Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Norman H. Reuter in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton acknowledges Reuter’s letter of September 2nd, in which Reuter inquires about the responsibility of a minister when performing a “mixed” marriage, i.e., a marriage between people of two different faiths. Pendleton hopes to bring the matter before the Consistory, but he currently does not have a clear answer for Reuter. He writes, “The simple fact is that the General Church has never formulated any...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Robert J. Tilson in London, England. Pendleton acknowledges Tilson’s letter and report of January 9th. In Bryn Athyn, they are preparing for the February ministers’ meetings, and Pendleton regrets that Tilson is unable to be present. Pendleton notes that these meetings have grown in popularity and are now second only to the General Assemblies. Pendleton was surprised to learn of Tilson’s deafness and hopes it will not interfere much with his work....

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Robert J. Tilson in London, England. Pendleton writes, “We recognize the right of every minister to use his own judgement in all ecclesiastical ceremonies which he may be called upon to perform. . . It is understood, however, that the minister should protect the church from scandal. If scandal arises, the consequences must be faced.” In the case Tilson has described, Pendleton thinks a civil marriage would be the best option. He adds, “On the basis...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Robert J. Tilson in London, England. Pendleton reports that marriage was the main topic of consideration during this year’s ministers’ meetings. In particular, they discussed marriages between two people of different religions and the responsibility of ministers in such cases. Pendleton writes, “I pressed this question because the doctrines give us very definite teaching concerning such marriages; but also because it has seemed to me that marriages...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Robert J. Tilson in London, England. Tilson’s letter was delivered to Pendleton’s camp at Indian Lake. Pendleton does not know who sent Tilson a packet of notes on the Ministers’ Meetings, but he will inform Tilson if he finds out. Pendleton is glad Tilson recommended a civil service to the couple in question. In answer to Tilson’s inquiry about whether a minster can truly know the internal religion of a couple he is marrying, Pendleton writes that a...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn in Maseru, Basutoland. Pendleton received Pitcairn’s letter of Dec. 27th in time for it to be read aloud at the ministers’ council. Pendleton looks forward to Pitcairn’s visit in June; He writes, “I wish you had a flying machine for the return journey. However, for myself, I lack ambition in that respect.” In the Academy schools, the recent expulsion of two college men and probation of three high school boys has helped with...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn in Maseru, Basutoland. Pendleton has received Pitcairn’s letter of Dec. 2nd. He is relieved that Pitcairn agrees with him on “the marriage question.” He states, “The spiritual law is absolute, Christianity and polygamy cannot be mixed, and no New Church minister should knowingly baptize any one known to be living with more than one woman.” Pendleton would also like to insist on a Christian marriage ceremony, but he does not know...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn in Chateau les Pleignes, Grez sur Loing, Seine-et-Marne, France. Pendleton has received Pitcairn’s letter with enclosed exchange between him and Moffat (Mcanyana). Pendleton does not entirely understand Moffatt’s complaints, but he understands the Moffat is unhappy and would like to return to Durban where he is more qualified for the work. Pendleton thinks Pitcairn answered Moffatt wisely, and he wonders how Mr. Elphick and Elmo...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Victor J. Gladish in Colchester, England. Gladish’s reports and letter arrived in time for the yearly meetings, which Pendleton reports where especially interesting this year. Pendleton led a discussion amongst the ministers regarding the responsibility of a minister in marrying two people of different religions; Pendleton argues that minsters should refuse to perform marriages between individuals of different religions. Pendleton discusses potential...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Willard D. Pendleton in Pittsburgh, PA, USA. Pendleton acknowledges receipt of Willard’s recent communication with enclosed letter from Norman (Reuter). Pendleton notes Reuter’s willingness to relocate to Pittsburgh to fill the roll of Assistant Pastor, provided the proper arrangements can be made. The next step will be for the Pastoral Council of the Pittsburgh Society to officially notify the Bishop of their desire to appoint an Assistant Pastor....