General Church of the New Jerusalem
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Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fernand Hussenet, 1929-02-05
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fernand Hussenet in Saint Cloud, Seine et Oise, France.
Pendleton acknowledges Hussenet’s letter of December 12th with enclosed reports. He shares Hussenet’s feeling of enthusiasm for the General Church and is happy to know that 1928 London Assembly impressed Hussenet so favorably. Of the Assembly, Pendleton writes, “For myself it was one of the greatest occasions of my life. The realization that it was an epoch in our history was borne in upon me at...
Dates:
1929-02-05
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fernand Hussenet, 1931-01-19
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fernand Hussenet in Saint Cloud, Seine et Oise, France. Pendleton expresses gratitude for Hussenet’s Christmas greetings and for Hussenet’s faithful service to the Church over the years. Pendleton hopes Hussenet and his wife (Stephanie) will remain in good health, and he asks Hussenet to convey his greetings to the members of the French section of the General Church.
Dates:
1931-01-19
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fernand Hussenet, 1917-12-14
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fernand Hussenet in Paris, France. General Church of the New Jerusalem letterhead. French copy attached.
Pendleton is glad that Hussenet appreciates the financial gift from the General Church, though Pendleton regrets that they could not be more generous as the Church is under increased financial strain as a result of the War. With practically all the active young men in Bryn Athyn leaving to join the war effort in France, Pendleton hopes that the...
Dates:
1917-12-14
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Gyllenhaal , 1914-05-13
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Gyllenhaal in Bombay, India.
Pendleton informs Gyllenhaal of changes to the General Church’s position as it relates to Mr. Bhatt and his followers. They have recently formed their own New Church organization in India. The money that was sent for Mr. Patel to come to America has been returned. The meeting which instituted this organization was presided over by Mr. Morris, meaning that Conference influences prevailed. Pendleton remains hopeful...
Dates:
1914-05-13
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Gyllenhaal, 1914-07-13
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Gyllenhaal in Port Louis, Mauritius Island.
Pendleton has received Gyllenhaal’s letters of April 27th and June 20th. Pendleton anticipated what Gyllenhaal wrote about Mr. Morse and other Church friends in Australia; Pendleton hopes Mr. Morse will be able to come to Bryn Athyn some time in the future. Pendleton was pleasantly surprised by Gyllenhaal’s experiences in Bombay and Bhavnagar with Professor Bhatt and his followers; Conference...
Dates:
1914-07-13
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Gyllenhaal, 1916-12-01
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Gyllenhaal in Durban, Natal, South Africa.
Pendleton has received Gyllenhaal’s letter of Oct. 12th. Pendleton reports that he has learned in a note from Mr. Morse that several Australian New Churchmen have reconciled their differences as a result of the General Church’s efforts. Pendleton is glad that Gyllenhaal has accepted the responsibility of representing the Bishop in the Church’s work in Basutoland. Pendleton advises that Gyllenhaal...
Dates:
1916-12-01
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Gyllenhaal, 1917-03-14
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Gyllenhaal in Durban, Natal, South Africa.
Pendleton has received Gyllenhaal’s letter of Dec. 29th and Jan. 8th. Pendleton encloses a formal message welcoming the Basutos into the General Church. Pendleton discusses the appropriate name for the Church (“The African Church of the New Jerusalem in Basutoland,” “The African General Church of the New Jerusalem in Basutoland,” or “The African Church of the New Jerusalem in South Africa”).
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Dates:
1917-03-14
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Gyllenhaal, 1920-09-10
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Gyllenhaal in London, England.
Pendleton has received Gyllenhaal’s letter of August 26th. Pendleton discusses matters related to Gyllenhaal’s transfer to England: He is pleased with Gyllenhaal’s proposal to preach at both Peckham Rye and Colchester every Sunday, and he discusses Gyllenhaal’s new salary. Pendleton has heard from Mr. Acton of the recent successful assembly meetings in Colchester, and he thinks this bodes well for the work of...
Dates:
1920-09-10
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Gyllenhaal, 1920-09-14
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Gyllenhaal in London, England.
Pendleton has received Gyllenhaal’s letter of Aug. 31st. Because the current exchange rate greatly advantages the pound, the Church will immediately forward Gyllenhaal’s salary for the entire year ($1,500 or £430). Pendleton admits that all the Church’s teachers and ministers are greatly underpaid considering the current cost of living, and he hopes that contributions from the Colchester and Peckham Rye...
Dates:
1920-09-14
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Gyllenhaal, 1922-02-16
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Gyllenhaal in London, England.
Pendleton acknowledges Gyllenhaal’s letter of Jan. 19th with enclosed report. Pendleton is pleased that the Colchester society is determined to go forward with their affairs by their own means. Pendleton has received Mr. Tilson’s letter giving details of Mr. Ottley’s death. Pendleton discusses the baptism of African New Church people who practice polygamy. The Consistory has considered passages from the Writings...
Dates:
1922-02-16