Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Robert J. Tilson in London, England. In response to Tilson’s letter of April 10th, Pendleton sends his regrets that Tilson will not attend the upcoming Assembly in Bryn Athyn. However, he understands that Tilson’s doctor has recommended against making the journey due to Tilson’s age. He comments, “The time comes when we must all begin to narrow the circle of our physical activities.” Rev. Pfeiffer has written to Pendleton for permission to distribute...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Robert J. Tilson in London, England. Pendleton asks Tilson to pass his greetings and blessings along to the British Assembly. In Bryn Athyn, the 14th General Assembly has just concluded. Despite some criticism that the papers presented were too long and abstract, Pendleton was particularly impressed by the depth of New Church thought displayed. He remarks on the fact that the papers all focused on the other world, which he feels was providential. He...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Robert J. Tilson in London, England. Pendleton encloses a letter for Tilson to read to the London Assembly. He also encloses a copy of a letter recently written to Mr. Bjorck regarding the Hague controversy over the internal sense of the Writings. He comments to Tilson, “We here take no part in what appears to be the fundamental claim involved in the doctrinal development at the Hague. However, we have refrained from any definite public expression...

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Robert J. Tilson in London, England. Pendleton formally requests that Tilson preside at the upcoming London Assembly.

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Robert J. Tilson in London, England. Pendleton informs Tilson that they have decided to send Bishop DeCharms to Europe this summer. He will first go to Holland and then to England for the Assembly. Pendleton comments, “His mission this summer will be of more than usual importance, owing to the confusion of thought with a number of our people, perhaps more in Europe that on our side, though we here are not all as clear as I could wish.” Names...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Robert J. Tilson in London, England. Pendleton has been unable to answer correspondence as he was taken ill with the grippe while visiting Atlantic City with his wife and daughter. In response to Tilson’s last letter, Pendleton writes, “I entirely agree with you that the Writings are the internal sense of the Word; that, indeed, is what they claim for themselves, and so it is just what they are. The old Academy stand, with reference to them, is...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Robert J. Tilson in London, England. Pendleton thanks Tilson for his letter of July 14th and various interesting enclosures. Pendleton does not know what to make of Mr. Coulson’s unusual ordination, that is, whether Coulson is now an ordained minister or simply a recognized leader. Pendleton hopes the British Assembly will be successful this year, resulting in a feeling of spiritual unity despite the current Church controversies. After reading Miss...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Robert J. Tilson in London, England. Pendleton wishes to appoint an Assembly Committee for the General Church in England. He believes this will mark a step forward for the Church and will serve to differentiate Assemblies, which are called by the Bishop, from society meetings. Pendleton suggests the committee be made up of Tilson, Victor (Gladish), a member from Michael Church, and a member from the Colchester Society. Pendleton would like Tilson to...

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Robert J. Tilson in London, England. Pendleton approves of Tilson’s suggested Assembly Committee. If the selected men agree to serve, Tilson may consider the matter settled.

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Robert J. Tilson in London, England. Pendleton presumes that Tilson’s Assembly Committee will want to meet and begin planning for the next Assembly shortly after the members have been notified of their appointment. Tilson may communicate to the committee that Pendleton has called a formal assembly, to be held at the usual time. He may also share Pendleton’s appreciation to the members for their willingness to serve and his hope that their work will be...