With three languages — English, German and French — as channels of expression in every session and with traditional misunderstandings and sectarian prejudices, there would be, of necessity, some critical moments, but the chairmen always
so wisely steered the conference out of troubled waters that those instances which did occur were of trifling consequence by the side of the spirit of gracious
fellowship which pervaded the delegates both in the conference sessions and in the university
halls and hotel lobbies.
And sometimes — if you
so happen to land in a place that knows how to party — a three - piece band playing Dixieland jazz sets up shop outside the sanctuary to fete you as you make your way to the
fellowship hall to greet hundreds of people who love you because you have loved them
so very, very well.