Pitcairn, Theodore, Rev. (1893-1973)
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- Existence: 1893 - 1973
Found in 11 Collections and/or Records:
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Albert Bjorck, 1930-06-24
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Albert Bjorck in Woodgreen, Salisbury, England.
The Bryn Athyn Assembly has just ended. Pendleton reports that a variety of views were expressed in the papers read, and while the Church remains unified, he believes that there are “indications on the horizon that we may be approaching a period of temptations.” Pendleton then discusses the Hague position at length. In a discussion with Theodore Pitcairn, Pitcairn admitted to Pendleton that the...
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1930-06-24
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Albert Bjorck, 1930-07-19
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Albert Bjorck in Woodgreen, Salisbury, England.
Pendleton was pleased with Bjorck’s letter of July 3rd. Pendleton has always seen the Writings as a rational revelation which can be accessed by a direct approach. The term ‘rational’ includes the spiritual and celestial, as these are the degrees of the natural mind. Pendleton thinks that much of what Pfeiffer says is true, but that the conclusions of his ideas lead to grave consequences for the Church....
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1930-07-19
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Albert Bjorck, 1930-08-26
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Albert Bjorck in Woodgreen, Salisbury, England. Note: Typed by Stella Campbell.
Pendleton was pleased to receive Bjorck’s last letter and hear that the British Assembly was successful. Pendleton is especially gratified by the stance Bjorck has taken towards the Hague dogmas. While Pendleton agrees that most of the ideas advanced by those advocating for the Hague doctrines are true, he thinks that there is an underlying assumption which should be...
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1930-08-26
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Albert Bjorck, 1932-02-10
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Albert Bjorck in Woodgreen, Salisbury, England.
Pendleton has received Bjorck’s reports and letter of Dec. 31st. The Mid-year meetings have just ended. The Ministers’ Meetings where devoted to the subject of the state of the Church and the responsibility of priests when marrying those of different religions. Pendleton raised the question because he feels that the minister has a very definite responsibility in that situation, and he sensed a growing...
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1932-02-10
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Gyllenhaal, 1922-02-16
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Gyllenhaal in London, England.
Pendleton acknowledges Gyllenhaal’s letter of Jan. 19th with enclosed report. Pendleton is pleased that the Colchester society is determined to go forward with their affairs by their own means. Pendleton has received Mr. Tilson’s letter giving details of Mr. Ottley’s death. Pendleton discusses the baptism of African New Church people who practice polygamy. The Consistory has considered passages from the Writings...
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1922-02-16
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Gyllenhaal, 1922-07-06
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Gyllenhaal in London, England.
Pendleton encloses an official letter for Gyllenhaal to read aloud at the Colchester Assembly. Pendleton reports that he has not seen Theodore Pitcairn much as he (Pitcairn) is still in Toronto where meetings are being held for the teachers and the Sons of the Academy. Pendleton has heard a good report of the teachers’ meeting, and he hopes the Sons will grant material assistance again this year for...
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1922-07-06
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Gyllenhaal, 1923-10-19
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Gyllenhaal in London, England.
Pendleton has received word from Mr. Deltenre that he will go wherever he is sent, but he foresees certain difficulties if he is transferred to England. Due to the rate of exchange, there would be a significant reduction in Deltenre’s income, and the Executive Committee does not feel they can commit to subsidizing his salary. However, they suggest that Gyllenhaal and Bjorck might come to some financial...
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1923-10-19
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. George DeCharms, 1930-07-19
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. George DeCharms in Ashokan, NY, USA. Care of Mr. Raymond Pitcairn.
Original enclosures: Letter to Bishop Pendleton from Theodore Pitcairn dated June 30th, 1930 and Bishop Pendleton’s reply dated July 19th, 1930.
Pendleton writes that he has been placed in a difficult position by Theodore Pitcairn’s request that Pendleton chose whether he returns to work in Bryn Athyn or not. Pendleton feels that if he tells Pitcairn to return, it will be an...
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1930-07-19
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gerrit Barger, 1920-02-02
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gerrit Barger in the Hague, Holland.
Pendleton acknowledges Barger’s letters of Dec. 15th and January 3rd. Pendleton discusses the case of Mr. Pfeiffer and his acceptance of the Authority of the Writings; He writes, “In a conflict between Kant the philosopher and Swedenborg the Revelator, the Divine Truth will surely prevail with all those who receive it sincerely and in simplicity.” Pendleton is glad to hear Barger no longer plans to leave the Hague,...
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1920-02-02
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gustaf Baeckström, 1933-04-06
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gustaf Baeckström in Stockholm, Sweden.
Pendleton apologizes for not writing sooner; They have had a very busy year in Bryn Athyn. The Ministers’ Meetings were consumed this year by Mr. (Ernst) Pfeiffer and his followers with the new teachings that they have been espousing for the last two or three years. A compilation of critical minsters’ papers, with responses in defense of the new teachings by Pfeiffer and Theodore Pitcairn, will be published in...
Dates:
1933-04-06