A PROTESTANT SPEAKS HIS MIND

by Ilion T. Jones ‧ RELEASE DATE: March 14, 1960

This book has been written for a wide audience, not only because of its non-technical approach, but because of the present tensions in the relationship between Roman Catholics and those who differ with them. These tensions derive in part from the efforts of sincere people of differing beliefs to secure rapprochement and this has highlighted the reasons for difference and the grounds for common action. In part, these tensions have increased because of the intensity with which Roman Catholics are endeavoring to change traditional American patterns, not only in areas such as the parochial school or the exercise of censorship, but especially now with the endeavor on the part of many to secure the nomination of a Roman Catholic for the Presidency. Ilion Jones has spoken as a Protestant on this immediate problem with great conviction. Early in the book we realize that he is using the word ""Protestant"" in its more popular sense as opposed to ""Catholic"", and thereby fails to speak accurately for non-papal Catholics such as the Orthodox, Anglicans, Old Catholics and most Lutherans. This does not mean that the book has no value for these latter groups, but there will be much selective dissent on the part of such readers even as they are stimulated and instructed by the discussion. Certainly the material presented is of interest to any mature Christian who is allowed to read it and who wants to be effective in his Church and State relationships. Mr. Jones is wise in speaking as a ""Protestant"", while not claiming in any sense to speak for a ""Protestant Church"". He explores an area of our national life that people instinctively realize needs thinking through right now, and many will feel an urgency to give his work a careful and critical reading.

Pub Date: March 14, 1960

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Publisher: Westminster

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Kirkus Reviews Issue: March 1, 1960

Categories: NONFICTION