaplains Association, meeting at The Dinkler Plaza Hotel MILTON S. KRONHEIM in Atlanta, Georgia, opened informally at 1930 Hours with a Chairman Reception, followed by a delicious Buffet Dinner served in the MARK W. CLARK International Ball Room. General, U.S. Army
President, The Citadel
AMPreside Chaplain Cullen B. Jones, president of the Atlanta Chapter
JACK DEMPSEY, hosting the Convention, served as Master of Ceremonies. The InCmdr., USCGR,
World Waril vocation was given by Ch (Col) Charles J. Murphy. Following dinALFRED M. GRUENTHER ner, a choral group of charming young ladies, The Wesleyannes, General, U.S. Army from Wesleyan College in Macon, gave a diversified concert which Former President, Was received with enthusiasm and warm applause. American Red Cross
LEWIS B. HERSHEY The speaker was the Reverend Hubert A. White, Haygood Memorial Lt. General, U.S. Army
Director, SelectiveService Church, Atlanta, whom Chaplain Jones referred to as "my good HON.DANIELK.INOUYE friend, Baldy White." Mr. White, displaying a rare sense of humU.S. Senator, Hawaii or, delighted the chaplains with his homespun jokes which only HON. EDWARD F. McGINNIS gave force to his serious thoughts and put the Convention off Cmdr.,USNR, Retired to a good start. Before Ch (Col) Wallace M. Hale pronounced the Former Sergeant-at-Arms, benediction, Chaplain Ryan announced that the Executive Committee U.S. Senate would meet immediately following dinner after which he appointed EDWARD ROSENBLUM the Rules Committee: Vice Chairman
U.S. Olympic Committee
HON. OLIN E. TEAGUE Clayton E. Day, Chairman; and Chaplains C. W. Ketchersid, U.S. Congressman, Texas John B. Parker, E. H. Campbell, Jr., James A. Tmewolla, FranGENETUNNEY cis Urbano, and James R. Boggs. Capt., USNR, World War II
* *--* * -K*)
At 0830 Hours on Tuesday, 26 April, chaplains gathered for Morning Devotions A Bible Vigil. This was an innovation, an Ecumenical devotional conceived by Chaplains James B. Murphy, Thomas Harris, and Gordon Schweitzer, held each morning. In general,
it was well received.
The Convention was officially called to order at 0900 Hours by Monsignor Patrick J. Ryan, president, who called for the report of the Rules Committee. Chaplain Justus, reporting for Chaplain
Day and the Rules Committee recommended "that Roberts Rules of
Order be observed in the conduct of all convention business" and
moved the adoption. It was so ordered.
Chaplain Ryan then appointed the following committees:
drChartered ty the initea States Conress
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Nominating Committee: Charles J. Murphy, Chairman; and Chaplains
Brown, Taylor, Rotrige, Sneary, Graves, J. Murphy, Ostrander, Lewis, Quinn, C. Jones, Tinsley, Appelgate, Folkers, Redfern,
Elson, Clayton, Wright, Vint, O'Gorman, Wallace, Dean and Sheehan.
Resolutions Committee: Robert F. McComas, Chairman; and Chaplains
White, Drury, Sherry, Smith, Hale, Hawko, Meschke, Fiedorczyk,
Fix, Bennett, Boozer, Crosby, Prudell, Currier, Humrn, Lynch, Shea,
Sobel, Markley, Olds, Sides, Goe, Wheeler and Paskow.
Time and Place Committee: R. W. Ricker, Chairman; and Chaplains
Hundley, Robinson, Jungfer, Jackson, Schulz, Theobald, R. Wallace,
Weber, Andrews and Alcorn.
Chapter Activities Committee: William E. Austill, Chairman; and
Chaplains Andreson, Milton, Kregel, Ernstmeyer, Drake, Stowe,
McLeod, Swasko, Thigpen, Tucker, W. White, Erickson and Shirey.
The next order of business was the presentation of the Annual Report
from the president. Chaplain Ryan, making his valedictory as the MCA's elected chief, gave an over-view of his five-year presidency depicting the steady growth of the Association. The President's Report, 1965,
is carried in full starting on Page 6.
Following this address, the Memorial Service began at 1000 Hours. A
specially-printed program was distributed. Dr. James W. May of Emory
University presided. After a prelude by the Third Army Band, there followed the Posting of the Colors, Pledge of Allegiance, and the National Anthem. The Prayer was in unison, as was the Responsive Reading. Music in the form of two anthems was rendered by the Candler Choraliers. The
chaplains stood silently as the Names of the Honored Dead were read,
after which the plaintive notes of Taps sounded. Twenty-two of our
fellow chaplains had died since the Boston Convention.
A brief recess followed the Memorial Service.
At C10BO Hours the first workshop session got underway. Dr. Jack S.
Boozer presided, serving as moderator. The presentation by Dr. Robert
T. Handy, of Union Theological Seminary, concerned itself with "The
Religious Role in American Life," focusing on the history of religion in our nation's development and on the religious pluralism of our day.
The panelists responding were: Dr. Theodore R. Weber, Candler School
of Theology; Reverend Philip J. Sullivan, S.J., retired Army chaplain; and Rabbi Jacob M. Rothschild of Atlanta. Weber pointed to the seeming
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emergence of a "national faith" and said this would be dangerous if it developed into a national versus a divine faith. He referred to
secularism as a compromise between religion and the civic order.
Father Sullivan spoke of the Ecumenical Movement, and said we must
preserve the basic principles of the Judaeo-Christian tradition. He said we must beware of superficiality. Rabbi Rothschild thought that
religion's role had not been as great as it ought to be. He felt that the churches could do more, but warned we must not become over-organized and "institutionalized."
The luncheon at 1300 Hours in the Ball Room was a delightful occasion. Chaplain Thomas A Harris presided, and the Invocation was given
by the Reverend R. Donald Kiernan. A splendid program of music was
provided by Mr. Frank Boggs. The speaker of the hour, the Honorable Carl A. Sander, Governor of Georgia, was introduced by Major General
George A. Hearn, Adjutant General of the State. After early remarks pinpointed with light-hearted humor, the Chief Executive of Georgia
delivered an inspiring, insightful address portraying a real knowledge of the problems facing America as well as those of his own State.
At the conclusion the Governor was given a rousing ovation, and the meeting adjourned after the Benediction by Ch (Col) Gerald C. Dean.
The afternoon was given over to meetings of the various Convention
Committees, and to sightseeing and relaxation for those who were free
to go.
With Ch (Col) James B. Murphy presiding, and the Invocation by Rabbi
Harry H. Epstein, the National Award Banquet began at 1900 Hours in
the Main Ball Room with a large attendance. A delicious dinner was
served after which The Cathedral Bellringers of Atlanta, a nationallyknown musical group, provided an excellent and diversified concert.
Chaplain Murphy introduced Ch (Maj Gen) Charles E. Brown, Jr., Chief
of Army Chaplains, and Ch, Maj Gen, Robert P. Taylor, Chief of Air
Force Chaplains, each of whom made brief, appropriate remarks. Rear Admiral Henry J. Rotrige, Deputy Chief of Navy Chaplains, was recognized by the Chairman.
Ch (Maj Gen) Patrick J. Ryan, president of the Association, presented the MCA's National Citizenship Award for 1966 to Senator Richard B.
Russell of Georgia. The Award to the Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee was richly deserved and warmly received. In accepting
the Award, Senator Russell gave a stirring address much of which related to our Armed Forces, Vietnam, and with generous praise for the chaplains.
The meeting adjourned with the Benediction by Capt. Robert McComas, CHC.
MAY'JUNE 1966 9




Wednesday, 27 April, started off with breakfast meetings of some of
the denominational groups and at 0830 Hours The Bible Vigil for all
not otherwise engaged.
At 0900 Hours, with Chaplain Ryan presiding, the second Business Session began. The first order of business was the Executive Director's
Annual Report for 1965. It is reproduced in this magazine in its entirety starting on Page 4.
