Group's Criticism of Epps Is Unfair

I am writing in response to your article regarding the alleged religious bias displayed by Dean of Students Archie C. Epps III's delaying recognition of "Christians for Action" as a student group ("Group Accuses Epps of Religious Bias," news story, Dec. 6).

Although I do not know of the exact nature of this proposed Bible Study Group, I believe any informed observer of the American-religious scene would be dismayed by its founder's affiliation with the Boston Church of Christ. As a friend of someone who was temporarily "taken in" by this cult-like organization. I have personally witnessed the destructive effects of its "ministry."

According to my understanding of its policies, Harvard's United Ministries refuses to recognize such aggressively proselytizing groups out of respect for cultural pluralism and interreligous dialogue.

The criticism leveled at Epps in the article strikes me as particularly incongruous. My work in campus activities has convinced me that Epps is an exceptionally devoted and fair-minded administrator who works with a broad array of student groups to ensure their successful operation. Epps should be lauded for his responsible decision to look into this group more closely. --Frank A. Pasquale '96   Catholic Students Association