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This was
routine behavior for Joseph Stalin. He did it with the Kulaks. He did it
with the people of the Baltic countries of Latvia, Esthonia, Lithuania. He
did it with many Poles. He did it with a number of national minorities
within Russia itself. The hideous story is described is that documented
record of horror entitled "The Dark Side of the Moon."
On the evidence of
Nikita Khrushchev, Stalin would have liked to do the same with the Ukranians,
but he was unable to do so because he lacked adequate transportation
facilities. Khrushchev says, "There were too many of them and not
enough places to send them." He simply did not have enough box cars to
transport 30 or 40 million Ukranians. He had the political and legal power
to do it because Communism confers absolute power on the Communist dictator.
Another reason for
hesitation by Stalin in the deportation of the Ukranians was the proximity
to the West. There was a possibility that an act of such obvious, limitless
brutality might provoke the West to some counteraction. To this extent
Stalin was prevented from obeying the dictates of his Communist conscience
to dispose of the nationalities and classes which was his Communist duty to
destroy.
With the advancing
Communist conquest, the external restraining force progressively diminishes.
With the advent of world Communist conquest, it will disappear entirely. The
paranoid Communist dictator will have absolute and limitless power.
Theoretical Communism, which involved the planned destruction of entire
social classes, will be freely consummated. We will inevitably see a regime
of murder and slavery which, by contrast, will make Joseph Stalin appear a
benign, compassionate gentleman.
This is the reality
staring every American citizen in the face. To every parent, businessman,
student, teen-ager, and child, to every American citizen, it presents a
future bleak and horrible. No sacrifice that we can make now to avert this
ghastly consummation could be too great.
In the light of the
above, the ever expanding, world-wide ministry of the Christian
Anti-Communism Crusade assumes increasing importance. Every day new appeals
for help reach us from areas of the world under Communist siege. The
establishment of the Christian Anti-Communism Crusade in China is both an
encouragement and a responsibility. The following two letters received from
the CACC in China speak for themselves. In the first letter General Andrew
K. T. Ming states:
"Your second letter and five books have reached me. I have already
read them to my co-workers. Most of them were moved to tears, and with one
voice exclaimed, ‘Choice Christian Greetings! Victory to the CAC Crusade’.
"Then we held a
service of worship. God gave us these Scriptures, Jer. 1:18, 19, ‘For,
behold, I have made thee this day a defensed city, and an iron pillar, and
brazen walls against the whole land, against the kings of Judah, against
the princes thereof, against the priests thereof, and against the people
of the land. And they shall fight against thee; but they shall not prevail
against thee; for I am with thee, saith the Lord, to deliver thee.’, and
Psalm 18:42, ‘Then did I beat them small as the dust before the wind: I
did cast them out as the dirt in the streets.’ Thank God! He gave us a
great and wonderful encouragement for Anti-Communism. We have already
translated two of the five books you sent. Because of lack of funds, we
have to arrange to borrow the money at interest. When printed, we will
first give them to President Chiang for his inspection, and then
distribute them among churches, schools, government offices and the front
line troops. I plan to print a half million copies of the five books
translated. Is not this good news?
"This work
should lead all the Anti-Communism Christians to establish themselves
firmly as the bulwark of truth and for permanent victory. May God bless
His own work!
"We are utterly
dependent upon His help. At the same time we need the help of His
servants, and of yours in particular.
"Now I am very
glad to inform you that I received the ordination on June 8, 1958, as a
Christian Minister and graduated from the Reformed Theological Seminary on
June 18, 1958, and have retired last year."
This was
followed by a letter from Wang Shih-Ping:
"Dear F. C. Schwarz, M.D.:
"Thank you for leading us to be strong Anti-Communism fighters in
Christ. Your five Anti-Communism booklets have been translated into
Chinese and submitted to President Chiang, Vice-President Chen, Chiefs of
various Yuan and Ministries, and Commanders-in-Chief of Army, Nary and Air
Force; and your lofty experience and high ideas have been highly praised.
"It is now
urgent to print 500,000 copies of your booklets for the enlisted men and
teachers and students of various schools. Therefore, please support us
with possible printing expense at your earliest convenience in order to
clear up the out-of-date and wandering ideas, and strengthen them into
strong Anti-Communism elements.
"I think you
have met Major General Ming Ping-tung already. I don’t deserve to take
charge of the work in Taiwan for the time being. Please pray for me.
"May God bless you and your co-workers to manifest His Great Power.
"C.A.C.C. Taiwan Agent
"Wang Shih-Ping"
The oversea’s
Chinese constitute one of today’s most strategic battlegrounds between
Communism and freedom. Can we fail them in this request? We need $10,000 to
supply all the literature they need. Surely there are Christians patriots
prepared to give for this.
