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It is often said that the Church is a crutch. Of course it's a crutch. What makes you think you don't limp?
William Sloane Coffin
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William Sloane Coffin
Age: 81 †
Born: 1924
Born: June 1
Died: 2006
Died: April 12
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It is a mistake to look to the Bible to close a discussion the Bible seeks to open one.
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People who fear disorder more than injustice will only produce more of both.
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