Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Robert J. Tilson in London, England. Pendleton appreciates Tilson allowing him to keep the letter he (Tilson) sent to Mr. Caldwell (letter attached). Pendleton does not intend to “use it” except under extreme pressure from the “other side,” i.e. Convention. The Executive Committee has approved of Pendleton’s plan to send Wynne (Acton) to England to act as Tilson’s assistant. Tilson may now bring the matter before his society for comment. The Church...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Robert J. Tilson in London, England. Tilson’s letter of January 22nd with enclosed annual report arrived in time for the mid-year meetings. Regarding Wynne Acton’s ordination, Pendleton explains that the usual custom is to have ministers spend three years of service in the first degree. However, the length of time may be modified to accommodate specific circumstances. In this case, Pendleton suggests Tilson ordain Acton into the second degree...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Robert J. Tilson in London, England. Pendleton asks Tilson to convey his congratulations to Wynne Acton on his ordination into the second degree. Pendleton discusses the letter written by Mr. Bjorck to Tilson and the ongoing Hague controversy. He writes, “The differences between us are, indeed, of a most serious nature, and I can not see the means of reconciling them, and certainly we can not adopt a compromise. As to whether we can continue to live...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Robert J. Tilson in London, England. Pendleton informs Tilson that Mr. W. Cairns Henderson has completed his preparatory work in Bryn Athyn. Pendleton plans to ordain him on June 10th, after which time he will return to England and report to Tilson. The Church has provided Henderson with a small stipend for the coming year, though Pendleton regrets that they cannot give more. Under the circumstances, if an opportunity arises for Henderson to work...

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 10th. Pendleton was pleased to receive the record card informing him of Henderson’s ordination into the second degree. He thinks Tilson has saved “some trouble and no little expense” by ordaining him before he departed for Sydney. After the death of Alvin Lindrooth, Henry Heinrichs feels it is time to give up the Church’s work in Denver. Pendleton is sorry for the...

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Correspondence, research, minutes, agendas, presentations, papers and publications related to the Office of the Bishop.  Many papers are included for each particular minister from his career prior to election as bishop.  While bishops' papers are restricted, certain exceptions apply for documents such as sermons and doctrinal classes.

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Robert J. Tilson in London, England. Erik Sandström has written to Pendleton informing him of his upcoming ordination at the British Assembly. Pendleton finds this plan satisfactory and trusts Tilson will be able to perform the ceremony. In Bryn Athyn, the General Assembly is about to commence. The expected attendance will stretch their capacity, but Pendleton takes this as a favorable sign of continued interest. After the Assembly, he will head to...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Robert J. Tilson in London, England. Upon his return to Bryn Athyn, Pendleton received Tilson’s letter of August 30th containing an account of the 28th British Assembly. Pendleton writes that, in America, the Hague doctrine has not required as much attention as before. Pendleton agrees that Mr. Bjrock transgressed the ecclesiastical properties by calling together groups in Colchester to instruct them on the Hague doctrine, but he does not think a...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Robert J. Tilson in London, England. Pendleton discusses the prospect of assigning a younger minister to assist Tilson in his work. This matter has been on Pendleton’s mind for a long time, but until now, there were no favorable prospects. At the end of this year, Pendleton will ordain two promising theological students. Despite the severe Depression, Pendleton hopes to find placements for both of them. He recommends Wynne Acton as Tilson’s...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Robert J. Tilson in London, England. Pendleton has received Tilson’s letter of Jan. 24th with enclosed report. Pendleton is pleased Tilson was able to visit Colchester to conduct evening services several times during Mr. Gyllenhaal’s absence. In Bryn Athyn, the ministers’ meetings have successfully concluded. Pendleton comments on the meetings, “Perhaps greater intensity was developed than for years, a deep affectional strain accomplished by...