Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gustaf Baeckström in Stockholm, Sweden. Pendleton acknowledges Baeckstrom’s previous letter with enclosed applications for General Church membership and records of baptism; Jönköping appears to be “a veritable treasure-trove” for the Church. Bishop Tilson has told Pendleton that Baeckstrom’s visit to the British Assembly was enjoyable. Mr. (Albert) Bjork read a paper in defense of “The Hague doctrines” at the Assembly, and he has also written a...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gustaf Baeckström in Stockholm, Sweden. Pendleton acknowledges Baeckstrom's letter of Feb. 17th. Pendleton does not belive it is advisable to encourage a woman of Miss Valentin's age to travel to America with the hope of employment in the Academy; It is possible they could arrange to employ her, but the war has left the financial situation of the Academy uncertian. Pendleton has received Baeckstrom's letter of March 26th enclosing 6 baptism cards, 3...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gustaf Baeckström in Stockholm, Sweden. Pendleton acknowledges Baeckstrom’s letters of Nov. 16th and Jan. 5th. Pendleton is happy to receive Mr. Bromberg and his sons into the Church. Pendleton also notes that one of those recently baptized, Mr. Magnell, is a new convert. Raymond Pitcairn had forgotten about the situation with Mr. Bronnicke, but Pendleton has reminded him; Pendleton would like to know if anything has been done yet to relieve the...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gustaf Baeckström in Stockholm, Sweden. Pendleton has received Baeckstrom’s letter of May 1st recounting his most recent missionary trip, and he has passed it along to Mr. Caldwell to publish highlights in the Life. The enclosed records of baptism and membership applications have also been received and processed. Pendleton notes that Mr. Lundh is now in a position to cooperate with Baeckstrom more closely. Pendleton hopes Mrs. Ahren will be...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gustaf Baeckström in Stockholm, Sweden. Pendleton acknowledges Baeckstrom’s letters of May 9th, 15th, and 27th. The membership applications and records of baptism have been received, and Pendleton thinks the growth of the Stockholm Society must be a cause of rejoicing for the original circle of Academicians. Pendleton thinks the Society has Providence on their side, and he hopes that they will be able to establish a New Church School soon. Pendleton...

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Hendrik W. Boef in Los Angeles, CA, USA. Pendleton is returning the baptism card he received from Boef, as there has been some confusion over the listed date of birth. Pendleton sends his love to Boef’s wife, Virginia, and their baby, as well as Mrs. Glebe.

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Hendrik W. Boef in Los Angeles, CA, USA. Pendleton is pleased to hear that Boef’s health has been improving. Pendleton has been working in cooperation with the pastors of the Bryn Athyn Society on the liturgy, and he would appreciate any suggestions that Boef may have. Discussing confirmation, Pendleton writes that it is not necessary for Church membership, especially if one was baptized as a rational and responsible adult. Pendleton tells Boef that...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Henry Heinrichs in Denver, CO, USA. Pendleton acknowledges Heinrichs’ letter of August 30th. Pendleton writes that it is customary and useful for visiting ministers to send in reports of their trips. Pendleton explains that the Confession of Faith is a confirmation of baptism, and as such, “may therefore with propriety be performed by a minister of the first degree.” Pendleton writes that Heinrichs was not out of order, for he has been authorized to...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Henry Leonardos in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Pendleton has received Leonardos’ letter of April 7th with enclosed General Church membership applications. Pendleton notes that there are no baptism records for several of the applicants, and he informs Leonardos that the General Church cannot accept the applications of unbaptized members. Pendleton writes that the General Church will recognize the baptisms which have already taken place in Rio, and he...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Henry Leonardos in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Pendleton formally authorizes Leonardos to preach and to perform the sacraments of baptism, holy supper, and marriage under the auspices of the General Church. This authorization is granted on the understanding that Leonardos is a candidate for the General Church priesthood and will be ordained at the first available opportunity. Certificates of authorization have also been sent to Sr. Joao de Mendonca Lima...