Papers of Arvid Carlson, 1939-2006

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Summary

Creators:
Carlson, Arvid Fritiof, 1912-2006
Abstract:
Extent:
1 Box, 0.5 linear feet
Language:
Preferred citation:

Papers of Arvid Carlson. Fuller Theological Seminary-David Allan Hubbard Library Archives

Background

Scope and content:

The Papers of Arvid F Carlson, 1939-2006 contains the autobiography, photographic reprints, and select sermons notes written by Carlson. The collection primarily includes typewritten sermon notes with annotations. Each sermon has notes indicating the various dates and locations where the sermon was delivered. Subjects include the Book of Hebrews, the Crisis of the Crucifixion, the Face of Christ, Prophecy, and Baptism.

Biographical / historical:

Arvid Fritiof Carlson (b. May 30, 1912 – d. June 22, 2006) joined Fuller Theological Seminary as Lecturer in Evangelism and Christian Life from 1950-1951. Carlson’s first church assignment was with the Evangelical Mission Covenant in Eagle Rock, CA in 1936. Carlson attended BIOLA College, and graduated in 1939. He prepared for ordination at North Park College, Chicago, IL in 1943. Allergies prompted his return to California. From 1945 to 1963, Carlson became a traveling Covenant preacher and the youngest pastor of Pasadena Covenant Church in Pasadena, CA. His final church assignment was with the Evangelical Free Church in Felton, CA beginning in 1971. Arvid Carlson was also one of the first television preachers. He regularily provided a 3 minute sermon on The Campus Christian Hour, produced by Ralph Charmichael in Southern California. The “3 point sermon” defined his preaching style.

Acquisition information:
Donated to Fuller Seminary on January 23, 2017, gift of Linda (Carlson) Bergthold and Pamela (Carlson) Burnham, the daughters of Arvid F Carlson.

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Restrictions:

Supervised use only. Scholarly use within parameters of copyright law.

Terms of access:

All rights reserved.

Preferred citation:

Papers of Arvid Carlson. Fuller Theological Seminary-David Allan Hubbard Library Archives

Location of this collection:
135 North Oakland Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91182, US
Contact:
(626) 584-5311
archives@fuller.edu
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