OPERATION TESTIMONY
The Allen-Bradley Company reports that
requests for copies of my testimony on the Communist Mind are increasing. As
you know, this remarkable Company under the leadership of its chairman, Mr.
Harry Bradley, and president, Mr. Fred Loock, has blazed a trail of
practical activity to avert the Communist disaster, that many other
companies could well follow. They provide 25 copies of the testimony free to
individuals and unlimited supplies to churches and schools. Wherever I go my
heart rejoices as many individuals and groups are actively engaged in the
distribution of the testimony. Were it possible for us to know the number of
schools that have received it, we would be encouraged indeed.
Many individuals and
groups are taking it as a project to distribute it to the students of the
high schools and colleges of their area.
SOUTH AMERICA
It was easy to ignore the program Communism
was making in the colleges and universities of Central and South America
until the humiliating and degrading experiences of Vice President and Mrs.
Nixon shocked many people to an awareness of this danger so close at hand.
The good work initiated
by the generosity of the Allen-Bradley Company of Milwaukee continues to
bear fruit. My testimony on the Communist Mind has now been translated into
Spanish by a University of Lima, Peru. I cannot read Spanish personally,
but, if the translation is as good as the printing and paper, a magnificent
job has been done. The translation has been checked by Christian Spanish
scholars. It is now urgent to distribute it in the colleges, universities,
and high schools of Central America. This is another of the projects
urgently crying for support at the present time. $10,000 is needed for this
immediately.
LOCAL CHAPTERS
We are now proceeding with the establishment
of local chapters of the Christian Anti-Communism Crusade. If you the
interested in the establishment of a chapter in your area, please write to
me. We must multiply our personnel to meet the need of the hour.
FILM
I have completed a film on Communism which is
to be entitled "The Crimson Shadow." It has been produced by
Gospel Films, Inc. of Muskegon, Michigan. It should be available September
15. If you desire to see it or to show it, please write to me.
ANTI-COMMUNISM
SCHOOLS
Every day we receive requests for the holding
of an anti-Communist school in some area. The difficulties are largely
organizational and financial. There are just insufficient hours in the day
and insufficient days in the week. Very shortly we hope to announce definite
dates for a West Coast Anti-Communism School and an East Coast
Anti-Communism School.
ANDHRA STATE
The Indian State of Andhra is threatened with
Communist control, which in Kerala is a reality. It is good to know that the
printing press we were privileged to supply to our brethren there is now
busily at work. Ch. Devananda Rao, President of the Indian Christian Crusade
writes:
"The
operation of our printing press is a great step forward in the struggle
for Christ and freedom in our vast country. We find a great joy while
distributing the literature we print on the press. I forwarded to you
samples printed on our press for free and prayerful mass distribution. I
know the lord will richly bless our labors. There is no greater joy than
serving our Saviour. Our little Babu is enjoying very good health and is
very anxious to see you in India. We are anxiously looking forward to such
a wonderful day again.
"Very cordially yours in His bonds,
Ch. Devananda Rao"
Some
understanding of the difficulties confronting our Indian brethren is shown
in the following letter received from Dr. Ch. D. Pushpanadham, Secretary of
the Indian Christian Crusade:
"The
operation of our printing press is a tremendous move forward to advance
the cause of Christ and to actively combat our foes in our greater Andhra
State.
"Thank you very
much for asking me to tell you a little more about the Aryasamajists. The
Aryasamajists are strong believers in Hinduism, but now their main program
is to strongly combat our Christians and to reconvert the Christian
families into Hinduism. They work with anti-Christian literature as well
as mass processions telling the people who preach Christ are the agents of
the foreigners. The term they use is ‘Foreign Imperialists.’ These
groups are winning the young people and conducting special training
classes for them. They teach anti-Christian propaganda. It is indeed a
pitiable thing to note that many Christian families have deserted
Christianity and rejoined Hiduism because of the persecution from the
Aryasamajists. Their work is mainly among the illiterates from the
backward, poor communities. Their main theme is to keep Christianity from
our land. They are forming groups in each village and visiting various
communities with false messages against our faith. It is necessary to
combat this evil foe through the printed page as well as by personal
witness. The Bible Schools we propose would greatly help in this line as
each young man and woman trained in the Bible Schools would become a real
soldier for the cross in his or her own community to protect our Christian
faith and to counteract the Aryasamajists as well as the Reds. These
Aryasamajists have copied our devotion meetings.
"Enclosed,
please find the photostats of two young ladies. Miss K. Deena Sundaramma
and Miss K. Deenamman who were baptised by me. There are some more
families ready to take baptism. Please pray for them. Very cordially yours
for the Master, Ch. D. Pushpanadham."
