Pitcairn, Theodore, Rev. (1893-1973)
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Dates
- Existence: 1893 - 1973
Found in 168 Collections and/or Records:
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn, 1925-07-02
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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 wonders if former theological school student John Jiyana has arrived in South Africa yet. Jiyana was sent home without first being ordained, as Pendleton was “not satisfied with his state.” Pendleton himself has recently returned from a meeting of the Sons of the Academy in Pittsburgh. He remarks, “Certainly the ‘Sons’ are coming on fast. They represent a somewhat new and very interesting...
Dates:
1925-07-02
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn, 1925-11-16
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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 elaborates on the cable he sent to Pitcairn asking for assistance in Bryn Athyn. George (DeCharms)’s health is failing and, after consultation with Raymond (Pitcairn), it was decided that someone should be sent for to relieve DeCharms of his responsibilities. Pendleton does not know if Pitcairn is willing or able to leave his position in South Africa, but he thought Pitcairn should be...
Dates:
1925-11-16
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn, 1926-01-12
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn. Pendleton is sorry that Pitcairn will have to go through a great deal of “red tape” to bring Maryke into the United States. The people of Bryn Athyn are all looking forward to the couple’s arrival. Pendleton closes the letter writing, “I wish you both a very happy journey, not only across the water, but through life.” Names mentioned: Maryke (Urban Pitcairn)
Dates:
1926-01-12
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn, 1930-02-10
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn at Chateau de la Motte, Thoury-Ferrottes, Seine-et-Marne, France.
Pendleton congratulates Pitcairn and his wife on the birth of their daughter. In Bryn Athyn, the mid-year meetings have just concluded, and Pendleton plans to visit Atlantic City with his wife for a few days to recuperate. Pendleton informs Pitcairn of an upcoming change to the government of the Church; He writes, “It has been decided at the forthcoming Assembly to...
Dates:
1930-02-10
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn, 1930-03-28
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn at Chateau de la Motte, Thoury-Ferrottes, Seine-et-Marne, France. Pendleton thanks Pitcairn for the generous offer which he received by mail shortly before the Friday Consistory meeting. Pendleton writes that the Consistory unanimously decided to offer $500 to Mr. Bjorck and $500 to Bishop Tilson to defray the cost of their travel expenses. Names mentioned: Mr. (Albert) Bjorck, Bishop (Robert J.) Tilson
Dates:
1930-03-28
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn, 1930-04-01
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn in Chateau de la Motte, Thoury-Ferrottes, Seine-et-Marne, France.
Pendleton responds to a significant letter from Pitcairn, in which Pitcairn relays his change of view regarding the “Hague Doctrines.” Pendleton writes, “I fully reciprocate your personal feelings toward me as a friend, and I am not hurt by your change of view, but much interested to know just wherein you consider your former view to be wrong and that of Mr. Pfeiffer...
Dates:
1930-04-01
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn, 1930-04-29
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn in Chateau de la Motte, Thoury-Ferrottes, Seine-et-Marne, France.
Pendleton has received Pitcairn’s letter of April 14th, and he remarks that it “raises questions which will take time to settle.” Pendleton has granted Pfeiffer permission to circulate excerpts from his magazine, De Hemelsche Leer, to the ministers and lay people of the Church. In a recent letter to Pendleton, Pfeiffer argued that the principles for interpreting the...
Dates:
1930-04-29
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn, 1930-05-06
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn at Chateau de la Motte, Thoury-Ferrottes, Seine-et-Marne, France.
Pendleton discusses a letter recently received by Pitcairn from Watanabe: “There is so far as I can see nothing in his letter to you which would warrant the conclusion that he is at this time prepared to break with Convention and come to us. It is clear that he is interiorly in sympathy with our position, but equally obvious that he does not want that fact known,...
Dates:
1930-05-06
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn, 1930-07-19
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn at Chateau de la Motte, Thoury-Ferrottes, Seine-et-Marne, France.
Pendleton discusses Pitcairn’s future as a minister and teacher within the General Church given his recent change in belief. Pendleton does not agree with the doctrinal ideas being developed by Pfeiffer in the Hague, and he believes the fallout from this doctrinal disturbance could “break the internal unity” of the Church. He writes, “As to the ultimate practical...
Dates:
1930-07-19
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn, 1930-08-25
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn at Chateau de la Motte, Thoury-Ferrottes, Seine-et-Marne, France. Typed by Miss Campbell dring Mrs. Rennels' summer vacation.
Pendleton acknowledges Pitcairn’s previous cablegram and letter of August 9th in which Pitcairn communicates his decision not to return to his teaching position at the Academy. Pendleton responds, “I quite understand your concern with reference to possible complications in Bryn Athyn if you resumed your work...
Dates:
1930-08-25