Documents Arranged Chronologically
- CZHN 10/12998 Statement : The Prudential Insurance Company of America - Statement for recipients of Interest Income 1989
States that Gordon's accumulated interest for the tax year, 1989 is $132.37. ~ NJ
- CZHN 10/12942 Statement : US Dept of Health and Human Services - Statement of new payment amount 1989
States that Gordon's amount before deductions is $455.90, and they request that Gordon keep the statement for his records. ~ MA
- CZHN 10/13001 Statment : The Bank of New York - 1989 Year End Statement 1989
States that Gordon's total interest for the year is $290.20 and his total principal is $227.60. ~ New York
- CZHN 10/13100 Vita : Curriculum Vitae 1989
Copy of entry #13069 ~ MA
- CZHN 10/12941 Vouchers : IRS - Forms 1-ES payment vouchers 1989
Vouchers for payment to the Massachusetts Department of Revenue. ~ MA
- CZHN 10/12964 Tax Notice : Seligman Tax-Exempt Fund Massachusetts Series - Informational form 1989/01
One page form giving information on dividends, gain distributions, and the enclosed form 1099-Div.
- CZHN 8/11612 Correspondence : Mary Lou Kownacki - Letter to Gordon on behalf of Pax Christi USA 1989/0106
They are excited to have him at the assembly; Bishop De Roo who will also be in attendance. She provides guidelines for his presentation,and requests his vita. ~ PA
- CZHN 8/11563 Correspondence : Sharon Stichter - Letter to Gordon on behalf of the University of Massachusetts 1989/0110
As a professor with Emeritus standing she would like him to help develop written guidelines as to the criteria to be applied in granting "the honor and status of Emeritus". She specifies the information she is requesting and that it is needed by 02/15. ~ MA
- CZHN 8/11568 Correspondence : James Wood, Jr - Letter to Professor Zahn on behalf of the Journal of Church and State 1989/0112
They are publishing a volume READINGS ON CHURCH AND STATE, and they have requested use of one of his articles "Catholic Opposition to Hitler: The Perils of Ambiguity". They thank him for his contributions and will send him a complimentary copy. ~ Waco, TX
- CZHN 10/12953 Statement : Badger Savings - Statement of Account 1989/0115
States that Gordon's beginning balance was $1767.33 and his ending is $0.00, as his account is closed and this is his final statement. ~ Wi
- CZHN 8/11567 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Pat and Bart 1989/0117
Gordon reviews the video biography ZABELKA: RELUCTANT PROPHET, which he found to succeed "impressively". He describes his thoughts and response in detail and states the film's focus is important.
- CZHN 8/11546 Correpsondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Brother Patrick Hart 1989/0118
He thanks him for his excellent booklet "First and Last Memories", and would like to include him as a writer for a booklet by Pax Christi.
- CZHN 8/11569 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Mr. Wood 1989/0119
He is honored to have them request his article and includes his vita as they requested.
- CZHN 9/11917 Correspondence : John Swomely - Letter to Gordon 1989/0123
He agrees to write to Fellowship about the possibility of a review of Gordon's new book, and states that he may ask Gordon for some references to the "earlier controversy". He asks if Gordon has seen a copy of WITNESS TO THE TRUTH: THE COMPLICITY OF CHURCH AND DICTATORSHIP, and if he could get Gordon's estimate of George Weigel soon. ~ MO
- CZHN 8/11561 Correspondence : Kenneth Povish - Letter to Gordon, on behalf of the office of the Bishop 1989/0124
He states that a letter written in response to one supposedly taken from his wastebasket was cowardly; it could not have come from his own basket. He very briefly discusses a situation in which a Dr Gorwitz criticized the Pope for receiving Waldheim, and closes suggesting the letter in question was a letter to an editor and from someone else's waste basket. ~ MI
- CZHN 8/11566 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Jim 1989/0127
He hopes to see him when he gives his talk at Assumption, and that he received a copy of the piece on him in MINNESOTA. He hopes that there is no falling out between Jim and Harvey and that they come to peace soon.