KOREA
In this hour of terrible crisis, our allies
assume an ever-increasing importance. It is a source of great joy that we
have been able to commence the program of the distribution of the Heart,
Mind and Soul of Communism to the Korean armed forces. $1000 has already
been sent for this purpose, but we hope to send more in the future.
Here is the letter from
Bob Rice, Presbyterian missionary:
"Dear Brother Pietsch:
"I do appreciate your letter of June 23 and the enclosed check of
$1000.00 for printing Dr. Schwarz’s book, ‘The Heart, Mind and Soul of
Communism,’ here in Korea. It is a great privilege to join with you in
getting this book out here on one of the front lines of Christianity. We
do pray that it will reach the hearts of many Korean officers in leading
them to a fuller understanding of what Communism is, and above and beyond
that of what Christianity is and means this day and time. We pray that the
Spirit of God will speak to their souls as they read this book and that
many of them will accept Christ as their Saviour in a very meaningful way.
"Perhaps I will
have chance to see Dr. Syngman Rhee in the near future. If so I will
certainly mention what you are doing for Korea. Please give my greetings
to Dr. Schwarz and to all friends who have had part in getting this
stirring and challenging book to the Korean people.
"Yours in Christ,
Robert F. Rice
"P.S.–Enclosed find receipt for the $1,000.00 and may the Lord
continue to bless all of your work and witness for Him."
DIRECTOR OF
MISSIONS
In keeping with our expanding work, we have
appointed the Rev. James Colbert, Director of Missions, for the Christian
Anti-Communism Crusade. Jim is one of my closest personal friends. His
physical strength, coupled with his gentleness of disposition are an
inspiration to those who know him. For many years he has been associated
with me in the capacity of advance man. Through courageous, straight forward
action, he has secured for me many remarkable speaking opportunities. He has
great qualities of personal courage, clarity of thought, and unselfish
dedication. As he accepts these added responsibilities, he merits the prayer
and support of our friends. He will be available for speaking in churches,
schools, civic groups, etc. to present a message on the nature of Communism
and an outline of the program of our work. He will also be coordinator of
our overseas projects. In addition he will supervise the establishment of
local chapters of the Christian Anti-Communism Crusade. He merits your
prayer and your support in this colossal task.
"I was first
introduced to the Christian Anti-Communism Crusade through Dr. Schwarz.
Between five and six years ago I invited Dr. Schwarz to speak to my
congregation in Long Beach, California. When I heard him I was impressed. I
was impressed with his fascinating eloquence, clear cut logic, deep
conviction and Spiritual dedication. I was impressed with his message. It
was a startling revelation to me, it left me with a feeling of having done
very little for God and the earth’s people and a conviction that there was
an urgent need for my help in the desperately serious situation that
Communism was imposing upon the world. Our friendship grew and it was not
long before I joined hands with Dr. Schwarz and the Crusade in a part time
capacity. Even though I was engaged in a full time ministry, I had the
privilege and pleasure of travelling and working some with Dr. Schwarz the
next few years.
"As I travelled,
studied, listened and observed I became more aware of the unprecedented
danger the free people of the world faced. The ensuing years found me
serving God through the Christian Anti-Communism Crusade in varied
capacities. I wanted to give urgent priority to this ministry. I asked God
to open the doors and make it possible. Now it has come to pass. As I accept
the newly created office of Director of Missions, I feel that I have entered
the most serious phase of my life’s ministry. These are such important
days in which we live. The crisis is already here. We must all work hard,
fact and sacrificially. We are faced with unprecedented danger.
"I think I see my
obligation and duty clearly. It shall become more clear as the days go on. I
have asked God for courage and His direction. I trust we shall all
positionize ourselves properly so that God and Country shall have maximum
service and not minimum service from our lives. I covet your prayers and
help.
"Sincerely your friend,
James D. Colbert."
LETTER RECEIVED FOLLOWING
MEETINGS
The response to the message delivered at
meetings continues to be one of the foundations of our work. The following
letter rejoiced my heart:
"Dear Doctor Schwarz:
"I listened to your lecture on Communism at the Pasadena Washington
Avenue Church, and I may well say I have never had such a jolt in my whole
life. If an H-Bomb had suddenly landed on our soil, I could scarcely have
been more shocked.
"I’m glad I’m
as old as I am and haven’t many more years to go. But for the sake of
our children and all the younger generations, we older ones are under the
deepest obligation to do all in our power, with all the strength, time and
means at our disposal. I feel it my duty as a Christian and an American
who loves my God and my country, to do all I can, and to enlist the
interest and help of others in this Anti-Communist Crusade. I emptied my
purse at your meeting last night.
