Northern Baptist Theological Seminary - Yearbook (Lombard, IL)

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Charter Day 1 WH? Upper left: Dr. Browne confirms Dr. Moste11er's announcement of an honorary Doctor of Divinity degree to Rev. Norman L. Godbey. Lower left: Mr. Walter Grosser, Chairman of the Board of Trus- tees, announces the election of State Convention Secretaries in the eight state area as members of the Seminary Board of Trustees. Center: Board Chair- man Walter Grosser, Acting Administrator Benja- min Browne, receive a check from Rev. Thomas

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Howel Chapel What is it in the sanctuary of Howel Chapel that makes God's whisper of inspiration and en- couragement so beautifully audible? ls it not the quiet reverence pervadinglthe sanctuary? Is it not the majestic strains of the organ evoking the music of the soul? ls it not the strengthening oneness of Northern united in prayer? ls it not the satis- fying ubreaking of bread feeding us intellectually? Is it not the unique symbolism of the baptistry cross rekindling our devotion to Him? Is it not the per- sonal communion existing between the Creator and the created? Step through the classrooms in Howel Chapel into a world Whose foundations are textbooks and Whose limits are human capabilities. This sphere is shaped by the professor but is kept rotating by study. The atmosphere is invigorating. Moreover, the conviction that a call to service is a call to prepare is the primary motivation for these stu- dents. To be prepared academically is to be better equipped to Work in the Kingdom of God whatever the service be. At Northern, this realistic, physical World is singularly relevant to the realistic spiritual world. NG 29

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Convocation l i 1 i 2:5 Vi r Allen, C.H.E.C. counselor for the midwestern states. Dean James D. Mosteller looks on. Lower right: Dr. Browne looks to the future and proclaims a new day for Northern. Upper right: Mrs. Minita Trainor, an outstanding Chicago laywoman and a member of the Board, receives a citation of special commendation from Dr. Browne.