They cite shooting rampages in schools and churches, sex scandals on parade and messages of hate all around. A century ago, the sentiments were similar. It included sermons about the evils of the era, which were considered just as serious as those of today. The Rev. F.E. Marsten, pastor of Broad Street Presbyterian Church, warned of the wickedness of vile tempers. The home needs all the solar radiance at our command.
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Politicians were a target. By bringing the spirit of Christ, and Christian fidelity to duty, into the active field of politics. But the look of religion is different. Early in this century, before the growth of suburbs, churches were concentrated in Columbus, which had more than 100. Fifty more stood in other areas of the county.