Pitcairn, Theodore, Rev. (1893-1973)
Person
Dates
- Existence: 1893 - 1973
Found in 93 Collections and/or Records:
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
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Gyllenhaal, 1930-04-30
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Gyllenhaal in Toronto, Canada.
Pendleton writes that the Academy has never liked the term “Swedenborgian”; He suggests that it would be appropriated to put “The New Church founded on the Writings of Emanuel Swedenborg” on a sign board instead. Pendleton reports that no Consistory meeting has been scheduled yet because people are tired of attending meetings. Pendleton was happy to hear that Gyllenhaal’s wife, Agnes, and daughter, Zoe, are...
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1930-04-30
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Gyllenhaal, 1932-11-30
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Gyllenhaal in Toronto, Canada.
Pendleton has received Gyllenhaal’s letter of Nov. 8th with enclosed membership application for Ernest Zorn. Pendleton approves of Gyllenhaal’s insistence on baptism into the General Church as a requirement for admission to the Toronto Society school. Pendleton is happy to hear that Church attendance in Toronto has increased. Theodore (Pitcairn) arrived back in Bryn Athyn with his family; Pendleton had a...
Dates:
1932-11-30
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gaston J. Fercken , 1916-01-22
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gaston J. Fercken in Lausanne, Switzerland.
Pendleton has received Fercken’s letters of Oct. 31st, Nov. 29th, and Dec. 9th and is pleased with Fercken’s progress in Lausanne. Pendleton writes that Mr. (Theodore?) Pitcairn may be able to assist Fercken in making missionary trips to Geneva. A certificate of membership has been sent to Madame St. Pern. Pendleton hopes Madame Delieutraz-Bourquin may represent the beginning of the General Church in Geneva....
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1916-01-22
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gaston J. Fercken , 1916-09-11
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gaston J. Fercken in Lausanne, Switzerland.
Pendleton has received Fercken’s letters of July 14th and 17th with $2 enclosed from Mme. de Chazal for a subscription to the Life and $3 from Fercken’s society for the revised edition of the Liturgy. Pendleton has read with concern what Fercken writes about the engagement of Miss Hilda Collins and Mr. Nusbaum. Pendleton reports that the automobile missionary trip of Theodore Pitcairn and Karl Alden has...
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1916-09-11
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gaston J. Fercken, 1916-11-16
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gaston J. Fercken in Lausanne, Switzerland.
Pendleton has received Fercken’s letters of Sept. 12th and 16th. Regarding Fercken’s confidential communication about M. Pierre de Chazal, Pendleton advises Fercken to “stand quietly but firmly for the dignity and authority of the priesthood.” Pendleton regrets becoming involved in the Nusbaum engagement as nothing is really known in Bryn Athyn except a vague rumor of marital difficulties, and he recommends...
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1916-11-16
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gaston J. Fercken , 1914-06-13
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. G.J. Fercken in Nantua, France.
Pendleton is glad to hear that Fercken has been able to sell his farm but does not think that Fercken should visit Bryn Athyn earlier than planned as the schools will be closed and many will be away on vacation. Pendleton hopes Fercken may be able to meet with Rev. Eldred E. Iungerich over the summer while Iungerich is temporarily stationed in Paris. Mr. (Theodore?) Pitcairn, Miss Hogan, and Miss Falk of Bryn Athyn will...
Dates:
1914-06-13
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. George DeCharms, 1925-02-13
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. George DeCharms.
Pendleton has received a telegram from Theo Pitcairn asking if DeCharms can come to South Africa at Pitcairn’s expense. Pendleton believes they could make arrangements in Bryn Athyn to carry on without DeCharms if he wishes to go. Pendleton continues to hear reports of DeCharms’ improved health. Pendleton discusses the weather in Bryn Athyn, i.e. snow and floods, and the atmosphere after the recent intense Ministers’ Meetings....
Dates:
1925-02-13
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. George DeCharms, 1925-02-20
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. George DeCharms.
Pendleton advises DeCharms to rest in Florida for a few more weeks before returning to Bryn Athyn and giving Theodore Pitcairn an answer about whether or not he will be able to travel to South Africa. Pendleton reports that there is nothing new in Bryn Athyn except that he turned 60 yesterday and received a visit from the elementary school children. He writes, “As I looked in their young faces I tried to think of myself as they...
Dates:
1925-02-20
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. George DeCharms, 1930-07-28
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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.
In response to DeCharms’ letter of July 26th, Pendleton writes that there is no reason DeCharms should return at any date as Pendleton will be in Bryn Athyn all summer and the preaching engagements can be easily taken care of. Pendleton is happy to hear that DeCharms and his wife Fidelia have enjoyed the rest and recreation. He hopes they will stay as long as possible because the...
Dates:
1930-07-28