"I would also
like very much a transcript of the lecture delivered last night, and also
some of the folders, ‘Will you be able to celebrate Christmas in the
future?’
"I will also
pray that God will bless, sustain, and prosper you in this good work.
"Yours in the Faith,"
KERALA, INDIA
The present state of the work in the Communist
controlled State of Kerala, India, is shown by the following letter from
George Thomas, Ph.D.:
"I am so thankful for your sincere
efforts to raise the money required for the starting of a Newspaper in
Kerala. I have prayed much over the proposal to request the Ford
Foundation’s assistance for our program. After prayerful consideration,
I have written Mr. Esminger in New Delhi. I am enclosing a copy of that
letter for your reference. I trust that I have your full approval.
"As days go by,
I am more assured that our project for the News Paper is very sound and
that no stone should be left unturned for its realization.
"The other day,
I was going through one of the Daily News Papers in Malayalam. Two news
items attracted my attention. One refereed to the arrival of two thousand
tons of Russian Newsprint at one of the Indian ports. The other one
referred to the U.S. Government granting close to two millions dollars to
cover the expenses of five Development projects in India.
"The former News
item was displayed on the front page and was given about ten inches of
space, while the latter was buried on the fifth page among a heap of
insignificant local News and it was allotted exactly half an inch of
space. This hurt me very much and I thought that if we had a News Paper
the presentation of these two News items would have been quite different.
I cut the two pieces and I am enclosing them, herewith, for your
comparison.
"These News
items appeared in a so-called independent Paper with a good standing. Then
you can imagine what the Communist Dailies would do under the same
circumstances. Such instances can be multiplied by the hundreds. That is
why I say that a News Paper under our management can perform a tremendous
service in presenting events in Western countries and their motives in the
right perspective.
"I am hoping and
praying that we can start the Paper in January. I do not think that we can
afford to wait any longer.
"I have been
making inquiries in this country about the purchase of a suitable Press
for our News Paper. A Christian friend of ours, who is an expert in Rotary
machines was making inquiries. He has come up with a proposal which I
think is worth our consideration.
"There is a 1933
Model Obssar Flat-Bed Rotary Machine made in England available for
immediate purchase. This machine is capable of printing up to eight pages
of standard size at the speed of 3500 copies per hour. It will be
delivered to us, erected and given us in working order for $15,000.
"We have to make
a payment of $3000 against the order, $9000 on delivery and the balance in
two installments, one immediately after erection and demonstration and the
other after three months of erection.
"I trust you
have received a copy of the June issue of ‘Viswadeepam’ and a
translation of the editorial I wrote, on the Kerala Chief Minister’s
statement that there would be a repetition of China in India if the
opposition parties joined against the Communists. Prime Minister Nehra in
a recent Press Conference stated that he is in communication with the
Kerala Chief Minister about the statement. Obviously, it has annoyed Mr.
Nehru. I think it is a good thing that the prime minister has at least
taken notice of a serious statement of that nature.
"We have started
working on the July issue of Viswadeepam. I shall appreciate your prayers
as many of us work together to produce a magazine which will be appealing
to the general public. I have enough orders to print 10,000 copies next
month. Unless I have more financial assistance, I don’t think I will be
able to print that many copies, because of the exorbitant price of paper.
"I am thankful
for the $250 that the Crusade is sending. If at all possible, I would
appreciate it very much if the allotment is increased to at least $400 a
month. I am praying God that the Crusade finances might increase
considerable so that you can add to the allotment to Kerala.
"With warm Christian greetings.
George Thomas"
You can
imagine my predicament when I receive such letters. The value and need of
the projects outlined is self-evident. The first reaction is to write
immediately telling George to arrange for the daily newspaper. Then the cold
financial realities descend upon me. We are limited to the amount of money
our Christian friends supply. Some even think we appeal too much for money,
yet the opportunity is so wonderful and the tragedy so great that to ignore
the plea for help would be sinful and criminal. Will you please help in any
way you know to enable us to meet this urgent demand from our dedicated
Indian brother.
FINAL REMARKS
The needs of this expanding program are
obvious. We need your prayer and your continued interest and financial
support. If everyone of us gave all that we had, it still would be so little
compared to the vast assets available to the enemy. Our confidence is in the
power of God to multiply our gifts. In the days of His flesh, our Lord took
the lunch of a little boy and fed multitudes. I am convinced that the little
boy enjoyed a better lunch than had he kept his own rather than give it to
the Lord. Will you go hungry, if necessary, in this battle? My prayers and
the wishes of my heart are with you.
Very sincerely yours,
Fred C. Schwarz
Executive Director
Christian Anti-Communism Crusade
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