Wentz, Abdel Ross, 1883-1976

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Birth 1883
Death 1976
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Abdel Ross Wentz (1883-1976) was a professor (1916-1940) and president (1940-1951) of Gettysburg Lutheran Theological Seminary, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Wentz was active in the formation of the Lutheran World Convention; its successor, the Lutheran World Federation; and the World Council of Churches. He also was a well-known author of numerous books about Lutheran history.

From the description of Papers, 1921-1948. (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Library). WorldCat record id: 35552885

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  • Ecumenical movement
  • International relief
  • Lutheran
  • Lutheran Church

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  • United States (as recorded)
  • Europe (as recorded)

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