Following this, Chaplain James Roy Smith made an excellent presentation of the gist of The Cumerford Report, a survey study made by The
Cumerford Corporation of Kansas City, at the behest of the MCA Executive Committee, to determine the feasibility and possibility of the MCA engaging in a major, nationwide campaign to raise funds. The substance of Chaplain Smith's "report on a report" is carried in this magazine. Efforts are already under contemplation to follow through on the recommendations, implementing them in the coming months so that a report may be brought to San Francisco, April 1967, for further action and projection.
(It is highly recommended that every member read Chaplain Smith's report."
Completing this phase of business, it was moved, seconded and adopted
by the Atlanta Convention, that the President, with the Executive Committee, appoint one or more "blue-ribbon" committees or task forces to study and re-define the MCA purpose, construct a program commensurate
with that purpose and need, and bring a report to San Francisco.
Chaplain Ivan L. Bennett, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, spoke
words of commendation about the work of Chaplain Ryan and Chaplain Justus in the building and promotion of the MCA. After that he referred to the Annual Report of the Board of Trustees, which had been distributed
to the delegates on entering the meeting room. (NOTE: The Operating Fund Report for 1965, and The Trustees' Report, as dated, are both reproduced herein as part of the official record and follow immediately after these
Minutes).
Next, Chaplain Bennett made five recommendations regarding improving
the financial status of the MCA said recommendations being made by
himself and Colonel A. S. Goodyear, Secretary-Treasuer of the Trustees.
The proposals were: -- (1) A budget committee be established in the Executive Committee with the secretary of the Board of Trustees as an exofficio member; (2) That the Executive Committee hereafter submit to the Association in convention assembled an operating budget for the ensuing year, subject to discussion, amendment and approval; (3) That, beginning with the next quarter (1 July 30 September 1966) and continuing each succeeding quarter, a maximum expenditure limit be set as the operating budget for that quarter, and that all other monies pertaining
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to the operating fund be kept on deposit in interest bearing and federally-guaranteed savings accounts; (4) That the investment and custody of funds pertaining the the permanent assets of the Association, be the recognized prerogative of the Board of Trustees, who shall hold and manage such assets under the Code of the District of Columbia and rules promulgated by the Superintendent of Corporations of the District; (5)
That requests for transfer of trust income to the operating fund be limited to actual need of such money, (over and above current value of the
operating fund) to meet operating expenses within the limits fixed by
the budget.
Upon completion, Chaplain Bennett moved that the Trustees Report be
approved as read ---- and that the recommendations be referred to the Executive Committee for study and possible implementation. There was a
second by James Roy Smith, and it was carried.
Chaplain C. Pardee Erdman, Senior Vice President of the MCA, next came
to the rostrum and spoke words of deep appreciation for the income received from Chaplains' Funds, particularly the generous offerings from
Army Chaplains' Funds, and pointed out how vital these had been to MCA's
stability and growth. He then went on record as being opposed to Chaplain Bennett's recommendations, more especially the idea of trying to set a workable operating budget on a quarterly basis, and turning any
excess income (providing there was any) immediately into savings accounts.
(The problems revolving around Chaplain Bennett's proposals from the
Trustees, all now referred to the Executive Committee, will be fully deliberated and action taken at the 27 October meeting of the National Executive Committee in Washington, D. C.)
Chaplain Corwin Olds took the floor and presented the Executive Director
with a check for $100 in full payment for a Perpetual Membership. And he
offered the suggestion that consideration be given to reducing the cost of
Perpetual Membership to $50 for retired chaplains. It will be considered.
At 1030 Hours the second and final Convention Workshop began, with Dr.
Jack S. Boozer again serving as presiding officer and panel moderator.
(The Workshops are covered in some greater detail in a summary, appearing
elsewhere, as prepared by Chaplain Boozer). The speaker at this session
was the Very Reverend Monsignor John J. Egan, Office of Urban Affirs, Chicago. Responding and participating from the panel were: Mr. Marvin Wall, Editorial Associate, The Atlanta Constitution, and Dr. Harold L. Johnson,
Professor of Business Administration, Emory University. This trio dealt with the great problems pressing on us in our cities, across the nation, and at the international level. The session adjourned at 1230 Hours, and
there was a break until luncheon.
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Congressman John Brademas of Indiana was to have been the speaker at
the luncheon held at 1300 Hours. However, business in Washington caused
him to cancel his engagement. In lieu thereof, Dr. James May of Emory University, who presided at the luncheon, offered continued remarks on
the lines of the Workshop presentation and discussion of the previous hour. A splendid musical program was offered by the Clark College Ensemble. The Invocation was given by Chaplain John H. Markley, and the
Benediction by Chaplain Robert J. Sherry.
The afternoon was again given over to free time for sightseeing, and
a completion of business on the part of the convention committees.
The President's Dinner began at 1900 Hours, Chaplain Ryan presiding,
and the Invocation was given by Chaplain Francis J. Quinn. Music was
provided by the Emory University Chamber Singers and the Womens Chorale.
Distinguished guests on the dais were introduced.
A surprise came next. Chaplain Murphy, Convention Chairman, presented
Monsignor Ryan with an impressive citation which, in warm, friendly
words expressed appreciation for the wonderful work Monsignor had done
as president of the MCA for five years, as well as for his long-time interest in the Association prior to his presidency. To round out the
citation, a large plaque, beautifully inscribed, was given to Monsignor
Ryan. Needless to say, the former "Chief" was somewhat speechless.
At that point, Chaplain Justus followed the Convention Chairman to the
rostrum. With warm personal words, Justus spoke of the fine friendship
that had developed over a fifteen-year period with Chaplain Ryan, and of
the close association the president and Executive Director had in the
MCA. On behalf of the Association, Chaplain Justus then presented Monsignor Ryan with an onyx-based, dual Parker Pen set, inscribed with a gold
plate, for his desk.
Earlier, on behalf of The Atlanta Chapter of the MCA, Chaplain Murphy
had presented Retired Chaplain Henry C. Stamey with a Certificate of Merit for his work in promoting the purposes of the MCA, and a Perpetual
Membership in the Association.
Chaplain Ryan then introduced the speaker of the evening, the Honorable Adrian S. Fisher, Deputy Director, US Arms Control and Disarmament
Agency, Washington, D. C., who gave a very interesting insight to the tremendous problems being dealt with in the field of disarmament. It made one realize how difficult the matter is, and howy important. The
meeting adjourned with the Benediction by Ch (Maj Gen) Charles E. Brown.
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On Thursday, 28 April, after Morning Devotions and Bible Vigil, the
final sessions of the convention got underway at 0900 Hours with Chaplain Ryan in the chair. The opening session was devoted to the completion of business and began with reports from the Convention Committees.
(Insertion) It should have been recorded under proceedings at The
President's Dinner, the evening of 27 April, that Chaplain Ryan read into the record messages of congratulation, commendation and approval
from President Lyndon B. Johnson, Vice President Hubert H. Humphrey, His Eminence Richard Cardinal Cushing, and from the New York Chapter
of The Military Order of the World Wars.
The Resolutions Committee Chaplain Robert F. McComas, Chairman,
reported thirteen resolutions as recommended by the Committee for convention consideration and action. Each of the thirteen proposed were adopted and are reported in full in this magazine. (See contents).
Chapter Activities Committee Chaplain William E. Austill, Chairman,
took the rostrum for this part of the meeting. Because of the brevity of time, which disallowed reporting from each chapter, only short reports were heard from New York, Atlanta, Southern California and San
Francisco. (More time MUST be allowed for this important purpose).