- CZHN 8/11562 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Sharon 1989/0127
He proposes and in detail describes a process for retirees at emeritus status, and how to install them as such. He discusses one particular case of a man who may have been treated unfairly.
- CZHN 11/13988 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Martin Sheen 1989/0130
Responding to his letter: sorry he missed him on his trip out to Loyola Marymount University. There were no plans for John Paul II to mention Franz Jaegerstaetter and his martyrdom during the Muathausen visit. Asks also if he is still hoping to do an American TV version of the story.
- CZHN 8/11565 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Naomi Stone 1989/0130
He states he is very glad to hear of her return and that she was missed greatly. He updates her briefly of what he has been up to and how thrilled he is to have her back at WORLD.
- CZHN 11/13977 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Naomi 1989/0130
Says that she was missed at the program. Also, mentions that Mike is gone in Florida tending to a sick Father this week so that he is all by himself at the Center.
- CZHN 11/13975 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Archbishop Joseph T. Ryan 1989/0131
Thanks him for his contribution to the Center. Also mentions that the book he promised Fr. Doyle is not yet available, but he will be in touch with him soon.
- CZHN 11/13991 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Walter 1989/0131
Talks about Mike being away in Florida because his father underwent a serious operation and so now he is currently "minding the store". Thanks him for his generous donation to the Center. Also, says that when Mike returns they will be putting the finishing touches on the ROTC report.
- CZHN 8/11570 Correspondence : Thomas Fox - Letter to Gordon 1989/0131
He has enclosed the requested tearsheet article, and listed the Center for the next "ministry" issue expected in early 1990. ~ MO
- CZHN 8/11234 Correspondence : Niekrasz - Letter to Maislinger 1989/02
He submitted a revised version of his Otto Schimek book to a polish publisher. In this version he quoted the recipients comments of Jaegerstaetter, and requests the address of Gordon Zahn. ~ Warsaw
- CZHN 11/13993 Review : Gordon Zahn - Review of Donald Zochert's book, YELLOW DOGS 1989/02
Says the book is about the "shameful treatment" of conscientious objectors to World War I. One such conscientious objector is treated as a "yellow dog". Gordon comments that while there are flaws in Zochert's telling and writing, it is still a part of our history, a story that should be known.
- CZHN 7/09238 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Annette Davies 1989/0204
Letter to touch base because he hasn't heard from her in awhile although he hears she is doing great. ~ Boston, MA
- CZHN 11/13967 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Loretta Morris 1989/0204
Says he is hoping to send her a box early next week, but to be patient. Also, mentions that he is finishing off two weeks of being alone in the office because Mike took a vacation to Florida to visit his parents; his father has not been well. However, says he has kept himself busy by finishing up the draft of the Center's report on its ROTC questionnaire study.
- CZHN 10/13086 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Loretta 1989/0204
He will be sending her a box very soon and asks that she be patient. He discusses how he will send the material. He is finishing off two weeks alone as Mike is visiting his family; his father who is having surgery on a lung. ~ MA
- CZHN 11/13979 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Mr. James R. Langford from Notre Dame 1989/0204
Asks if they have any new dates for the publication of GERMAN CATHOLICS AND HITLER'S WARS and also asks what promotional plans they have in mind. In addition, he gives some suggestions on whom to solicit for a promotional comment.
