Pitcairn, Theodore, Rev. (1893-1973)
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Dates
- Existence: 1893 - 1973
Found in 13 Collections and/or Records:
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Albert Bjorck, 1928-11-05
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Albert Bjorck in Palma de Mallorca, Spain.
Pendleton is interested in the potential of Bjorck’s wife’s nephew training for the ministry; If he decides he is interested, a theological class will start next year with two young men about his age. Pendleton is grieved to hear that nothing can be done for Bjorck’s leg, but he is happy that Bjorck may move back to England. Pendleton has not yet had a chance to speak to Mr. (Theodore) Pitcairn about his...
Dates:
1928-11-05
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Ernst Pfeiffer, 1924-11-19
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Ernst Pfeiffer in The Hague, Holland.
Pendleton congratulates Pfeiffer on completing three years of service to the Church in Holland. Pendleton is particularly pleased that Pfeiffer, with the help of Theo Pitcairn, was able to find a better location for the Church and manse. Pendleton is also pleased that Mr. Boef will be coming to study at the Theological School in the new year; Boef should have no trouble getting through immigration now that the...
Dates:
1924-11-19
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Gyllenhaal, 1918-04-17
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Gyllenhaal in Durban, Natal, South Africa.
Pendleton has received Gyllenhaal’s letters of Dec. 31st, Jan. 5th, Jan. 10th, and Feb. 1st. Gyllenhaal’s report of his trip to Basutoland was read at a Joint Meeting of the Consistory and Executive Committee; There was much interest in the school Gyllenhaal has established with the help of Mr. Buss. Pendleton informs Gyllenhaal of the death of Rev. (Carl) Odhner. Rev. Will Caldwell will be asked to...
Dates:
1918-04-17
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gustaf Baeckström, 1920-01-12
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gustaf Baeckström in Stockholm, Sweden.
Pendleton acknowledges Baeckstrom’s letter of Dec. 10th. Pendleton is glad to hear of Baeckstrom’s missionary success with lectures and book sales, but he writes that if the work becomes too much for Baeckstrom, it is more important to focus on building up permanent church centers. Pendleton will take the matter of financial aid to the Extension Committee. Pendleton has read a translation of the article on the...
Dates:
1920-01-12
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Hugo Odhner, 1917-05-08
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Hugo Odhner in Kitchener, ON, Canada. Pendleton informs Odhner that his ordination into the second degree of the priesthood will take place on Sunday morning, June 24th. Odhner will need to provide his own blue stole. Karl (Alden) and Theo (Pitcairn) will be ordained into the first degree at the same time, although they will continue with certain courses at the Theological School next year. Names mentioned: Karl (Alden), Theodore (Pitcairn)
Dates:
1917-05-08
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Reginald W. Brown, 1920-12-03
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Reginald W. Brown in Durban, SA.
Pendleton has received Brown’s letter of Oct. 25th with enclosures. Pendleton agrees with Brown in his hope and expectation that the Academy will continue to grow; This year they have a total of 237 students. Pendleton will be glad to have Brown back at the Academy, and he wonders where Brown got the idea that there was not enthusiasm for his return. Pendleton reports that theological student George Mokoena has made...
Dates:
1920-12-03
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn, 1923-04-27
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn in Ladybrand, Orange Free State.
Pendleton encloses the authorization Pitcairn requested. Pendleton was glad to learn that the new building near Qhuqhu has been completed and is now in use for services. He asks whether Jonas Mphatse formally officiates at or near Qhuqhu, and he inquires what has become of Rev. Mofokeng. Pendleton comments that it looks as if Pitcairn’s day school at Alpha might “grow out of hand,” and he wonders how...
Dates:
1923-04-27
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn, 1920-11-30
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn in Maseru, Basutoland, South Africa.
Pendleton responds to Pitcairn’s letter of Oct. 5th. He has yet to hear from the Brabys regarding Viola (Heath?) and their search for a governess in Durban. Pendleton has heard that Kenneth and Doris Ridgway will soon depart for Bryn Athyn to attend school at the Academy. Pendleton has received word from Mr. Brown that he fully intends returning to teach at the Academy next year. Some think it...
Dates:
1920-11-30
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn, 1924-12-30
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn in Durban, Natal, South Africa.
Pendleton has received Pitcairn’s letter of Dec. 11th. Pendleton originally suggested sending Alan Gill to South Africa as Pitcairn’s assistant, but he now sees that whoever is sent to assist will likely become the next Durban society pastor. With this in mind, Pendleton discusses several potential candidates for the position, including Alan Gill, Elmo Acton, Fred Gyllenhaal and Reginald Brown. If the...
Dates:
1924-12-30
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn, 1925-03-11
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn.
Pendleton reports on the progress of the two African students in the Bryn Athyn theological school. He discusses a recent incident involving an article written by one of the students, John Jiyana:
“I have not yet been able to get the article written by John, and my only definite knowledge of its contents is drawn from your letter to him, in which you refer to certain features of its contents. The effect was to make me doubt the...
Dates:
1925-03-11