The following suggestions (briefed) were recommended for chapter adoption: "That each chapter be urged to"; (1) offer suppor to supervisory chaplains in combat areas to assist programs of troop welfare and
aid to war-impoverished indigenous personnel; (2) establish annual
award program within high schools of own area for best essay by senior on subject relating religious values to good citizenship; (3) establish annual vocational scholarships for young men preparing for ministry within major faiths; (4) establish Speakers' Bureaus for; preinduction preparation for high school seniors draft-eligible; interpret military chaplaincy to community organizations; assist with and
serve in community patriotic and military observances; (5) encourage
members to offer services to local Selective Service Boards for predeparture preparation of inductees; (6) establish and publicize community counseling service for military dependents whose sponsors are serving unaccompanied tours of duty overseas; (7) encourage members
to make professional services available to Reserve, National Guard and ROTC units in training, which do not have assigned chaplains; (8) try
to send copies of Minutes of each meeting to every other chapter;
FOUR additional considerations were offered: (a) that MCA establish
one or more awards to be annually presented for outstanding chapter
achievements in areas of programming, projects & community service; (b) that all future conventions allow adequate time for discussion of
chapter affairs and programs; (c) that names, addresses, phone numbers of chapter presidents be published annually in Military Chaplain; and
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(d) that the Executive Director request each chapter president to submit a brief summary of it year's achievements, and its plans, IN TIME
for duplication and distribution at the MCA Convention.
NOTE: THE NEW ENGLAND CHAPTER again published an attractive, printed
program of its year's activities. In its first effort to sponsor a major project, the chapter raised over $700 to provide equipment for an inter-denominational orphanage for blind children in Saigon. The project was carried out at the request of, and in cooperation with, the
Staff Chaplain, Military Assistance Command, Vietnam.
************
Time and Place Committee Chaplain R. W. Ricker, Chairman, stated
his report was in two parts the first relating to an attractive invitation for the 1968 convention. To extend this, he called on Chaplain
Wallace R. White, President of the Rocky Mountain Chapter.
Chaplain White, on behalf of The Rocky Mountain Chapter, in conjunction with the Chamber of Commerce of Colorado Springs, cordially invited
the 1968 Convention to be held at The New Antlers Hotel in that city.
The invitation was warmly approved and accepted. (Note: Chaplain White
and Nat'l HDQS. announce herein that the 1968 dates will be, 22 25,
APRIL, at the New Antlers Hotel, Colorado Springs, Colorado. Easter and
Passover will be gone, and these will be good dates. THEY ARE FIRM[!)
Chaplain Ricker, in the second part, offered a list of cities which
the Time and Place Committee desired to project (tentatively) through
1975. He referred to them as areas of wealth, culture, beauty, with
ample facilities, leadership and hospitality. In addition, he pointed
out that in each city there are many chaplains, and friends of chaplains,
whom the committee hoped would be so desirous of sharing the unique advantages of their cities with the rest of us that they would extend definite, firm invitations. THE LIST; 1969, Milwaukee 1970, Washington,
D. C. 1971, Chicago (tentatively offered again during 1964 convention
there) 1972, Los Angeles 1973, San Antonio 1974, Norfolk and,
1975, Indianapolis.
The convention, without dissent, approved this projected schedule.
Miscellany: Resolution 13 was amended so that suggested resolutions
"could be brought to convention; it was suggested Area Vice Presidents put pressure on Chapter Presidents "to produce"*; Chaplain Ryan spoke
appreciation for support of three Chiefs for the first time, and that two and one Deputy were attending; a relayed suggestion from Chaplain Taylor
was that conventions be "professional seminars" so that the Chiefs could
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place chaplains on "active duty" to attend the convention, thus insuring
an increase in attendance and participation; Charles Goe moved that
Radio and TV in Atlanta be complimented for coverage, and it was so ordered; and Chaplain McComas recommended that the Executive Director send
a copy of the Vietnam Resolution to General Westmoreland. (This was done on 1 May through Ch (Col) Theodore Kopeke, Vietnam Staff Chaplain) (A
copy was, also, transmitted to The White House).
The Nominating Committee Ch (Col) Charles J. Murphy, Chairman, reported for the Nominating Committee and, with no nominations offered
from the floor, on motion by Corwin Olds, which was seconded, a unanimous ballot was cast for the following slate of officers, as nominated
by the committee, for the year 1966-67.
President C. Pardee Erdman Area Vice Presidents
Sr. Vice President James Roy Smith First Area Maury Hundley
Secre-Treasurer David B. Schuck (no more second area)
Executive Committee Third Area James B. Murphy
(a 3-year term) Fourth Area Joseph Messing Samuel Sobel Fifth Area Robert McComas Robert P. Taylor Sixth Area Carroll Anderson
Board of Trustees
(1 elected, for a
6-year term)
Patrick J. Ryan
The final major address of the convention was given by Dr. Benjamin E.
Mays, distinguished President of Morehouse College, Atlanta. His subject
was, "A Look at the Future." In his remarks Dr. Mays, one of this Nation's
leading educators, brought a fine climax to the convention theme, "Let
All Men Know, We Hold These Truths."
With appreciation for Dr. May's address, words of commendation for a
fine convention, and a reminder that next year we will meet in the City
by the Golden Gate, the President declared the 1966 cony ntion adjourned
at 1145 Hours.
Respectfully submitted: 4
Kar Bennet stus
Executive D~ sector, MCA
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ANNUAL REPORT
FINANCIAL STATEMENT
MILITARY CHAPLAINS' ASSOCIATION 1965
EXPENDITURES Operating Fund
Salaries--- --------------------------------------- $13,474.91
Withholding & Social Security Taxes------------ 1,940.66
Office Expenses & Supplies (Equip, Maint, etc.) 2,615.87 Postage-------- ------------------------------------- 424.10
Fundraising & Membership Development----------- 1,245.06
The Military Chaplain (all costs)-------------- 3,316.74
Telephone & Telegraph----- ------------------------ -239.73
Insurance (compensation & bonding)------------- 143.15
Stock Dividends to Trust Fund------------------ 87.00
Grant to Trust Fund from Operating Fund-------- 30,000.00 Perpetual Memberships to Trust Fund----------- 1,700.00
Travel (field & office)------ --------------------- 240.67
Taxes (Employer's FICA, Real Estate, House fee) 724.78 Convention Expenses------ ------------------------- 703.62
(Boston, 1965 $472.47)
(Atlanta, 1966 $231.15)
Miscellaneous------- ------------------------------ 40.00
Withholding & Social Security Taxes (credit)--- (1,904.22)
SUB TOTAL $54,992.07 $54,992.07
HOUSE EXPENSE
Fuel (oil & gas)------- ---------------------------- 685.46
Electric--------- ----------------------------------- 311.25
Laundry----------- ---------------------------------- 243.34
Supplies-------- ------------------------------------ 273.32
Maintenance & Repairs---- ------------------------- 1,567.03
SUB TOTAL $3,080.40 3,080.40 TOTAL EXPENSES $58,072.47** RECAPITULATION
Cash in Bank, 1 January 1965-------------- $30,591.89
Income for 1965 (1st page)---------------- 40,513.88
GRAND TOTAL----- $71,105.77
Less BarkDebit (safety deposit box)--------- 7.50
TOTAL NET------- i,098.27
Less 1965 Expenditures- ------------------- -58,072.47
Cash in Bank 31 December 1965------------- $13,025.80
** When the $30,000 to the Trust Fund is deducted, the
Operating Expense for 1965 is -- $28,072.47
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ANNUAL REPORT
FINANCIAL STATEMENT
MILITARY CHAPLAINS' ASSOCIATION 1965
Cash in Bank, 1 January 1965 -------------------------------------$30,591.89
INCOME ALL SOURCES
Dues Regular Memberships ----------------------- $10,929.00
Perpetual Memberships -------------------------------- 1,745.00
Gifts (Chaplains' Funds)--- --------------------------- 15,491.15
Gifts (Others)----- -------------------------------------3,633.00
Stock Dividends------- --------------------------------- 119.00
Trust Fund (Earned Income, 1964)-- ----------------- 1,331.01
Convention Receipts, Boston--- ------------------------5,500.00
Rent (rooms and garage)---- --------------------------- 1,612.10
Subscriptions: "The Military Chaplain" ------------- 148.50
Miscellaneous--------- -------------------------------- 5.12
Total Receipts $40,513.88 $40,513.88
GRAND TOTAL $71,105.77 Total Income for 1965 $40,513.88 Total Expense for 1965, next pg. $58,072.47 Total Income for 1964 $43,002.22 Total Expense for 1964 $25,919.30
NOTE: The financial report for the year 1965, embracing all
Headquarters Operating Income and Expense, was prepared
for the Secretary-Treasurer by the Executive Director
and was taken from the official accountin ledger.
