Pitcairn, Theodore, Rev. (1893-1973)
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Dates
- Existence: 1893 - 1973
Found in 18 Collections and/or Records:
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, 1922-06-27
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Albert Bjorck in Bath, England.
Pendleton acknowledges Bjorck’s letter of June 5th which he put off answering until the Executive Committee could meet. Pendleton thinks that Mr. Alden has by now informed Bjorck of the Committee’s decision; In an effort to reduce expenses, they have proposed that the Church members in England should provide the money which the Church previously paid Bjorck. Pendleton notes with interest Bjorck’s idea for a publication...
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1922-06-27
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Eldred Edward Iungerich, 1930-12-04
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Eldred Edward Iungerich in Pittsburgh, PA, USA.
Pendleton looks forward to hearing Iungerich preach in Bryn Athyn. Pendleton presumes there will be discussion of Mr. Pfeiffer’s recent “elucidations” on his doctrinal ideas at the February meetings. It is unclear whether Pfeiffer himself will attend the meetings, but Theodore Pitcairn will be there. The January issue of the New Church Life will contain a review of Pfeiffer’s book by Hugo (Odhner), who...
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1930-12-04
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Ernst Deltenre, 1924-03-31
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Ernst Deltenre in Brussels, Belgium.
Following Mr. Hussenet’s threat to use the law in Pairs to keep other bodies of the New Church from working there, Pendleton requests that Deltenre make clear to the readers of “La Nouvelle Jerusalem” that the General Church has a policy of fair and open dealings with other bodies of the New Church. However, he does not wish this message to appear as a public rebuke of Mr. Hussenet’s statement, which Pendleton...
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1924-03-31
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Ernst Deltenre, 1924-04-30
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Ernst Deltenre in Brussels, Belgium.
Pendleton has received Deltenre’s letter of April 12th. He wishes Deltenre to make clear in “La Nouvelle Jerusalem” that the General Church has a policy of fairness and non-interference towards other bodies of the New Church. Pendleton would prefer this to be done without hurting the feelings of Mr. Hussenet if possible. Pendleton reports that three representatives of the Convention Church, including the...
Dates:
1924-04-30
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Ernst Pfeiffer, 1924-11-19
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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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...
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1924-11-19
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Ernst Pfeiffer, 1930-03-03
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Ernst Pfeiffer in The Hague, Holland.
Pendleton acknowledges receipt of Pfeiffer’s letter of Nov. 22nd, the financial report of the Dutch Society, Pfeiffer’s letter of Jan. 19th with translations of his recent editorial and two articles, and the cable containing New Year’s greetings from the Church in Holland. Pendleton apologizes for the delay in his correspondence and expresses appreciation for Pfeiffer’s communications. Pendleton is delighted by...
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1930-03-03
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Ernst Pfeiffer, 1930-12-16
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Ernst Pfeiffer in The Hague, Holland.
Pendleton has received Pfeiffer’s report of Nov. 9th and notes of Nov. 10th and 12th. The Executive Committee has approved the customary allocation of $75 to fund Pfeiffer’s proposed public lecture series. Pendleton has received Pfeiffer’s translation of excerpts from the “De Hemelshe Leer” magazine. He writes, “. . . [I] noted with much interest the points of apparent difference between your view and that which...
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1930-12-16
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. Fred E. Gyllenhaal, 1926-03-06
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Gyllenhaal in Colchester, England.
Pendleton asks if Gyllenhaal plans to attend the upcoming General Assembly in Kitchener, and if so, would he be willing to present a paper during one of the sessions. Pendleton would like to know as soon as possible so that they can print a complete program of the proceedings in the Life. Pendleton informs Gyllenhaal that Theodore (Pitcairn) has returned to Bryn Athyn with his wife (Maryke Urban Pitcairn) to...
Dates:
1926-03-06