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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Reginald W. Brown in Bryn Athyn, PA, USA. Pendleton informs Brown that the General Church will contribute $200 toward traveling expenses if Brown is able to attend the 1928 General Church Assembly in London.

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Richard Morse in Sydney, Australia. Pendleton writes that the enclosed letter from Mr. Morgan will explain itself. Regarding the letter, he comments, “All who are in sympathy with the General Church ought to be united for the sake of the great work that lies before us.” He places the matter in Morse’s hands. Pendleton informs Morse that there will be a General Assembly in Bryn Athyn in June, at which time a new Bishop will be selected. Names...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Richard Morse in Sydney, Australia. Pendleton has received Morse’s letter of April 19th. Pendleton reports that, although it first appeared attendance would be low, the recent General Assembly in Bryn Athyn had a record turnout of about 230 guests and resulted in a general feeling of unity and encouragement for the future. The questions which have been disturbing the Church were addressed, and a policy regarding them was presented and accepted....

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Richard Morse in Sydney, Australia. Pendleton has received Morse’s letters of January 16th and February 20th with enclosed annual report and photographs. Pendleton especially enjoys the photograph showing Morse’s ecclesiastical outfit, and he informs Morse that he has placed the photographs in the Library collection for preservation. Pendleton congratulates Morse and the Sydney Society for severing ties with the Government as they will now be free to...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Richard Morse in Sydney, Australia. Pendleton advises Morse on General Church customs relating to conducting services in the absence of an ordained minister. He writes, “It has been our custom for many years standing to have some steady minded layman lead in worship in case the minister for any reason cannot serve. The use in question is regarded as more important than the order. Some formal distinctions, however, may well be made. One we have...

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Richard Morse in Sydney, Australia. Pendleton informs Morse that his greetings to the General Assembly in Kitchener were delivered and heartily received. An account of the successful Assembly will shortly be published in the Life. Pendleton is preparing to depart for the seashore for five weeks’ rest. He will return to Bryn Athyn for school opening in September.

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Richard Morse in Sydney, Australia. Pendleton informs Morse that his letter of December 30th with enclosed annual reports arrived in time to be presented at the mid-year meetings. These meetings were highly successful, and the Joint Council approved the calling of the next General Assembly in London. Pendleton’s secretary, Miss Freda Pendleton, has been out sick, but Pendleton will inform her of Morse’s request for more blank report forms when she...

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Richard Morse in Sydney, Australia. Pendleton informs Morse that the Church plans to call a General Assembly in London during the summer of 1928. Pendleton will ordain Rev. R. J. Tilson into the third degree of the Priesthood at the Assembly. If Morse is able to attend, the General Church will contribute $500 toward his traveling expenses. Names mentioned: Rev. (Robert J.) Tilson

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Richard Morse in Sydney, Australia. Pendleton received Morse’s last two letters upon his return from an extended visit to Europe and South Africa. He notes that Rennels has informed Morse of the dates of the next Assembly, and he looks forward to having Miss Taylor in Bryn Athyn for the occasion. Pendleton was unaware that Ormond Odhner had interest in studying for the ministry. His brother, Philip Odhner, is currently in theological school and shows...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Richard Morse in Sydney, Australia. Pendleton has received Morse’s annual report and letter of Jan. 8th. The report arrived in time to be read at the midyear meetings, which Pendleton believes were a success. They discussed having a General Church Assistant Bishop, and the idea was received favorably. Construction on the new Assembly Hall is nearly complete, and the building should be ready in time for use in June. Pendleton reports that Miss (Mora)...