ATTEST: 11 4/ Srl B. Just
ecutive Di4ctor
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TRUSTEES' REPORT
Washington, D. C.
5 April 1966
TO: The Military Chaplains' Association
1710 Sixteenth Street, N. W.
Washington, D. C. 20009
The following is the financial report of the Board of Trustees,
Military Chaplains' Association of the United States of America, for
the period 5 April 1965 through 4 April 1966:
On deposit in Savings & Loan Associations 4.5/65------------ $34,605.02
Received since 4/5/65:
14 Perpetual Memberships----------------- $1,400.00 *
Dividends, IBM stock--------------------- 60.00
Dividends, Libbey-Owens-Ford stock------- 59.00 Interest on deposits-- --------------------- 1,981.25
TOTAL INCOME-------------------- $3,500.25 $3,500.25
Received from Operating Fund,MCA,10/19/65 $20,000.00
TOTAL RECEIPTS------------------8,105.27
Disbursements:
To Operating Fund, MCA, 4/1/66 (earned
income for 1965------------------------------------ -$1,735.33 **
Total Cash on Deposit 4/4/66-- ---------------------- $56,369.94 ***
* Perpetual Memberships: Clarence F. Golisch, Johnson
L. Griffin, Donald F. Forrester, William J. Higgins,
Gregoire R. Ratte, Reinard W. Beaver, Anthony R. Sidoti, John J. Sheehan, Frederick W. Cropp, Kenny E.
Lynch, LeRoy Boyd, Richard E. Robinson, Edward J.
DeMars, and Donald H. Ostrander.
(Report continued)
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** Letter, 4 February 1965, from the President of The Military Chaplains' Association, to the Trustees, requesting on behalf of the Executive Committee that the earned income for 1965 be transferred to the Operating Fund.
*** Cash on Deposit is as follows:
Columbia Federal Savings & Loan Association-------- $ 897.73 Perpetual Building Association--------------------- 12,010.97
Prudential Building Association-------------------- 10,000.00
First Federal Savings & Loan Association----------- 10,000.00
Interstate Building Association-------------------- 11,903.04
Equitable Savings & Loan Association--------------- 11,558.20
NET WORTH:
National Headquarters Building, estimated value---- $30,000.00
(does not include office equipment and house furnishings)
10 shares of IBM common stock 521 on 4/1/66-------- 5,210.00
20 shares of Libbey-Owens-Ford common stock at
574 on 4/1/66----------------------------------- 1,145.00
Cash on Deposit as above (total previous page)----- 56,369.94
TOTAL VALUE $92,724.94
Respectfully submitted:
IVAN L. BENNETT
JEREMIAH E. SULLIVAN
A. S. GOODYEAR
TRUSTEES
(Signed) A. S. Goodyear
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All Convention photos by Third Army PIO and/or Derickson Studios US ARMY
CHALINS4
OUR HERITAGE IN HISTORY
Hi, Fellas! We're underway History! 1775-1966
See you at the Banquet Senator Richard Russell speaks
Adrian S. Fisher speaking It's a happy pause
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THE PRESIDENTS MESSAGE TO BE AIR FORCE CHIEFS
(Continued from Page 6)
areas. After a report on that survey, and discussion in which we may all share, we
will seek to determine if it is feasible
and prudent to follow this course, or to
reject it and build the MCA step by
step.
Of one thing I feel certain: The
Military Chaplains Association is the
nest organization I know and I feel
sure it has a continuing bright future.
To assure this means hard work, a relentless striving toward our goals and,
above all, it means all of us working
together.
Thus, as I make ready to turn over
the tasks of the presidency, I want to
voice my warmest appreciation to my
fellow officers, to the members of our
Executive Committee, to the Trustees
and our Executive Director, and to all
our members, for the splendid support
given to me during these last five years.
It is this support which has helped
make "progress our most important
product."
To my successor I pledge my continued assistance and cooperation to the
end that our unfulfilled dreams, and Edwin R. Chess William L. Clark the larger, unfinished tasks which lie..
the larger, unfinished tasks which lie Chaplain Brig. Gen. Edwin R. Chess, Chaplain Clark, now 54, is from before us, will yet be accomplished, is to become Chief of Chaplains, USAF, Hattiesburg, Mississippi. He received his
FROM SETAF on 1 September 1966, having served as BA Degree from Mississippi College in Chaplain Alfred P. Lamm, SETAF Deputy Chief for four years. He has 1937. His seminary work was started at Chaplain sent the following greetings been nominated for the temporary rank Southwestern Theological Seminary in to the 1966 Convention: of major general, and succeeds Ch. Maj. Texas and completed with a BD Degree On behalf of the Southern European Gen. Robert P. Taylor who retires as at New Orleans Theological Seminary. Task Force Chaplains, I send best Chief 31 August. He has served in the South Pacific (8 wishes for an "interesting and exciting" At the same time, Ch. Col. William battle stars), the Philippines, Okinawa 1966 MCA Convention. Across the many L. Clark will become Deputy Chief of and Korea. He holds seven service miles, we are with you all in the spirit Air Force Chaplains having been nomi- medals. eof this year's challenging proposition, nated for the temporary rank of briga- Retiring Chief, Chaplain Taylor, has Let All Men Know, We Hold These dier general. He has served as Chief, been in the service twenty-six years, and Truths. In the turbulence of these Personnel Division, in the USAF Chief was a survivor of the Bataan Death times, the ageless truths of our faith of Chaplains Office. March in 1942, in connection with which must sustain and nourish us and those Chaplain Chess was born in Chicago he was awarded the Silver Star Medal horn we serve. This is the ultimate. and graduated from St. Mary of the for bravery and gallantry in action. He In our allegiance to God and country, Lake Seminary in Mundelein, Illinois. holds a BA Degree from Baylor Unimandin witness to the "Truth that makes He was ordained a priest in 1937. He is versity, and Master and Doctor of men free," we can do no other. Please be 53. Pope John XXIII appointed Chaplain Theology Degrees from Southwestern assured of our continued interest in and Chess a Domestic Prelate with the title Baptist Theological Seminary. supportt of The Military Chaplains As- Right Reverend Monsignor in 1962. In association program. Kindest regards to all. World War II he served in the Mediter- Chaplain Taylor and Chaplain Clark
42 have long been members of the Military
2 National Convention San Francisco ranean Theatre of operations and later have long been members of the Military "The City That Knows How!!" in Korea. In the course of his career he Chaplains Association.
3-6 April, 1967 has received fourteen medals and decora- We wish Chaplains Chess and Clark
Sheraton-Palace Hote
Hot tions. well in their new responsibilities.