- CZHN 9/11925 Note : Jim - Letter to Gordon on behalf of the University of Notre Dame Press 1989/0207
He states that the delay is about a typesetter issue, and things should be back on track without too much delay, likely in early April, while apologizing profusely. ~ Notre Dame, IN
- CZHN 8/11772 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Loretta 1989/0209
He believes all three boxes are on their way, and warns her that the costs for shipping will become exorbitant, as these three boxes are only the beginning. He is writing the Archivist at Notre Dame and sends a copy of that letter making them aware that he is sending boxes to Loretta. ~ MA
- CZHN 11/13968 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Prof. Loretta Morris 1989/0209
Says he thinks all three boxes are on their way to her, but regardless discusses the circumstances surrounding the sending of those boxes. Also, he recognizes her concern about the cost of sending the boxes to Notre Dame, but assures her it is fine. Finally, he is enclosing a copy of the letter he is sending the Archivist as he will send her a copy of this letter.
- CZHN 11/13980 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Mr. James R. Langford 1989/0210
Says he recently got word of something that might be of promotional value for GERMAN CATHOLICS AND HITLER'S WARS. He got a call from John Dear, a Jesuit who has proposed an annual Pax Christi book award. Gordon recommended GERMAN CATHOLICS AND HITLER'S WARS when Dear asked him to be on the committee to handle nominations.
- CZHN 10/13085 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Wendy Schlereth, Archives of the University of Notre Dame 1989/0210
He apologizes, stating that he promised his papers to Schlereth and to another, a potential biographer [i.e., Dr. Loretta Morris]; he has already sent them to the other person. He states that the understanding is that she will in turn send the boxes of correspondence to Wendy, and requests a suggestion in how they would llike to handle the issue from this point.
- CZHN 9/11969 Correspondence : John B Lewis - Letter to President Bush on behalf of Villanova University 1989/0210
He and the fellow students of the university urge the President to support amendment 48. ~ PA
- CZHN 11/13957 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Mrs. Erna Edel 1989/0214
Says that there will be a further delay on the publication of GERMAN CATHOLICS AND HITLER'S WARS and that they book may not be ready until April.
- CZHN 8/11571 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Tom Fox 1989/0214
He has enclosed a copy of his and Mike Hovey's ROTC report which they feel is an important contribution to the issue. He discusses the benefits of spreading the realization of the ROTC and its effect in schools.
- CZHN 11/13973 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Mike 1989/0217
Puts in his nomination for the Paul VI committee, not for an individual, but for a group, Ground Zero, and gives his reasons for such a nomination.
- CZHN 11/13956 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Rev. Thomas P. Doyle from Archdiocese for the Military Services USA 1989/0217
Says that now that Mike is back from Florida he his going through his files and comments on a couple of things he finds. Also, explains the delay in giving him a copy of the new edition of GERMAN CATHOLICS AND HITLER'S WARS. Finally, says that if he needs any more help with the handbook to let him know.
- CZHN 11/13990 Correspondence : Mike Hovey - Letter to Dr. Gerhard Trenkler 1989/0217
Responding to his letter saying that Gordon has signed over his rights to the Jaegerstaetter book and GERMAN CATHOLICS AND HITLER'S WARS, which will be re-published by Notre Dame, to the Center. Discusses payment to Gordon from Austria.
- CZHN 11/13961 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Frau Glazer 1989/0220
Thanks him for his letter on Pax Christi Austria's action on the Jaegerstaetter problem and says he is glad that the record has been set straight; goes on to discuss the controversy a little further. Says that he had hoped to be in St. Radegund for this year's commemoration of the execution of Franz Jaegerstaetter, but Pax Christi's annual meeting interfered. Asks if he can check if the Votivkirche has any postcards or other photos in the Jaegerstaetter window.
- CZHN 8/11590 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Hugh Garvey 1989/0221
He has completed the 22-page report based on a questionnaire regarding ROTC on the Catholic campus, which has occupied much of his time. He suggests that with a delay on his "German Catholics. . . " work Templegate may have been the house to publish the work after all, and mentions a former student of his who proposed to do his biography.
- CZHN 11/13959 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Professor Gilligan 1989/0222
Presents Mike and his suggestion for the ROTC "moral formation" program that the Institute has been asked to prepare. The proposal emphasizes their belief that it is in a Catholic University's interest to ensure that potential military officers have at least a basic familiarity with Church teachings related to issues such as war and peace. Discusses further the specifics of the program including suggested workshops for it.
