Gordon Zahn - 2 essays written by Gordon regarding conscientious objection and its relationship with Church doctrine--one is written in response to the "Memorial" dialogue written by General Lane and his committee and presented at the exchange of papers on Catholic pacifism. The other touched on the selective obedience principle. 2 letters are attached to Jim Finn and Jim Jennings discussing his viewpoints and his feeling that they will mean little to General Lane and his committee and other details., 1973 January 10

Item — Box: CZHN 4

Identifier: CZHN 4/05619

Staff Only

Dates

Creation: 1973 January 10

Language of Materials

English.

Additional Description

General

Documents. "Response"--Gordon writes that the "Memorial" proceeds as if pacifism were condemned by the Church, and goes on to cite numerous occasions when it was accepted by members of the Church. He outlines the various Conscientious Objector positions, saying that all three need to be recognized as legitimate by the Church. He says the Memorial ignores the application of just war theory which implies it is incongruous with the teachings of the Church. "Addendum"-- Gordon explains and defends the selective obedience principle, applying it to instances in the Church that are not exclusive to war only.