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MCA CONVENTION RESOLUTIONS, 1966 Presidents while, at the same time steers a steady course in the quest of
As presented by Chaplain Robert F. bership growth, increased financial se- just and durable peace. quest of a McComas, Resolutions Committee Chair- curity, and more efficient administration: man, the following Resolutions were THEREFORE, The Military Chaplains 8. WHEREAS, in these days of crisis adopted: Association extends to the Executive Di- unity is the rock of our national
1. WHEREAS, we recognize all the rector a sincere expression of gratitude strength, we deplore and repudiate all details involved in the planning, organiz- and confidence. efforts to divide us along lines of re. ing and conducting of a successful con- 6. WHEREAS, we clergymen, inti- ligious, racial or class differences. vention: THEREFORE The Military mately involved with the religious and 9. WHEREAS, The Military ChapChaplains Association here assembled moral welfare of military personnel, de- lains Association has noted that pornog. expresses its gratitude to all who had a plore the tendency today toward the raphy erodes the moral welfare and part in making this convention an out- unification and standardization of values morale of our fighting men, and notes standing success-the officers of the on a secular plane, while the overwhelm- that the Supreme Court of the U. S. has Association, our Executive Director, the ing majority of our people profess faith recently reaffirmed the eternal truth that President and members of the Atlanta in God and, whereas, we are disturbed obsenity is a destructive threat to the Chapter, the Convention Chairman, the that the voice of the church is so often spiritual and moral well-being of our Planning Committee, all who rendered muted by default, tuned out by indiffer- people: We hereby resolve that this Aslogistic support, the speakers, presiding ence, or ignored in the hustle and bustle sociation shall reaffirm its concern that officials, chairmen of meetings and com- of secular man's struggle for success and further emphasis be placed on the conmittees, chaplains in supporting roles, security: BE IT RESOLVED that the trol of these materials within the Armed entertainers, and the personnel of the MCA through the individual and col- Forces. Dinkler Plaza Hotel. lective efforts of our chaplains revitalize 10. WHEREAS, the MCA members
2. WHEREAS, The Military Chap- our chapter programs and develop proj- at this convention have been constantly lains Association and all members who ects to make chaplains more knowledge- reminded of the significant service renattended the 41st National Convention able, and our service projects more dered by the chaplains of the Army, are indebted to the City of Atlanta for relevant, to the pressing needs of our Navy, Air Force and Marines in bringher most sincere and gracious Southern Nation and the world. ing the message of faith and consolation hospitality: THEREFORE, the MCA ing the message of faith and consolation expresses its thanks to the people of 7. WHEREAS, we are aware of the to our fighting forces at home and
Atl sta han l te wope o vocal and demonstrative opposition of abroad and, WHEREAS Senator Richard Atlanta and all her citizens who speciianty a.d ritins o sie some citizens to our present national B. Russell of Georgia, Chairman of the cifically made contributions of service on
our behalf, policy in Southeast Asia, and the effect Armed Services Committee, has ext this could have on the morale of our pressed profound appreciation for the 3. WHEREAS, the delegates of this Armed Forces committed there, and on outstanding contribution made by the convention have benefited by the avail- the will of the enemy to pursue the chaplain toward the high morale and ability of military air transportation, and conflict rather than to seek arbitration well-being of our servicemen, born out Reserve Chaplains have benefited by hav- in the interests of peace; and whereas of personal experience over several ing this convention designated as a our chaplains who have and are serving decades: BE IT RESOLVED that the Training Conference and are credited there are unanimous in their agreement MCA in convention assembled expresses with points for attendance, the MCA that they, with the men they are com- its deep appreciation and gratitude to expresses its gratitude to the Army, mitted to serve, are where they ought to the Department of Defense for the outNavy and Air Force for their encourage- be, that our mission is just, and the standing support given to the military ment of attendance and interest in the
k of tanycadinst n t needs of the people there for our sup- chaplaincy. work of military chaplains and our
Association. port, military, financial and humani- 11. WHEREAS, we of the Military
.tarian is real and urgent; and whereas, Chaplains Association are concerned
4. WHEREAS, the members of the the American people looking to us as with the religious and cultural rights of MCA are all indebted to our outgoing their chaplains have a right to expect with the religious an u o President, Ch (Maj Gen) Patrick J. from us a word regarding our convic- people everywhere, we call upon the Ryan, USA (Ret), for his faithful and tions in this matter: BE IT RESOLVED, government of the Soviet Union to grantpeople.
efcieservice thogothsfv-er tosi hsmte:B TRSLE, full religious freedom to all its people. effective service throughout his five-year that the MCA supports the President, We note with dismay the supression of tenure: THEREFORE, we express our our Commander-in-Chief, and his policy Judaism in the Soviet Union and urge gratitude, respect and the promise of our in effect in Southeast Asia-a policy that government to permit the openg prayers and loving concern for him as which continues to defend freedom, re- of Jewish Religious Schools and syna he continues to serve God and country. sists aggression, deplores the wanton o esn te blushing f tx
5. WHEREAS, we all appreciate the violation of a nation's sovereignty, and gogues, and the publish ing be able to quality of leadership exercised by our honors our national commitments made that the Jewish people may be able to Executive Director, reflected in our mem- in good faith in the names of three (Continued on Page 30)
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I IV
Chaplain Brown "We bring you greetings" Chaplain Taylor
Quinn, Rotrige, Ryan, and Markley It's a jolly group
Mrs. J. A. Beall, Senator Russell Well, it's like this
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Convention Greetings Survey Report are a few of those persons. In the
The White House military; General Matthew Ridgeway,
The spiritual leaders of our military Admiral Arleigh Burke, General Lewis forces are front-line soldiers in America's B. Hershey, and General Anthony Mc. commitment to free men's hearts and j Auliffe. Among political persons; Honsouls wherever tyranny and oppression orable Brooks Hays, Senator Daniel restrains them. Inouye, Dr. Walter Judd,Senator B
As The Military Chaplains Associa- Everett Jordan. From the business cona tion meets in convention, I know that munity; Jack Dempsey, Gene Tunney, Americans everywhere are heartened by Mrs. Emma Nollen, assistant to Henry the message of your timely theme, "Let Luce, and Willard Rockwell, of Rock All Men Know We Hold These well Manufacturing Company, PittsTruths." burgh. In the church area; His Erni
Let all men know that America is nence Richard Cardinal Cushing, The "One Nation under God." Let all men Right Reverend Henry Knox Sherrill, know she espouses the way of human Monsignor Robert Ahern, Secretary to dignity and freedom. Let all men know His Eminence Cardinal Spellman, and that she is the arsenal of Democracy as Dr. Daniel Poling. From the field of well as its vigilant guardian. education; Dr. John Sloan Dickey, PresiAnd as you go forth to bring God's Dr. James Roy Smith dent, Dartmouth College, Dr. Nathan Word to our brave men in uniform, let Pusey, President, Harvard University, the world be the witness of the spiritual Editor's Note: We present a condensed, and Dr. Robert F. Goheen, President, fibre which made and preserves us a but adequate, version of Dr. Smith's Princeton. Nation. Lyndon B. Johnson report to the 1966 Convention-and can The interview details combine to say
The Vice President add that President Erdman, Vice Presi- the climate in America is most favorThe 41st Convention of The Military dent Smith, and the Executive Director able to Military Chaplains. Many ques. Chaplains Association is an important are already projecting the recommenda- tions were asked, including attitudes tooccasion--not only for the members of tons. ward Chaplains, the MCA, and should occasion-not only for the members of tions. MCA have an expanded role in Ameriyour devoted organization, but for every can life. We suggested no fixed plans, thinking American who cherishes your I am here as a substitute. Originally but discussed a National Headquarlters
--our-highest values. Edward Condit of The Cumerford Cor- Building in Washington-with three
I convey my warmest personal greet- poration was to present this report. Last possible functions: (1) A Military Chapings to your members. Of all the fine night at midnight the Executive Comn- lains' Museum, (2) a Memorial Chapel ways of serving God and Man, none mittee requested that I do so. to Military Chaplains for use by persons exceeds in importance the ministry. In my hand is a 49-page study report, of all faiths, and (3) space available to What a double privilege it is to minister which I want to quickly summarize. A be rented to such agencies as the General to the particular needs of those who word of background is required. During Commissioin on Chaplains, and Deserve in our Armed Forces. Chaplain Ryan's five-year presidency, he nominational agencies, to bring under
From my own visits to our service- has constantly emphasized the necessity one roof those agencies working with men in Viet Nam and elsewhere, I know for an MCA endowment to strengthen military chaplains. that every effort is indeed being made our future. The Executive Committee Without exception among the non' to look after their spiritual-as well as has discussed this many times. Last year military we found favorable response. their material-well-being. This is as it it acted. In our own family we found only one must be. The future of the Free World I was authorized to survey fund- major objector. Three statements from depends on the vigilance, the courage, raising organizations. I studied thirty significant persons were: (1) ". .it is the spiritual and physical health of our and found one, The Cumerford Cor- high time a substantial program and ademen in uniform and of our allies. poration of Kansas City, that had ex- quate facilities were at the dispose f
Our nation's military chaplains have perience raising funds within the mili- military chaplains." (2) "We need to a most inspiring heritage. What deeds tary. We engaged this firm for $3,500 to tell why chaplains need an association. of valor you have performed in every make a sampling of the image of the Chaplains are human, and they need a part of the world at the side of our MCA. Not one cent of the $3,500 came capable, paid staff . to keep them heroes; what comfort you have given; from MCA funds. Two individuals moving." (3) "No group of clergy anywhat guidance and aid. God's fullest made this gift, and would not have done where in the world, and especially in blessings on the Association's continued so had we not made the study. We have the U.S.A., have done more for the work maintaining your-our-priceless no further obligation to Cumerford. ecumenical advance; and no other grouP heritage. Hubert H. Humphrey About the survey: In six weeks over (Continued on Page 29) forty persons were interviewed and here (Continued on Page 30)
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The Cathedral Bell Ringers Emory University Women's Chorale
A Plaque to the President And a Gift from the MCA
Chaplain Erdman just elected Director, President, Sr. Vice Pres.
