Christianity Today’s essay contest drew tremendous response—not surprisingly, considering the timeliness of the topic and the plenitude of the prizes. There were around 400 entries. The judges met in mid-December, and we expect to announce the winners early in 1973.
This will be the first time in more than a quarter of a century that my wife and I will have no children with us for Christmas. And in England, California, Michigan, and Minnesota our four will be separated from one another as well as from us. But we’re on the move, too. The World Council’s missionary arm is meeting in Bangkok right after Christmas, and I’ll be there to cover the discussion of “Salvation Today.” Be sure to see our lead editorial on that subject (page 22), which was written by one of our editors-at-large.
The year’s end is a good time to pay tribute to a diligent staff. For CHRISTIANITY TODAY to appear in your mailbox twenty-five times a year requires the services of many competent and committed persons in addition to those whose names are listed on our masthead. My thanks to all our staff members, to you who read us (whether with knitted brow, gritted teeth, or a euphoric smile!), and to those whose gifts have enabled us to balance our budget. A merry Christmas and a happy New Year to all.
