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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Alan Gill in Toronto, Canada. Pendleton recommends that Gill consult with the Society Council and ask Mr. David to travel to the Toronto Society to perform the Fall Holy Supper.

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Alan Gill in Brooklyn, NY, USA. Pendleton writes that he is pleased with the work Gill is doing. Pendleton expects Gill’s work to succeed but warns Gill to anticipate hardships. Pendleton discusses plans for the upcoming Assembly; He will administer the Holy Supper and baptize Gill’s baby. Pendleton will ordain Gill later at the Assembly in Kitchener if Gill is able to attend.

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Alan Gill in Long Island, NY, USA. Pendleton finds Gill’s arrangements for the Assembly satisfactory. Pendleton thinks it is a useful custom to include the Holy Supper as part of the occasion. Pendleton will either present his paper on “Blessing” or his paper on “Education”.

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Emil R. Cronlund in Toronto, Canada. Pendleton has received Cronlund’s letter of March 25th. Pendleton discusses details for the Sunday service and Holy Supper to be held at the upcoming District Assembly in Canada.

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Waelchli in Rosthern, Canada. Pendleton reports that the Bishop (W. F. Pendleton) enjoyed reading Waelchli’s letters of July 14th and 22nd and is encouraged by the favorable outlook for the General Church in the Canadian Northwest. The Bishop was pleased that Waelchli was able to work alongside Convention theolog Mr. Zacharias for the benefit of the Church. However, he agrees with Waelchli that a non-violent protest of the grounds of...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Waelchli in Cincinnati, Ohio, USA. Pendleton has received Waelchli’s letter of October 7th and is now more convinced than ever of the usefulness of Waelchli’s trips to the west coast. In Bryn Athyn, they have just had a visit from Mrs. Sweet of Portland, Oregon. She attended Holy Supper and the annual commemoration of the Dedication of the Cathedral, during which they repeat many features of the original dedication. Pendleton notes Waelchli’s...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Waelchli in Wyoming, Ohio, USA. Undated, likely written in either October or November 1928. Pendleton has received Waelchli’s last 5 letters with reports of his visits to Los Angeles, Portland, and Spokane. He thinks Waelchli’s advice to Boef not to attempt a sermon every Sunday is wise as they do not want to overwork him and strain his health. Boef wrote to Pendleton requesting special authorization to administer the Holy Supper to the Los...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gaston J. Fercken in Lausanne, Switzerland. Pendleton is very pleased with he results of Fercken’s work in Geneva and suggests he direct his attentions there. Pendleton advises patience regarding the Church Committee which has formed in Lausanne without Fercken’s or the Bishop’s consent; Many of the members are newcommers to the General Church and are not acquainted with its customs. Pendleton understands M. Regamey’s hesitancy in accepting the...

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. George DeCharms in Philadelphia, PA, USA. Pendleton has received DeCharms’ letter of June 2nd. Pendleton advises on the proper process for DeCharms to become the Pastor of the Advent Church. DeCharms will now be ordained on the morning of June 19th alongside Llewellyn David, after which they will both assist in the administration of Holy Supper.

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton discusses arrangements for the upcoming District Assembly in Glenview. He will arrive on Oct. 12th. He may not have time to prepare a formal paper, but he suggests that he might give an informal address at the Friday supper instead. If desired, Pendleton will preach Sunday morning, at which time they will administer the Holy Supper.