Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton suggests that the Glenview society consider offering a job to Norman (Reuter). Pendleton reports that Reuter’s sermons are good and that he promises well as a teacher. Additionally, Pendleton would like Reuter to “get some seasoning” working with Smith before being assigned to an independent position. Smith should let Pendleton know if this can be arranged so that Pendleton can contact Reuter about...

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton discusses Norman (Reuter)’s placement in Glenview. He writes that while the majority of Reuter’s work will be in teaching, he would like Rueter officially hired as Smith’s assistant so that he can be trained as a minister as well as a teacher. Pendleton suggests letting Reuter preach occasionally and run young people’s doctrinal classes. Names mentioned: Norman (Reuter)

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton has informed Reuter of his call to Glenview as assistant to the Pastor; Reuter is quite pleased with the offer. Pendleton strongly urges Smith to attend the 1928 General Assembly in London. He writes, “It is not only a question of whether the Assembly can get along without you, but as well of your need of the Assembly. I can think of several other general reasons, but these two are enough.” Names...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton acknowledges receipt of Smith’s letter of March 12th along with the book Elements of Hebrew by Jewish Rabbi Philip Steinbuck. Pendleton is curious about the results of Smith’s contact with Steinbuck, whether the New Church teachings make a deep impression on him. Raymond Pitcairn met Steinbuck sometime ago in the Cathedral, but he only remembers a vague impression of him. Pendleton is glad to hear...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Glendower C. Ottley in London, England. Pendleton has received Ottley’s letter of Nov. 30th and the manuscript of his upcoming book. Pendleton will read it when he has the opportunity, and he will pass it on to Bishop (W. F.) Pendleton and Mr. Alden as requested. Pendleton is pleased to hear of the biweekly meetings of the General Church priests in London. Pendleton may have the opportunity to attend one of these meetings next summer if all goes well...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gustaf Baeckström in Stockholm, Sweden. Pendleton acknowledges Baeckstrom’s letters of May 24th and June 9th; Pendleton finds the evidence of progress in Baeckstrom’s report gratifying. With this letter, Pendleton’s encloses authorization for Baeckstrom to administer Holy Supper and perform the marriage ceremony. Ideally, Baeckstrom would have been ordained into the 2nd degree of the priesthood before performing these ceremonies, but the war is making...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gustaf Baeckström in Stockholm, Sweden. In a letter written to Mrs. (Beatrice) Pendleton from Miss (Senta) Centervall, Pendleton has heard that Baeckstrom is suffering from over-exertion due to his missionary efforts. Pendleton thinks Baeckstrom needs a break, and he suggests Baeckstrom come to America in the spring for rest and a change. In June, they are hoping to hold an important Council meeting in Bryn Athyn to consider how best to promote the...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gustaf Baeckström in Stockholm, Sweden. Pendleton reports that plans are going forward for an International Church Council in Bryn Athyn in June. Pendleton has been interested in the idea of an international council ever since Mr. Ottley and Mr. Tilson joined the General Church. The thought first came to him on the occasion of the Durban Society’s admission into the General Church. Pendleton believes the success of the Academy movement will “depend...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gustaf Baeckström in Stockholm, Sweden. Pendleton acknowledges Baeckstrom’s letter of Sept. 16th which he read with “interest and sympathetic solicitude.” Pendleton writes that he will answer it as soon as the Executive Committee can meet, noting that the Extension Committee no longer exists. Academy attendance is greater this year than ever before; They have about 225 pupils, and the boys’ dorm is so full that 7 of the older boys had to be moved to...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gustaf Baeckström in Stockholm, Sweden. Pendleton has just returned from his Fall trip to Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Chicago, and Glenview. The Executive Committee met while Pendleton was away and were able to increase the Church’s financial contribution to Baeckstrom’s support. Pendleton hopes the amount given will be enough to carry out the policy they have agreed upon. Pendleton reminds Baeckstrom that they are not opposed to missionary work but...