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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Thomas S. Harris in Abington, MA, USA. Pendleton has received Harris’ letter of May 27th. Pendleton writes that Harris’ transfer to Arbutus can take place at any time which is convenient. Pendleton suggests that Harris make arrangements directly with the people of Arbutus and that he pay them a visit after the upcoming Ministers’ Meetings in Bryn Athyn. Names mentioned: Mr. Freeman

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Willard D. Pendleton. Pendleton gives Willard advice regarding the pastoral role. He writes that a minister may exceed the powers pertaining to his degree, but only in emergencies with the Bishop’s permission. In addition, any rites and ceremonies performed in this manner should be carried out in the Bishop’s name. In the case of a new pastor, the pervious pastoral council will remain in place until a new council is appointed. Pendleton recommends...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Willard D. Pendleton in Aspinwall, PA, USA. Pendleton elaborates on his telegram to Willard of May 5th. Henry (Heinrichs) has resigned as Pastor of the Denver Society. He plans to move to Kitchener, Ontario and pursue secular work. The purpose of Pendleton’s telegram was to inquire if Willard was still interested in Henry for the position of assistant pastor with the Pittsburgh Society, but at the last Executive Committee meeting, it was decided that...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. William B. Caldwell in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton acknowledges Caldwell’s letter of April 2nd. Pendleton remarks that while his last letter was not intended to increase the desire of the Immanuel Church Council to have George DeCharms, the Council’s wishes must be respected, and so Pendleton will include DeCharms’ name among the nominees. Pendleton is glad to hear Caldwell will come to Bryn Athyn on May 1st. In the interim between a pastor leaving...

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton's secretary, Freda Pendleton, to Rev. Homer Synnestvedt in Pittsburgh, PA, USA. At N. D. Pendleton’s request, F. Pendleton sends Synnestvedt the schedule for the upcoming meeting beginning on Feb. 6th. It includes meetings of the Consistory, Council of Clergy, Joint Councils, and the Executive Committee. Names mentioned: Uncle Dandridge (N. D. Pendleton)

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton's secretary, Freda Pendleton, to Rev. Homer Synnestvedt in Pittsburgh, PA, USA. F. Pendleton has read Synnestvedt’s letter concerning Mrs. Reedy attending Convention services to Bishop Pendleton. The Bishop thinks Synnestvedt’s letter to Reedy is sufficient; He does not feel the need to write to her himself as she has not actually resigned from the General Church. He does not think she needs to resign for wishing to attend Convention services. F. Pendleton is...

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Typed copy of a telegram from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Homer Synnestvedt in Pittsburgh, PA, USA. Text: “Unanimous call given you to become Pastor of Toronto Society. Letter follows.” Signed: “N D Pendleton”