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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Joao de Mendonca Lima in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Pendleton informs Lima that his report of the Rio Society was read aloud at a joint meeting of the General Church Executive Committee and the Ministers’ Council. Pendleton directs Lima’s attention to a paper on the subject of Free Will, written by Pendleton for the meetings, which will be published in the April issue of New Church Life. Names mentioned: Mrs. Lima

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Llewellyn W. T. David in Kitchener, ON, Toronto. Pendleton acknowledges David’s letter of March 23rd and suggests that the Men’s meeting be held by the Men’s Club, and not as part of the Assembly proper. Pendleton further suggests that David wait to choose a topic until he sees the subjects of the Assembly papers in order to avoid repetition.

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Llewellyn W. T. David in Kitchener, ON, Canada. Pendleton confirms the program for his visit to Kitchener and discusses options for paper topics. He is glad that David will be able to attend the 1928 General Assembly in London.

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Robert J. Tilson in London, England. Pendleton apologizes for his delayed response to Tilson’s September letter until now. He notes with pleasure the worship meeting which was to take place at Mrs. Urwick’s house; Pendleton remembers her cordial hospitality from his last visit to London. He also appreciates Tilson’s favorable comments regarding his article on “Humanizing the Divine” which was recently published in the Life. Names mentioned: Mrs....

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Robert J. Tilson in London, England. Health permitting, Pendleton would like Tilson to preside at the upcoming Colchester assembly and act as celebrant of the Holy Supper for the occasion. Pendleton also directs Tilson to an article, written by Pendleton, which the Life has recently published on the topic of Free Will. If Tilson feels so inclined, Pendleton would appreciate his feedback on the article. Names mentioned: Mr. (Fred) Gyllenhaal

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Robert J. Tilson in London, England. Pendleton has received Tilson’s letter of October 20th. Pendleton has spoken with the people of Bryn Athyn, and they are in favor of the idea of holding an international General Assembly in London. Pendleton originally had 1929 in mind, though there are many reasons why 1928 may be better. Pendleton suggests activities begin in mid-July as this would allow people on the American side to conclude their work for the...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Robert J. Tilson in London, England. Pendleton has received Tilson’s letter of April 29th. Pendleton approves of the dates Tilson has suggested for the Assembly, apart from inclusion of Monday the 13th, as Assemblies customarily end on Sundays. Pendleton suggests they hold clergy, joint, and committee meetings in the morning and afternoon and present important papers in the evenings. As both the Swedenborg Society hall and Longfield hall will be too...

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 received Tilson’s letter of Jan. 13th with accompanying report in time for the mid-year meetings. The Hague doctrine was discussed on several occasions during these meetings, and Dr. Acton presented a “very able” paper on the topic. Pendleton comments on this paper, “My only criticism was that in spots his expressions of personal charity to his opponent were hardly called for in an article of such...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Robert J. Tilson in London, England. Pendleton has received Tilson’s letter of June 1st. He was pleased to read that the paper he published in the Life was well received in England. Pendleton reports the good news that Mr. Bjorck is recovering following his operation. Pendleton hopes they will be able to find a place for Mr. Henderson in England. He writes, “We here regard him as a gifted man, and capable of good work. His service to the future...