- CZHN 6/08957 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Postcard to Geraldine 1989/0222
Gordon recommends the Dickeyville Grotto in Wisconson as a place for Geraldine and Annie to visit instead of Europe. ~ Boston, MA
- CZHN 8/11581 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Fr. Rene 1989/0227
He is enclosing a copy of his report which the recipient may have already seen, and lets him known of places news of it should appear. His visit to Cambridge went well and he asks how their Peace Studies program is going.
- CZHN 8/11574 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to George 1989/0227
He continues a discussion George brought up in a letter, stemming from a dinner both attended. He discusses in depth specific areas and definitions of Pacifism and argues particular points George addresses in the initial letter.
- CZHN 8/11580 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Professor Winks 1989/0227
He is enclosing a copy of a requested paper, and goes into describing Joseph Altsheler whom he says was one of the earliest influences for his becoming a pacifist.
- CZHN 8/11579 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Studs Terkel 1989/0227
He states that he is fan of his little Chicago book, describing the points he enjoyed and updates him about his own work in peace.
- CZHN 11/13987 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to the Chairperson of the Centennial Celebration Program at Manchester College 1989/0227
Says that his only prior link to the college was his association with a member of the faculty as a fellow member of the FOR National Council. He then discusses the Center and its major conference on Selective Conscientious Objection held two years ago. Proposes the idea of holding a similar conference at Manchester College in conjunction with Notre Dame.
- CZHN 9/12237 Note : Claire Schaeffer - Note to Gordon 1989/0228
Thanks Gordon for the copy of "The Bondage of Liberation: A Pacifist Reflection", and that she will be returning it soon. They will be unable to run it in its entirety in their newspaper but suspects that they will be using it many times over.
- CZHN 8/11572 Correspondence : George Weigel - Letter to Gordon on behalf of the James Madison Foundation 1989/0301
He continues a conversation he and Gordon had at Archbishop Ryan's dinner, discussing pacifism and his own personal views towards de-militarization. ~ Washington, DC
- CZHN 8/11559 Correspondence : Ha Poong Kim - Letter to Gordon on behalf of Eastern Illinois University 1989/0301
They have recently sent him three copies of the ACORN and thank him for his support. They further request that he write an article for them for a fall issue, with a July deadline. ~ IL
- CZHN 8/11589 Correspondence : Hugh Garvey - Letter to Gordon on behalf of Templegate Publishers 1989/0301
He states that he is unsure there will be a large audience for a follow up to "War, Conscience, and Dissent", but at the same time does not want to discourage Gordon from such a work as he is a "bad guesser". ~ Springfield, IL
- CZHN 8/11582 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Doug Fox 1989/0305
He updates him on his life and asks how his sabbatical leave went. He states his "scholarly endeavors" are at a standstill, and that he is assorting papers for a prospective biographer.
- CZHN 8/11583 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Bishop Hanifen 1989/0306
He is excited to learn of his interest in the Center and discusses upcoming projects the center will be involved in.
- CZHN 11/13978 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Professor Gilligan 1989/0308
Confirms that he will be at Notre Dame for a talk; discusses his travel plans. Says that he is planning on doing his "Limits of Obedience" talk which went very well in Los Angeles, Texas, etc. Also, mentions that the latest publication date for GERMAN CATHOLICS AND HITLER'S WARS is April.
- CZHN 11/13992 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Walter F. Sullivan, Bishop of Richmond 1989/0308
Happy to get his letter and also happy that he approved their ROTC report, says other early responses have also been encouraging. In addition, thanks him for his offer to help with the printing and may take him up on the offer.
