General Church of the New Jerusalem
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Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Eldred Edward Iungerich, 1930-07-24
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Eldred Edward Iungerich in Pittsburgh, PA, USA.
Pendleton agrees with Iungerich’s criticism of Pfeiffer’s doctrinal ideas regarding mediate and immediate influx. Pendleton reports on the contents of his letter to Theodore Pitcairn; He has told Pitcairn that there may be hope of reconciliation if the Hague changes their stance. As things are now, Pendleton believes the Hague’s current position will eventually lead to their withdrawal from the General...
Dates:
1930-07-24
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Eldred Edward Iungerich, 1933-12-28
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Eldred Edward Iungerich in Pittsburgh, PA, USA.
Pendleton writes that while there is no spiritual reason to prohibit serving wine at Church suppers, there is the matter of expense. In addition, he thinks it may be wise not to be too aggressive in taking advantage of the recent repeal of the 18th amendment. Pendletons suspects that the customs regarding alcohol in the General Church will slowly revert to their old ways once the finances increase....
Dates:
1933-12-28
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Eldred Edward Iungerich, 1934-02-21
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Eldred Edward Iungerich in Pittsburgh, PA, USA.
Pendleton discusses administration of Church societies. He writes that it is generally proper for General Church societies to align with their parent organization (i.e., the General Church), but that he recognizes the need for differences according to the size and uses of individual societies. However, he adds that societies should be cautious in adopting anything new to the General Church. Pendleton...
Dates:
1934-02-21
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Eldred Edward Iungerich, 1934-12-20
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Eldred Edward Iungerich in Johnstown, PA, USA. Pendleton writes that both the General Church and the Academy are under severe financial strain. Hubert (Hyatt) will write to Iungerich about the timing of the payments he (Iungerich) will be receiving for ministering to the New Church circle in France. Pendleton has endorsed Iungerich’s clerical application and encloses it with this letter. Names mentioned: Hubert (Hyatt)
Dates:
1934-12-20
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Eldred Edward Iungerich, 1935-05-06
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Eldred Edward Iungerich in Seine et Oise, France.
Pendleton reports that the Consistory has enjoyed reading Iungerich’s letters from Paris. Pendleton writes that the Denver Society has finally collapsed following several recent deaths and families moving away. The Pastor, Henry (Heinrichs), has resigned and will move to Kitchener to pursue secular work. Miss Hager will support Heinrichs financially, and the General Church will also continue to pay...
Dates:
1935-05-06
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Eldred Edward Iungerich, 1936-04-06
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Eldred Edward Iungerich in St. Cloud, Seine et Oise, France.
Pendleton reports that the Spring meetings in Bryn Athyn have successfully concluded with the ordination of Dr. (Alfred) Acton into the episcopal degree of the priesthood. Pendleton relays the latest in a series of letters he has exchanged with Mr. Bjorck. Bjorck argues that his letter to Bishop DeCharms does not constitute an attack upon the Church as he merely pointed out things in the...
Dates:
1936-04-06
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Eldred Edward Iungerich, 1936-03-10
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Eldred Edward Iungerich in St. Cloud, Seine et Oise, France.
Pendleton has received Iungerich’s letter of Feb. 21st. Pendleton relays the contents of his reply to Mr. (Albert) Bjorck after Bjorck asked if it was advisable to publish a letter exchange between himself and Bishop DeCharms: “The copy of your letter to Bishop De Charms, which you have forwarded to me, is an open attack upon the General Church, which, on the face of it, involves your...
Dates:
1936-03-10
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Elmo C. Acton, 1927-02-15
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Elmo C. Acton in Durban, Natal, South Africa.
Pendleton acknowledges Acton's letter of December 14th and discusses the very successful mid-year meetings. The Joint Council agreed that the next Assembly take place in London. Pendleton hopes it will be planned for the summer of 1928, but some in London prefer 1929. Describing the meetings, Pendleton writes, "the indication of unity and fraternal feeling was so marked that some one expressed the thought...
Dates:
1927-02-15
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Elmo C. Acton, 1927-07-23
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Elmo C. Acton in Durban, Natal, South Africa.
Pendleton acknowledges Acton's letter and Annual Report of June 15th. Pendleton understands Acton's struggle with his society's "apparent indifference to spiritual instruction." This is a common problem which requires patience and consistent effort. Pendleton had assumed Acton had his own Council, but since he does not, Pendleton recommends Acton wait to appoint one until after his upcoming ordination into...
Dates:
1927-07-23
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Elmo C. Acton, 1930-12-04
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Elmo C. Acton in Durban, Natal, South Africa.
Pendleton acknowledges Acton's letter of October 20th. Pendleton is happy to hear that church members in Durban would like to have regular Assemblies. Pendleton is now calling for a South African Assembly, and he would like Acton to act as Secretary and Mr. (Frederick) Elphick to be presiding officer, acting in Pendleton's place. Pendleton writes, "Our theory of an Assembly is that it is the Bishop's...
Dates:
1930-12-04