Pilgrimage / Hammill, Richard L / (HB/1992-1992/LNW/B+/USED)

*Condition Note: Book is like new condition with hardcover and dust jacket, has DESK/COMPLIMENTARY COPY stamp on page edge.*

Pilgrimage presents the captivating and informative memoirs of Richard Hammill, second president of Andrews University and a vice president of the General Conference. Among other things, the book presents a fascinating view of Seventh-day Adventism from the inside.

Readers are treated to insights into a leading Adventist's

Experiences as a Japanese prisoner of war
Behind-the-scenes perspectives on Glacier View and the Desmond Ford crisis
Challenges in developing an Adventist university system
View of the General Conference from the top
Evaluation of the pros and cons of working for the denomination
Religious and professional struggles
Search for truth

Because of its openness, Pilgrimage breaks new ground in the field of Adventist autobiography. It is a must for those interested in the development of recent Adventism..

Table of Contents

Preface

Part 1 Beginnings

Youth, Education, and Marriage
Earliest Professional Years
World War II and Life in Japanese Internment Camps
Adjusting to New, Specialized Ministries

Part 2 Years of Policy Planning

First Years at the General Conference
The Geoscience Research Institute
Adventists Take a New Step in Educational Endeavor
The Shaping of Andrews University in Michigan

Part 3 Andrews University Years

Stabilizing the University and Clarifying Its Goals
Strengthening the University toward Reaching It's Goals
Dealing with Faculty, Students, and Constituency
Financial Duress, Fatigue, and the Decision to Leave

Part 4 General Conference Years

General Duties of a Vice President
Advance Moves in Adventist Education Overseas
Division Reorganization on the African Continent
The sanctuary Review Committee and Desmond Ford
The 1980 General Conference Session and My Retirement

Part 5 Retirement Years

Enjoying Life
Reflections on Christian Administrators
Reflections on My Own Spiritual Pilgrimage

Endnotes

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