- CZHN 6/09003 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Geraldine. 1989/0309
Mike is scheduled to be on the Today Show for an interview on the 16th and Gordon will be giving a talk at Notre Dame in the same week. Gordon has been coughing and sneezing -- hopefully not the return of his "alcohol allergies." ~ Boston, MA
- CZHN 8/11587 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Harvey Egan 1989/0311
He discusses a prior reference of Harvey's to Joe as a "Pagan Priest", and answers the question of whether the peace world still exists, which it does. He mentions briefly a few concerns of his regarding the ROTC and his work, and finally notifies him that U. of Notre Dame Press is publishing an edition of his GERMAN CATHOLICS AND HITLER'S WARS.
- CZHN 8/11536 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to "Your Eminence" 1989/0313
He describes how he came to realize the legislation regarding gay rights, why he opposes the legislation and why he feels the Church should do the same.
- CZHN 8/11585 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Tom 1989/0315
He asks that Tom call to let him know how the session will be and explains his recent busy schedule. He asks what exactly Tom does and whether or not he has accepted the role of editor.
- CZHN 10/13097 Correspondence : Roger Finke - Letter to Dr. Morris on behalf of Loyola University of Chicago 1989/0315
He thanks her for her submission and states that it has been accepted, and that the responses of the ASR have been excellent. He states that they will mail her further info in three weeks. ~ IL
- CZHN 8/11608 Correspondence : Jim Forest - Letter to Gordon on behalf of Peace Media Service 1989/0316
PMS was set up in Holland in February as an independent charitable foundation, and is directly linked to magazines and newspapers. He describes aspects of the organization, and asks for a contribution to their cause. ~ Holland
- CZHN 8/11584 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to George 1989/0317
He lets George know he has submitted his name to Bill Yolton of NISBCO to help plan a commemorative program for the 50th anniversary of its founding NSBRO. He describes needs and duties.
- CZHN 11/13969 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to George 1989/0317
Says that he has given George's name to Bill Yolton as someone who might be interested in helping to plan the commemorative program marking the 50th anniversary of the founding of NSBRO. Says Mike and himself would like to help, but time nor cost is permitting. Finally, discusses the latest happenings at the Center.
- CZHN 11/13951 Correspondence : Mike Hovey - Letter to David T. Borton 1989/0317
Thanks him for writing to support Dr. Elliot (Tom) Egan's nomination and says that Dr. Egan is on the slate of candidates for consideration by the National Council. Says that regardless of the Council's decision, he believes Tom to be "one of the best" teachers of peace there is.
- CZHN 11/13989 Correspondence : Mike Hovey - Letter to Justice Fund Committee of St. Mary of the Springs 1989/0317
Enclosing the completed report on the Center's ROTC study. Thanks them for their past generosity with their grant and puts forward a proposal asking for another grant including a budget estimate and justifications.
- CZHN 8/11588 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Gene McCarthy 1989/0320
He is sending off the copy of the report as requested, explaining briefly a few of his findings, and enclosing a copy of the Center's introductory brochure describing their services.
- CZHN 11/13970 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Gene 1989/0320
Sending him a copy of the Center's report. Also encloses a copy of the Center's introductory brochure which describes the kinds of services they try to perform.
- CZHN 11/13955 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Mr. Richard Anderson 1989/0320
Enclosing his completed questionnaire. Suggests that he gets in touch with Rev. L. William Yolton of the National Interreligious Service Board for CO's who is currently planning a commemorative program to mark the 50th anniversary of NSBRO / CPS activity. Enclosing his latest vita for additional biographical information and then goes on to comment both on his vita and on the questionnaire.
- CZHN 11/13949 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to "Your Excellency" 1989/0321
Says that ever since reading Mr. Craven's article in The Pilot he has been thinking of the idea that the Conference is standing "virtually alone" against gay rights legislation. Discusses the issue of gay rights and says there is a logical inconsistency in saying that a position supporting the civil rights of any group also implies moral acceptance of the actions of those members.