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A W ORKSHOP RESUME The program was divided into three sized that while the city is blessed by By parts, taking all of the time of the Work- God, the new form of a closed, class Dr. Jack Boozer shop sessions each morning, with con- society-the affluent versus the dispose
Those who planned the program for siderable illumination from the addresses sessed-has arisen. The new phenome. the Atlanta Convention/Workshop, un- at the festive occasions. (1) A glimpse non of the modern city is the "poor der the leadership of Chaiplain James at our history. (2) And analysis of without hope." The problem of the poor May and Chaplain James Murphy, set changes and problems. (3) A look to- has always been with us, but the "poor out deliberately to test the interest of ward the future, without hope" are a challenge to all chaplains in a program which would in- Dr. Robert Handy, Professor of Ameri- who care about people. vite sustained attention to an analytical can Church History at Union Theo- Dr. Harold L. Johnson, Professor of and constructive study of a problem in logical Seminary in New York City, Economics at Emory University, spoke national life. In the deliberations of the gave the opening address, "Religion's of the demands we place on our econ. planning committee a particular idea Role in American Life." He maintained omy, some of which are contradictory, took form, to use the convention to at- that religious freeedom in early America, and the limited ability of the economy tempt a reappropriation of the best as well as today, is the result of a mar- to produce what is demanded. The forces of the religious tradition of riage of practical necessity and theoreti- American Dream gives rise to the noAmerica within the context of con- cal conviction. The climate of religious tion that we can have both plenty and temporary life. It was hoped we, in the freedom in America today, however, is justice. It may well be, however, that Association, might confront one another nurtured by a new conviction about co- only rich nations can afford to be just with fresh honesty and good will, to see operation in the ecumenical movement Mr. Marvin Wall, editorial writer for if we could not together find a voice for and the acceptance of a radical religious The Atlanta Constitution, asked if the the great vision of humaness in Jewish pluralism. He quoted a statement by Dr. churches were not "signed up" to the and Christian faith-dignity, honor, Abraham Heschel: "Anti-Semitism is national interest. He indicated the courage, compassion and devotion. It anti-Christianity, anti-Christianity is anti- tangled confusion in international relawas, also, hoped we might be thoroughly Semitism." Tensions between religions tions and appealed to the churches and realistic about the problems which every continue, but they promise to be creative the clergy to transcend national self. man faces today, to see the meaning of rather than destructive, interest and to serve that same interest religious faith in relation to these prob- Dr. Jacob Rothschild, an Atlanta by refreshing the understanding of the lems, and to recover the vitalities of faith Rabbi, Father Philip Sullivan of the American people have of the dignity to deepen, strengthen and intensify the Jesuit Seminary, Warnesville, Pennsyl- and integrity of all human life. life of man. vania, and Dr. Theodore Weber, Profes- Governor Carl Sanders of Georgia,
Robert M. Hutchins, in the Preface sor of Christian Social Ethics at Emory and Mr. Adrian Fisher, Deputy Director, to the printed account of Pacem in Ter- University, Atlanta, constituted a panel U.S. Arms Control & Disarmament ris Conference in New York in '65, to criticize and supplement the address Agency, skillfully augmented this aspect speaks about Pope John's great En- of Dr. Handy. Dr. Rothschild reminded of the program by their addresses on cyclical. "The reason why the Encyclical us that religious strength has not always Federal and State cooperation, and the is refreshing is that it breaks through the been used to strengthen Democracy and challenge of disarmament. cliche curtain and talks a kind of hard, suggested that the "religious establish- The format of the program was common sense." ment" in America tends to oppose all altered for the third and final session
The program of the 1966 Convention change and, in so doing, to discourage as one person, Dr. Benjamin Mays, was structured to undertake "a kind of the principles of the Declaration of In- President of Morehouse College, Athard, common sense" about what re- dependence. Dr. Weber spoke of plural- lanta, spoke on a "Look at the Future." ligious faith has and has not done, what ism and secularism, asking if the ecu- He rehearsed changes in the last cenfaith should and might have done in our menical spirit does not suppress the ele- tury, and confirmed the continuing relehistory, but did not. Two beams of light ments of offense in a particular faith in vance of the Biblical words: "What doth provided the foci within which the hard favor of a kind of "national faith." the Lord require of thee but to do ijus. talk took place. Father Sullivan said that the substratum tice, love mercy, and walk humbly with
"We hold these truths to be self evi- of truth in Jewish and Christian faith is thy God"; and, "now abideth faith, hope, dent, that all men are created equal, that directly responsible for the new spirit of love, but the greatest of these is love." they are endowed by their Creator with good will in the ecumenical movement. Reaffirming his faith in God and certain inalienable rights, that among In the second part of the program, an trust in America, Dr. Mays led the con. these are life, liberty and the pursuit effort was made to understand forces vention to an unspoken, but powerful raitic, joyful cofiof happiness." The second was a frag- operative in the world today, forces mood of sober, realistic, joy coWe ment of a sentence from the Inaugural which affect the lives of all men. Mon- dence: "Let all men know address of the late President John F. signor John Egan of the Office of Urban still hold these truths!" this e Kennedy, "Let all men know." Hence Affairs, Chicago Catholic Archdiocese, It was in this mood, and on this the theme of the Conference, "Let all placed before us the problem and oppor- vated plane, that the 1966 Convention/ men know . We hold these truths!" tunity of the modern city. He empha- Workshop adjourned on 28 May.
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..... Director could not be there that date. Military Airlift Wing, California ANG,
Chapter N ews The officers of the new chapter are: at the Guard Base during May. Unit
r President-Hugh B. Goldsby Chaplain, Carroll Anderson, 6th Area
Vice Pres-Jack C. Randles Vice President of the MCA, made the
Editor's Note: Because of so much con- Sec-Treas-James R. Endress presentation to Brigadier General Rayvention news to cover, we were not sure mond Kopecky, 146th Commander, who we would have space for Chapter News. New England Chapter accepted on behalf of the 1660 men and However, we are happy to carry below In March the chapter met at the Bos- women of the unit. the reports we received in recent weeks. ton Naval Shipyard. A heavy rain preDeadline for the July-August issue of vented a visit aboard the USS Constitu- Golden Gate Chapter the newsletter is 1 August. In that issue tion. April found 22 members at Atlanta, This chapter and its 1967 Convention we will carry names and addresses of where a second New England member, Committee are already busily engaged Chapter Presidents. PLEASE BE SURE John Sheehan, was elected to the Na- in planning next year's convention. In that we have the up-to-date information. tional Executive Committee. During April the chapter met in the Officers' (KBJ) May the meeting was at Pease Air Force Club, McClellan Air Force Base. A freak Base, where Chaplain Wingo arranged a accident occurred when Chaplain MorAlaska Chapter tour of SAC Alert Facility. Officers will ris was shot in the ankle. Telephone The Charter meeting of the Alaska be elected in June. engineers in the adjoining room unwitChapter was held at Fort Greely on 19 tingly aimed their construction gun April and a full agenda of business was New York Chapter while making an installation. Apart conducted. Chaplain E. J. Speitel was On 9 May the New York Chapter from the excitement, and an early adselected as the delegate to the conven- elected the following officers: journment, much business was contion. Chapter officers elected were: President-Donald Beers ducted. Chaplain Bennett reported two President-Ch (Col) Lisle Bartholo- Vice Pres-Reuven Siegel preliminary meetings had been held on mew Treasurer-James Doyle the Workshop for Ministry to Young Vice Pres-Ch (Col) John F. Albert Secretary-Walter C. Daib Adults, and agreed to serve as ChairSec-Treas-Ch (Maj) John E. Reed The executive Committee decided to man of the project. Chaplain Herman Nine new members for the MCA were try to enlist more members, reminding Kregel conducted the program due to enlisted at this meeting. chaplains the chapter is part of the na- the unavoidable absence of his speaker.
