Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gerrit Barger in the Hague, Belgium. Pendleton acknowledges receipt of Barger’s letter and translation of the Doctrine of the Lord (“De Leer Van Nieuwe Jeruzalem over Den Heer”); Pendleton writes that this will always be regarded as one of his most valuable possessions. Pendleton has followed with interest the news from the Hague and Brussels; He believes the work of Barger and Mr. (Rev. Ernst) Deltenre will lay a firm foundation for future Church...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gerrit Barger in the Hague, Holland. Pendleton acknowledges Barger’s letters of July 4th and 25th with enclosed communication from Mr. Mofokeng to Barger. In his letter of July 4th, Barger wrote about his wish for his nephew, Gerrit Kruyswijk to join the New Church ministry and continue the work of the Church in Holland. Pendleton suggests they must wait on the Lord, who knows the highest good for all. Pendleton writes that they do not have a policy...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton acknowledges Smith’s letter of Sept. 5th. He will be glad to deliver a sermon on the second Sunday of his upcoming trip to Glenview and Chicago, and he would be happy to have Mr. Headsten’s congregation join Sharon Church for the occasion. He notes an air of optimism in Smith’s letter, and he wishes Smith luck in his plans to improve the Sharon Church Society. In Bryn Athyn, they have decided to...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton acknowledges Smith’s letter of Sept. 18th. He asks Smith for clarification on the dates of the upcoming District Assembly in Glenview. Pendleton’s original plan regarding Cincinnati was to visit them on a weekday on his way from Pittsburgh to Chicago. However, if they prefer a weekend, Pendleton can visit them on the return journey. Pendleton is pleased to hear of the high enrollment at the Glenview...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton has received Smith’s letter containing an account of his recent visit to Windsor and Detroit. Pendleton thinks Smith’s advice to these societies that they should take time for thorough deliberation was wise. He writes, “We have no intent to foment factional trouble in a Convention society. Only in case there is a definite movement in the direction of the Academy are we interested.” Pendleton looks...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. “In answer to your letter, and after having consulted with the Faculty of the Boys Academy, I may say that the rule concerning a working scholarship boy who has been conditioned, has proven of such benefit in toning up the school that the Faculty would not consider changing it. However, it is understood that Gerardin will be given a further opportunity, but as to a specific statement of the way in which the...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton has received Smith’s last letter. He agrees with Smith that it would be a good idea to give theological student Hendrick Boef a token of appreciation for his work with the Glenview society over the summer. Pendleton concurs with Smith’s assessment that Boef “promises well” as a minister. Pendleton discusses details of the upcoming assembly in Glenview, including suggestions for who should preach and...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Glendower C. Ottley in London, England. Pendleton has received Ottley’s letter of Oct 22nd. Pendleton comments on the letters between himself and Mr. Friend, which he forwarded to Ottley with his last communication. In these letters, Pendleton and Friend discuss Church matters in South Africa. Pendleton was pleased to read Ottley’s account of the “Feast of Charity” held at the Burton Road Church in England. He writes, “It is good to hear news from the...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Glendower C. Ottley in London, England. Pendleton is pleased that both Ottley and Mr. Tilson have accepted the invitation to attend the International Council and associated meetings in Bryn Athyn in June. As Ottley will most likely be in Bryn Athyn for the school closing, the faculty voted to invite him to deliver the annual address for the commencement ceremony. Pendleton writes that the commencement address is delivered primarily for the graduating...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gustaf Baeckström in Stockholm, Sweden. Pendleton acknowledges Baeckstrom's letter of Jan. 20th. The Academy will grant a scholarship to Miss Centerwall; The things Baeckstrom and Miss Nordenskiold have said about her are intriguing, and Pendleton hopes she will be able to come to Bryn Athyn next fall. A General Assembly will be held in Bryn Athyn in June when a new Bishop will be chosen. Blank report forms will be sent to Baeckstrom which he should...