- CZHN 8/11530 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Bishop Hart 1989/0321
Copy of letter in entry #11529 sent to His Excellency regarding an article in THE PILOT concerning a conference on gay rights and the Catholic Church.
- CZHN 11/13953 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid at The Catholic University of America 1989/0321
Writing to support Scott Fortier's application for an Archdiocese of Boston scholarship. Says that while he cannot speak of his academic record he is impressed by the intensity of his commitment to peace and justice.
- CZHN 8/11529 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Two copies of a letter to "Your Excellency" 1989/0321
He discusses his discrepencies with a Mr. Cravens' article regarding a conference published in the March 10th issue of THE PILOT. He discusses statements he finds false and his own thoughts regarding gay rights and "the conference".
- CZHN 10/13556 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Loretta 1989/0323
The promised third carton of correspondence is on its way, his correspondence for the years since 1940 or so. Asks if she has been in touch with the Archives [of the University of Notre Dame] so as to figure out how they could best work together.
- CZHN 8/11771 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Loretta 1989/0323
The third carton of his correspondence is on its way, covering correspondence for the years since 1940. He asks if she has gotten in touch with the Archives people, and states that he is talking at the Notre Dame Institute in April. ~ MA
- CZHN 6/08916 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Geraldine with attached postcard from Mike Hervey. 1989/0324
Doesn't want any heavy yardwork done at the house in Milwaukee. Discusses payment methods for an oil bill. Wishes her a happy easter and complains about getting his taxes done. ~ Boston, MA
- CZHN 8/11533 Correspondence : Reverend Lawrence Riley - Letter to Gordon on behalf of the Office of the Regional Bishop, Greater Boston Region 1989/0324
He thanks Gordon for the letter as he is glad to have this expression of his opinion on "the proposed legislation". Attached is a copy of Gordon's letter, documented in entry #11529. ~ Hyde Park, MA
- CZHN 8/11535 Correspondnece : Msgr. William Murphy - Letter to Gordon on behalf of the Archdiocese of Boston 1989/0327
He is replying on behalf of Cardinal Law, and goes on to explain why the church opposes contesting the legislation regarding Gay rights. He states that the main issue is the fact that regarding homo and bi-sexuality as equal with heterosexuality is an anti-family action, which they find contrary to Catholic social teachings. ~ Boston, MA
- CZHN 8/11528 Correspondence : Alfred Hughes - Letter to Dr Zahn 1989/0328
Thanks him for his letter and presents two more areas of argumentation he would like Gordon to address. ~ MA
- CZHN 8/11531 Correspondence : Bishop Daniel Cronin - Letter to Gordon on behalf of the Diocese of Fall River 1989/0328
He thanks Gordon for the letter regarding the Massachusetts Bishops stance on gay rights. ~ MA
- CZHN 11/13962 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Prof. John Gilligan 1989/0328
Says that he is putting finishing touches on the talk he plans to give on the 4th and was amused by John's letter saying that he will be preceeded by Mal Wakin. Also, mentions that he is prepared to put together a more extensive summary of ideas that he and Mike have been coming up with for a possible "adjunct" relationship between the Center and the Institute.
- CZHN 11/13974 Correspondence : Letter 1989/0328
Is enclosing the letter and enclosure for Gilligan. Says that he is having a "down" day today and that it is chilly in Boston even though a touch of spring has come.
- CZHN 8/11532 Correspondence : Reverend Joseph Maguire - Letter to Gordon on behalf of the Bishops Residence 1989/0328
He received his letter and respectfully thanks him for sharing his feelings toward "the matter" and hopes they may peacefully and respectfully continue a dialogue. ~ Springfield, MA
- CZHN 8/11599 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Bruce and Valerie 1989/0329
He notifies them that Mike is away teaching Theology in Colorado, and shares his concerns about a discussion with the Chaplains. He doesn't think he will make it to London this year, and shares with them the upcoming republication of GERMAN CATHOLICS AND HITLER'S WARS.