tional organization. It was hoped that
Atlanta Chapter Coast Guard Headquarters, Governor's No report was received from Atlanta, Island, could be added to meeting places and none expected. That Chapter has for the year, and various military instalbeen busy writing finis to the details of lations are being canvassed for speakers. the very successful 1966 Conventionpaying the bills, making acknowledge- Rocky Mountain Chapter ments, and preparing items for the The Rocky Mountain Chapter has archives, already set in motion initial effort to plan the 1968 Convention in Colorado
Chicago Chapter Springs. It will be at the New Antlers The Chicago Chapter met on 9 May, Hotel, 22-25 April 1966. Ch, Col. Philip for luncheon at the Naval Armory, with L. Green, USAF, Retired, has been twenty members in attendance. Presi- appointed Chairman of a Planning Comndent Robert F. McComas gave a report mittee which will have its first meeting on the Convention, and stated 24 mem- in June.
belrs from Chicago attended. New officers, to take office in September, were Southern California Chapter elected. A special dinner meeting of the ChapPresident-Alfred P. Klausler ter was held the evening of 10 May, with Vice Pres-Anthony Tinklenberg about 100 chaplains and wives present. Sec-Treas-Clifford T. Weathers National President C. Pardee Erdman installed the new officers:
Goldvault Chapter President-James K. McConchie MCA's newest chapter is The Gold- Vice Pres-William LaSor vault Chapter, organized around a nu- Treasurer-Armin Geisler Berlin Brigade Chaplain, Harmon cleus at Fort Knox, Kentucky. Though Secretary-J. C. Hoff Moore (r) views D.D. Degree given IDQS has not received a report, it is The 1966 Merit Award of the MCA, him by Tokyo Union Theological Seminary. BB Chief of Staff, Col.
known that the chapter was chartered Southern California Chapter, was pre- Charles B. Hazeltine, listens to the at a meeting on 23 May. The Executive sented to the Van Nuys-based 146th story. Congratulations, Chaplain!
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Congratulations, Senator! Stamey becomes Perpetual Member
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CONVENTION GREETINGS
(Continued from Page 24)
Cardinal's Residence
ar Monsignor Ryan:
t has come to my attention that The Military Chaplains Association of the United States of America will hold its ainail Convention in Atlanta, Georgia on April 25, 26, 27 and 28, 1966. One year ago, Boston was honored to serve as the host city for the convention. Many of our Archdiocesan priests participated in the various sessions and actividies with my approval and encouragement,
mThe purpose of this letter is to convey to the members of your Association Title "The Other Face of Charlie Brown," the above photo was taken at a myi heartfelt greetings and cordial good Rod and Gun Club near the Army Post at Orleans, France. The Chief of wishes. I am keenly aware of the mag- Army Chaplains, an avid fisherman as well as a "fisher of men" says "God nificent performance of our chaplains in gives a man an extra year of life for every hour spent fishing." If so, ime of war and of peace. For this reason Chaplain Brown will be around a long time-and we hope he is! tie of war and of peace. For this reason I will continue to assign priests to the Armed Forces. It is a unique and important apostolate. It is deserving of our very best.
Wishing you every blessing, I am Richard Cardinal Cushing
Military Order of World Wars
The Commander, the Staff and all Companions salute you and the members of the Military Chaplains Association of the United States of America, gathered together for your Forty-first Annual Convention in Atlanta, Georgia. May the days ahead give you added strength in your daily ministering to all.
Frank R. Stich
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Th hes selection The taldrials are staked bu The Military Chaplain, the follow- I orde proccssin dteive orc wnd usaUrulum ores deduiled from this inwatory, ing men have become Perpetual i er-if ttea s ti --toriuitc Members of The Military Chaplains Association.
Clifton Bell
Corwin H. Olds Henry C. Stamey
Along with the MCA's regular membership, the roster of Perpetual Members has been steadily growing. W8e hope the growth will continue In both categories.
W8o WILL BE LISTED HERE NEXT?
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CONVENTION RESOLUTIONS, A SURVEY STUDY MCA should move. If the '67 Conven.
1966 (Continued from Page 24) tion adopts this, then we would enter can make wiser and more valuable use a two-fold second phase. With a fixed (Continued from Page 22) of the ecumenical trend than the chap- program, we would go to active and relive in accordance with their historic lains." tired military chaplains and say this is traditions. From many opinions in the report, I what we want to do. We can do it only offer only two. One says the MCA is with your support-become an active, 12. WHEREAS, resolutions contem- an ingrown unit concerned only with participating, dues-paying members. This plating official adoption by the MCA are chaplains, a professional society in- would require restructuring of some often suggested to the Resolutions Comn- terested only in itself-like a "spiritual chapters and organizing of some new mittee in incomplete form, or spon- forty and eight" society of dinner meet- ones. taneously proposed from the floor with- ings, or a club for retired chaplains who out adequate time for consideration or reminisce concerning their former active At the same time, we would carry on debate; and, WHEREAS, in order to duty days. They have no program or in- a public relations program to improve
debte;and WHRES, n oderto duty days. They have no program or in- MCA's national image. The report shows protect and reflect the dignity of this terest that goes beyond the chaplains the chaplain'sal image isThe remendous, but shws organization all resolutions officially and therefore (says the non-military comn- the chaplain's image is tremeunknown. This callsbut adopted by the MCA should be carefully munity) we're not interested in helping the MCA's image is unknown. This calls studied and formulated; and, WHERE- such a narrow-opinioned group. for public relations. After this comes AS, the time, the Association or its The other opinion, from the same phase three. It would be fundraising Resolutions Committee has during the group, says the chaplains are selling among our own members and chapters. annual convention is far too limited to themselves short. They have a unique If we believe in MCA, let's match our carefully analyze, study, and properly contribution to make outside the military beliefs with our gifts. If they are of a phrase resolutions when they are sub- circle, but apparently are not concerned quality that shows faith in our program, and having done the first three steps, we
mitted at the convention or proposed on about making this. We think the chap- and having done the first three steps, we the floor; THEREFORE, BE IT RE- lains ought to get beyond their own in- could then go to individuals, foundations SOLVED, that the following be adopted terests and become an action organiza- and businesses and challenge them to as a matter of policy by the MCA: tion with a program of service to give substantially to assure our objectives.
a. Resolutions to be proposed must be America. I believe this convention has brought submitted to the Executive Director of I believe we should decide if we want a mark of maturity to the MCA. We the MCA in writing, completely phrased to continue to be the first group, or if should take this forward step, assuring and typed-with wide margins and we have come to a maturity that would that the MCA will become one of the double spaced-at least sixty days before lead us now to become the second group. great, not only professional, but service the convention, and Our objectives read that we are a group organizations of our Nation. The chap for fellowship and fraternity, that we lain, using his deposit of experience and b. All such proposed resolutions be are to impart religious information about dedication, will make an impact on the circulated to the entire membership by the military, and that we are to exchange Nation at large throught this expanded being published in the last issue of The ideas and plans that have been helpful program, and I recommend to you that Military Chaplain before the pending amongst the chaplains. These three ob- we accept this report. convention.
