Edwin Luther Copeland was Distinguished Professor of Christian Missions and World Religions. The service begins with a word of prayer from 0:00-1:44. Dr. Copeland speaks from 1:55-24:17. Copeland preaches on the missionary’s role to meet the physical needs of those who they are reaching.
Clyde Penrose St. Amant was David T. Porter Professor of Church History at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. The service begins with a prayer (0:00-0:28). After which, there is a period of singing (0:29-5:00). The service continues with an introduction of Clyde Amant (5:01-6:22). Amant’s message is entitled the “Christian Ministry and Contemporary Culture.” Amant begins with an introduction concerning culture (6:23-9:32). He discusses religion’s relationship with culture (9:33-16:38). He explains the “creative and dangerous signs of American culture” (16:39-27:43). He continues by exploring the “blind spots” of southern culture (27:44-30:36). Furthermore, he discusses some of the various issues concerning culture (30:37-40:36). He concludes by explaining the believer’s response to culture (40:37-52:12). He closes in prayer (52:13-53:02).
James H. Blackmore was Special Instructor. The service begins with a scripture reading from 0:00-0:33. Music plays from 0:36-3:52. A prayer is offered from 3:52-4:15. A portion of verses from Leviticus 25, John 8, and 1 Corinthians 8 is read from 4:20-8:28. Special music plays from 8:43-17:38. Dr. Blackmore speaks from 17:42-21:42. The hymn, “Amazing Grace” is sung from 21:55-22:57. Dr. Blackmore preaches from 22:58-30:37. He preaches on the theme of liberty.
Richard Albert Spencer was Assistant Professor of New Testament. The service begins with a responsive reading from 0:00-0:40. Isaiah 9:2-7 is read from 0:41-2:00. A moment of silent prayer takes place from 2:05-3:54. Dr. Spencer speaks from 4:01-15:25. He delivers a message on the true meaning of Christmas.