- CZHN 11/13952 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Bruce and Valerie 1989/0329
Says that Mike is currently teaching a course in liberation theology in Colorado. Mentions that he is currently working on a version of his "limits of obedience" talk for Notre Dame. Also, says he will not be able to make it to London this year but is hoping to go to Austria in September. Finally, mentions that the new edition of GERMAN CATHOLICS AND HITLER'S WARS due last October was postponed until January.
- CZHN 8/11605 Correspondence : - Letter to Raymond Towey on behalf of the International Fellowship of Reconciliation 1989/0330
He is familiar with Putz's recent Jaegerstaetter book and feels that it would beneficial to publish it in the UK and possibly the USA. He recommends Jim Forest to have this done. ~ Holland
- CZHN 11/13985 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Leah Rogne 1989/0330
About a "mystery" entry in a past invoice that he came across for a copy of THE REFUSAL that was sent out to her. Also, is sending along information on NISBCO's plan for a commemorative program for the 50th anniversary of its predecessor, NSBRO.
- CZHN 11/13948 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Mr. John Bagley 1989/0330
Sends him a copy of THE REFUSAL and tries to clear up a misunderstanding regarding the tape. Also, mentions the Center and that it is currently doing a study and report on ROTC at Catholic colleges and universities. In addition, Gordon is enclosing a copy of the item published in THE PILOT.
- CZHN 8/11235 Correspondence : Niekrasz - Letter to Gordon 1989/04
He has quoted Gordon's name in his most recent book, and explains the use of Gordon's name and the subject of his book on a young soldier, Otto Schimek. ~ Warsaw
- CZHN 8/11607 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Jim 1989/0403
Gordon found Jim's new Orthodoxy a surprise, updates him of the publishing situation of GERMAN CATHOLICS AND HITLER'S WARS, and discusses the PMS (Peace Media Service) venture which he feels would be a fruitful effort.
- CZHN 11/13976 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Msgr. Murphy 1989/0403
Discusses the Church and the issue of homosexuality.
- CZHN 8/11534 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Msgr. Murphy 1989/0403
He thanks him for his response, though it was disappointing. He further explains his reasoning for protesting a state legislation on gay rights and why he feels the Church is obligated in morality to protect these rights.
- CZHN 9/11912 Correspondence : Leah Rogne - Letter to Prof. Zahn 1989/0403
She is sending back the copy of "The Refusal" he recently sent, and states that the check she recently sent was for a copy they already received. She will make him a copy of "The Assisi Background" as soon as she can, and asks again if he can more cheaply get her a copy of his dissertation, as a microfilm copy runs $150. ~ MN
- CZHN 8/11526 Correspondence : Rev. Robert Banks - Letter to Dr Zahn 1989/0403
Thanks him for his opinion and argues that the "gay rights" legislation will only lead to the acceptance of homosexual activity, a point he feels time will prove. ~ MA
- CZHN 11/13983 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Dave 1989/0404
About why he missed going to Notre Dame and giving his talk there and the loss of $500 to the Center as a result.
- CZHN 11/13984 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Rita 1989/0404
About why he missed the Notre Dame talk because of a date misunderstanding. Sends his deepest apologies.
- CZHN 10/13595 Essay : Gordon Zahn - "Modern War and the Christian Conscience," delivered at Notre Dame 1989/0404
Far too little thought is given today to the obligation to make mature and responsible moral choices. Concerned with choices to made regarding war, preparation for war, and especially participation in war. Discusses the two contrasting stories of Waldheim and Jaegerstaetter.
- CZHN 8/11527 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Bishop Hughes 1989/0406
He argues about why he feels gays should be protected by government legislature and directly addresses concerns expressed by the bishops. ~ MA
- CZHN 11/13954 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Chris 1989/0406
Good to see him at the NECPF meeting on Saturday. Discusses the Center's study of ROTC at Catholic Universities and mentions experiences he has had with students concerning the program at Holy Cross.