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Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Robert J. Tilson, 1932-05-17

 Item
Identifier: RG.004.01

Scope and Contents

Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Robert J. Tilson in London, England. Pendleton reports that marriage was the main topic of consideration during this year’s ministers’ meetings. In particular, they discussed marriages between two people of different religions and the responsibility of ministers in such cases. Pendleton writes, “I pressed this question because the doctrines give us very definite teaching concerning such marriages; but also because it has seemed to me that marriages apparently of this kind, as well as others of a more or less uncertain nature, were increasing.” During discussion, Pendleton considered the possibility that the Church might adopt a definite policy regarding such marriages “in order to strengthen the hands of a minister who was pressed by personal considerations to perform a ceremony which his ecclesiastical conscience did not approve.” They also emphasized the personal responsibility involved when a minister agrees to marry a couple. In Bryn Athyn, they have just enjoyed a brief visit from Mr. Colley Pryke. Pendleton will gladly send a letter of greeting to the British Assembly in accord with Tilson’s request. Names mentioned: Mr. Colley Pryke

Dates

  • 1932-05-17

Extent

From the Collection: 368.00 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Repository Details

Part of the Academy of the New Church Archives Repository

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