convention. jectives justify the conclusion we are
EDITOR's NOTE: Floor action amend- interested only in ourselves. If this is ed the above to read: "or be brought to what we want, this report has no signi- "NOW HERE THIS" the convention"--but that destroys the ficance, but if we want to perform a frSummer is here, and for those who breezes free to cake "leave" the warm breezes
meaning and purpose of paragraph (a) service to society, the report is worth- beckon for a spot of vacation at the sea deed, invent the future. If you tire of while. I believe the time has come to shore, the mountains, or just the goodd backyard.
meet the second objection. But MCA's work goes on, just like jobs ALSO, if the resolution is to be The Executive Committee did not ask and responsibilities do for most of us, so the cost of operations does not take a
observed for the 1967 convention, (a) me to make recommendations, but if I holiday. a s den Y i inasmuch as the convention begins 3 did-I believe it is time to be more HOWEVER, 1966 DUES evident x-did not get the word; they have
April, and (b) inasmuch as the last aggressive in promoting that deposit of tended "leave" because we haven't seen issue of The Military Chaplain before wisdom, courage and dedication to God many of them around HDQS the last two months.
that convention must be in the Post and country symbolized by chaplains, About 400 MCA members have not paid196 due, ad tat means $2,000
Office 28 February (the January- and do so through MCA in a well- paid 1966 dues, and that rttis ma00 income which would pay for this erP
February issue), therefore (c) ALL structed program of service to our zine with nearly $1,000o left for tr PROPOSED RESOLUTIONS MUST society. expenses. SE SEN So, wherever you are, PLEASE SENt
REACH NATIONAL HEADQUAR- I would like us to appoint a study IN YOUR DUES IF YOU HAVEN'T TERS BY 28 DECEMBER, 1966. LET committee to bring to the San Francisco DONE SO. That will vote for Ro Smith's recommendations.
ALL MEMBERS TAKE DUE NO- convention a spelled-out program to be The Executive Director TICE AND ACT ACCORDINGLY. considered as the direction in which the
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The lilitar Chaplains associationn
of the United )tates of f[mtrica
National Citizenship Award
to
Senator Richard B. Russell
THE MILITARY CHAPLAINS ASSOCIATION is pledged to promote fraternity and
fellowship among all chaplains of the Armed Forces, to safeguard and strengthen among
military personnel a proper esteem for the spiritual values on which our Nation grew to greatness, and thus contribute to the national defense. In annual convention, the Association proudly recognizes a distinguished citizen who has contributed significantly to the fulfillment
of this pledge.
Senator Richard B. Russell of Georgia is such a man. Princely in affairs of State, impressively able, of unquestioned integrity, loyalty and courage, Senator Russell has addressed himself untiringly to the concerns of our country, with due regard to the particular interests of his
constituency in Georgia.
As Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Commitee, he is the foremost authority in Congress on military affairs. He is a strong champion of an invincible defense for America and the free world, yet mindful of the needs and rights of all those who provide that defense. Esteemed by all who know him, respected by all services of the Armed Forces, honored for his achievements, loved for his simplicity, a "Senator's Senator," Mr. Russell stands in the noble tradition of
those who have served well our Nation.
The Military Chaplains Association at its Forty-first National Convention in Atlanta, Georgia, April 1966, is honored to bestow its National Citizenship Award on Senator Richard
B. Russell of Georgia.
National utive Director Pre t
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THE MILITARY CHAPLAIN "SECOND CLASS POSTAGE PAID AT WASHINGTON, D,
National Headquarters: 1710 16th St., N.W., Washington, D. C. 20009 Telephone: ADams 232-1667
Vol. XXXIX May-June, 1966 No. 3
RETURN REQUESTED
DIRECTOR'S REPORT, 1965 their members-and some of these chap- of control-and there are others, but i
(Continued from Page 4) ters undertake projects that are signifi- leave you to make your own problem cant in meeting real needs of persons out- census. It may be our emphasis should as far back as 1958 have, recently, en- side the MCA membership. be directed toward Youth. And maybe listed again. Most encouraging is that On the other hand, some of our chap- none of these are areas of concern for in the last membership year, nearly 2,000 ters meet infrequently, have no planned MCA, but if they are not, we should of the regular members paid dues in the program, devise no projects and, actu- determine what is! twelve-month period, and that is a ally, their meetings are little more than 3. Finally, our Executive Committee is record. social occasions. There is ample intelli- trying to ascertain our future needs and
My one regret about membership is gence and imagination among our mem- how they can be met. A projection of a that I still firmly believe it is below what bers everywhere to do better than this, tentative format for the future, and ho, it ought to be. I continue to think we and officers should be elected who dis- we might proceed, will be given we might proceed, will be given b
should have at least 3,000 members. Fur- play leadership. Chaplain James Roy Smith f thermore, if many of our members would As funds permit, and overcrowded Chaplain James Roy Smith follow me.
extend themselves as Father John Shee- responsibilities allow, I offer to do two han of Boston did last year, we would things, if so desired: first, to occasionally However, in the not-far future, we reach that goal. visit important chapter meetings if I can face a three-pronged need, which could
From here on I want to talk about the be helpful; secondly, to appear on pro- be one package (1) an adequateN future, just as I have been doing four grams of Training Conferences for Su- tional Headquarters building providing years. If I possessed the oratorical com- pervisory Chaplains, if invited, as I did better facilities for our members and' mand of the King's English that marked last fall at Fort Meade on the invitation efficiency of operations, which ough the renowned Sir Winston Churchill, of Chaplain Ned Graves, who is now also, include a Memorial Chapelt I could better stimulate you to help our CONARC Chaplain-and as I will do military chaplains, and, conceivably, if Association embrace a brighter future next October for the Sixth Army meet- large enough, house some of the chap because, working together we can, in- ing. laincy commissions. (2) More import deed, invent the future. If you tire of 2. The second comment relates to pro- antly to create and execute an enlarge hearing me say this, and write about it gram. I urge that ALL our members, program which becomes our "raison in The Military Chaplain, I have but one not just the Executive Director sitting in d'tre, rather than pointing to the state reply. Once a minister went to a new Washington, undertake the responsibility purpose in our constitution, which sopm parish. Having surveyed his flock, he of helping to determine how the high think might be more realistically po preached four consecutive Sundays on purposes of this Association can be best trayed, with funds sufficient to provide the subject, "Repent ye, for the Kingdom translated into terms of a practical pro- staff and field service to implement this. of Heaven is at hand." At the end of the gram that will make an impact within (3) Hopefully, to raise enough funds to sermon that fourth Sunday, some of his and without the Armed Forces. Exactly further secure and enlarge the endowofficial laymen could stand it no longer, where that impact should be directed, I ment we have worked toward. They said, "Preacher, we are tired of do not at the moment know, but I am Concluding, I want to express my ap hearing you preach on repentance; when convinced that the Ecumenical spirit and preciation to Chaplain Ryan for the are you going to change the subject?" knowhow, and the moral and spiritual friendship, understanding and cooper His answer, "When you do something influence of military chaplains, should be tion he has given. Much of what I have about it." brought to bear on the problems of our accomplished was with his help and apThere are three items I wish to com- day through the MCA. Among the prob- proval. Beyond this, I express gratitude ment on with brevity: lems are the continuing civil rights to the Chiefs of Chaplains, to our oflicers,
1. My conviction of a year ago that struggle; the growing lack of respect for executive committee, trustees, and our there must be greater activity on the part law and order; moral laxity; the lack of membership at large, for your trust. My of our MCA chapters is stronger than discipline on the part of youth and warm thanks for your support and ever. It is commendable and encouraging adults; the attitude that any means are friendship. I pledge you my best. 1966 that certain of our chapters plan a full justified to achieve a desired end; a per- will be a good year, if you help make it year's program of stimulating nature for missive attitude that laughs at any bond so.
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