Scope and Contents Handwritten letter in pencil from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Albert Bjorck. Pendleton has received the copy of Bjorck’s letter to Bishop DeCharms that Bjorck forwarded to him. Pendleton considers the letter an open attack upon the General Church, which indicates Bjorck’s separation from the Church. If this was not his intention, Pendleton asks that he recall all the copies of the letter he sent out. Pendleton writes, “The question between us now is not a difference of doctrinal interpretation,...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Albert Bjorck. Pendleton is touched by Bjorck’s reference to his age and his willingness to be passive, not saying anything else about the state of the church for the rest of his life. However, it is Pendleton duty to prevent the spread of disturbances in the church, and if Bjorck does not recall his letter, the disturbance which it has caused with increase until it is Church-wide. Therefore, Bjorck must recall his letter. Pendleton writes that if, in...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Eldred Edward Iungerich in Pittsburgh, PA, USA. Pendleton informs Iungerich that Bishop DeCharms’ traveling expenses for the Pittsburgh dedication service will be covered by the General Church. Things are busy in Bryn Athyn as they prepare for the dedication of their own new Assembly Hall, but Pendleton will plan to arrive in Pittsburgh the Saturday preceding their dedication. Pendleton writes about his concerns regarding the doctrinal developments...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Eldred Edward Iungerich in Pittsburgh, PA, USA. Pendleton reports that Iungerich’s impressions of Mr. Pfeiffer and the recent doctrinal developments at the Hague were presented to the Consistory. The Consistory members are skeptical of Pfeiffer’s “new doctrine,” and some even feel that his ideas are tantamount to heresy. Bishop Tilson believes they should come down on Pfeiffer’s ideas in the “good old Academy style,” but Pendleton believes they should...

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Eldred Edward Iungerich in Pittsburgh, PA, USA. Pendleton informs Iungerich that his letter to Mr. Pfeiffer was read aloud to the Consistory. Pendleton writes that Iungerich’s “well-guarded approach to the question at issue was noted, and the equality of [his] fraternal attitude was favorably commented upon.” Pendleton reports that the new Assembly Hall in Bryn Athyn was dedicated the previous night. Names mentioned: Mr. (Ernst) Pfeiffer

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Eldred Edward Iungerich in Pittsburgh, PA, USA. Pendleton finds Iungerich’s comment about the length of the papers read aloud at the Assembly pertinent. Pendleton suggests they might try instituting a strict time limit, but he is doubtful about how well that will work. Pendleton hopes Iungerich’s letter to Mr. Pfeiffer will “call for a modest admission.” He states that the main issue the Church has with Pfeiffer is the tone of authenticity with which...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Eldred Edward Iungerich in Pittsburgh, PA, USA. Pendleton thanks Iungerich for showing him the correspondence between Iungerich and Mr. Pfeiffer. Pendleton remarks that Pfeiffer did not give Iungerich much of a reply and that “one cannot but admire the grandeur of his reserve.” Pendleton has enclosed with this letter a copy of Theodore Pitcairn’s letter to him (Pendleton) and his reply. Pendleton feels Pitcairn has put him in a difficult position by...

Scope and Contents 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...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Eldred Edward Iungerich in Pittsburgh, PA, USA. Pendleton looks forward to hearing Iungerich preach in Bryn Athyn. Pendleton presumes there will be discussion of Mr. Pfeiffer’s recent “elucidations” on his doctrinal ideas at the February meetings. It is unclear whether Pfeiffer himself will attend the meetings, but Theodore Pitcairn will be there. The January issue of the New Church Life will contain a review of Pfeiffer’s book by Hugo (Odhner), who...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Eldred Edward Iungerich in Pittsburgh, PA, USA. Pendleton reports that the Consistory enjoyed Iungerich’s letter about the “Brazilian affairs.” Pendleton believes it will not be difficult to secure money for the publishing of The New Jerusalem and Its Heavenly Doctrine. Pendleton encloses a copy of a letter he has just written to Mr. Pfeiffer. It is in response to Pfeiffer’s letter containing extracts from speeches made at a recent meeting of The...