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Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Eric Sandstrom in Jonkoping, Sweden. Pendleton was pleased to read Sandstrom’s informative letter concerning the status of the Church at Jonkoping. Referring to Jonkoping, Pendleton writes, “Some exceedingly vague rumors have reached us here, but nothing very definite. I feel, however, that you will “hold the fort,” and attain success in the end.” In Bryn Athyn, they have just concluded the Spring ministers’ meetings, and Dr. Acton has been ordained...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Gyllenhaal in Colchester, England. Pendleton has received word from Mr. Cooper that his (Pendleton’s) recommendation has been unanimously accepted; Victor Gladish will be sent to the Colchester Society. Pendleton will ordain Gladish into the first degree of the priesthood in Bryn Athyn and into the second degree at the upcoming General Assembly in London. Pendleton would like to know how much financial support Gladish may expect to receive...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Homer Synnestvedt in Pittsburgh, PA, USA. Pendleton thanks Synnestvedt for his account of the meeting that was held in Pittsburgh to discuss who their next pastor will be. Although Pendleton would have preferred to have the question of the Pittsburgh pastorate settled before the upcoming Assembly, he thinks the two week delay they decided on was advisable. In Bryn Athyn, George (DeCharms) was ordained into the third degree of the priesthood. Names...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Robert J. Tilson in London, England. Pendleton has received Tilson’s letter of Jan. 24th with enclosed report. Pendleton is pleased Tilson was able to visit Colchester to conduct evening services several times during Mr. Gyllenhaal’s absence. In Bryn Athyn, the ministers’ meetings have successfully concluded. Pendleton comments on the meetings, “Perhaps greater intensity was developed than for years, a deep affectional strain accomplished by...