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Edward Crowther discusses his profession

DURATION: 00:54:20

Synopsis

As the assistant bishop in California, Edward Crowther believed his job was to help the poor and to help all the people who were not a part of the church. Crowther explained many people left the church and he wanted to bring them back. Crowther wants people to think about the important role that theology plays in their lives.

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Duration
54 minutes, 20 seconds

Topics

Theology, Religion, Religious Organizations World History & Politics Working, Labor, Economy Race Relations

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Religious personnel

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Crowther, Edward Crowther, Edward--Interviews Crowther, Edward--Interviewee Audiotapes Radio programs WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.)

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