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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Alan Gill in Toronto, Canada. Pendleton recommends that Gill stay in Toronto until Mr. Odhner arrives, which should be sometime around the Christmas holidays. Pendleton and the Consistory believe this will provide Gill with valuable experience as a minister. Gill will be compensated, and arrangements will be made so that he does not fall too far behind in his studies. Names mentioned: Mr. Odhner, Mr. Anderson, W.F. Pendleton

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fernand Hussenet in Paris, France. Pendleton acknowledges receipt of Hussenet’s letter to Bishop W.F. Pendleton. Pendleton is pleased that the French Society has continued its Church activities, including public worship in Paris, despite the difficulties resulting from the War. Pendleton writes that the sympathies of people back in Bryn Athyn have been “powerfully stirred” by a letter from Madame Lucas to Mrs. Iungerich. Pendleton sends along the love...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Waelchli in Wyoming, Ohio, USA. Pendleton has received Waelchli’s letter of November 1st along with an enclosed letter from Peter Klippenstein to Waelchli and Waelchli’s reply. Pendleton comments that they should give Peter’s plan some time to “shake down.” He feels that the Church is on the verge of making a number of changes, but one thing depends on another. He agrees with Waelchli that they should attempt to establish a permanent society...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Thomas S. Harris in Abington, MA, USA. The Bishop (W. F. Pendleton) has requested that N. D. Pendleton write to Harris to inquire whether he might be willing to accept a pastoral call from the New Church Baltimore Society. The Baltimore group has about 25 adults and 25 children, and they are willing to financially assist the General Church in maintaining a residential pastor. The Bishop would like an answer from Harris before he discusses it with the...