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to Carleton Lloyd

Reverend Divine asserts that it is not his autograph or photograph which is essential, but rather it is his study and emulation of the life of Christ which will allow him to become "Peaceful, Lively, Loving, Successful, Prosperous and Happy in Spirit...

GLC05508.085

to the Bishop of Albany

Suggests possible reforms to help arrest the rising rate of divorce. Dix first establishes a difference between holy matrimony and secular matrimony. He proposes six reforms including publication of bans, a state license requirement, discouraging...

GLC05508.086

to Mr. Ward

Response written to Mr. Ward, her publisher and a minister. Mr. Ward apparently disliked an article Dodge sent him because he disagrees with religious interpretations in the text. Dodge defends her beliefs and criticizes that ministers compel...

GLC05508.087

[What can one possibly say...]

Written on imprinted card: "What can one possibly say that / if they have been in any way / needy or unhappy one prays that the / future has compensation in store." Date of document assumed because Doyle's interest in spiritualism emerged after the...

GLC05508.088

to unknown

Written as a P.S. enclosing a prayer book for his God Son, adding that he cannot not think of a more appropriate Christmas gift. In an additional P.S., Hastings writes that the prayer book will not be acceptable in the United States, because it is...

GLC05508.089

The Lord Knoweth them that are His

This hymn espouses that all people enter God's care when they die, whether they are buried in their local graveyard or on a distant battlefield.

GLC05508.090

to George Vaughan

Responding to a letter written by Vaughan, DuPont sees the general failure of religious teaching as an evil to be combatted. He admits that he may not be the best person to offer advice since he does not attend church, but asserts that he is a...

GLC05508.091

to Leonard

Offers Gospel verses (Mark 11:24, 16:17-18) to comfort and aid Leonard in his recovery. He also writes: "I have been to the moon but the greatest experience in my life has been accepting Jesus as my Savior." On yellow lined paper with photograph...

GLC05508.092.01

[Photograph of the moon signed by Charles Duke]

On a photograph of the moon, Duke writes: "The heavens declare the glory of God."

GLC05508.092.02

to Edwin Gaskell

When asked how to explain God to a child, Dunedin rhetorically asks if it would "not be enough to tell a child that God is his Creator...the author and giver of all good." He says to demonstrate unseen forces by wind, electricity, and thoughts. He...

GLC05508.093

to Marshall E. Bean

Written in response to a letter from Bean. Edmonds has been moved by Bean's "unostentatious courage," but is not sure he can comfort him. He writes that he does not believe in God the way the Churches do, but believes in a force of good. He...

GLC05508.094

to Rev. E.M. Fairchild

Written in response to a letter from Fairchild. Elliot agrees that the Roman and Anglican churches do not recognize the equality of sexes in their marriage rituals. He wishes that advocates of gender equality were not so determined to assert that...

GLC05508.095

to George Urban

On the stationary of Faber and Faber. Elliot claims he is too busy to make a broadcast on Radio Free Europe in Eastern Europe. He also rejects Urban's proposal that Elliot speak on religious persecution, because he has not known it himself.

GLC05508.096

to his grandson

Congratulates his grandson's wife's safe delivery of a baby boy. Advises that the child be taught piety and virtue from a very young age, so it will stay with him always. He also urges the mother to nurse the baby and "not suffer any silly ideas of...

GLC05508.097

[So near is grandeur to our dust...]

"So near is grandeur to our dust, / So near is God to man, / When Duty whispers low, Thou must, / the youth replies, I can." Accompanied by a tinted photogravure (GLC05508.098.02).

GLC05508.098.01

Jesus Holds My Hand

Five stanzas of the hymn with musical score (originally adhered at the top of the page).

GLC05508.099

to Archbishop Purcell

Responding that he cannot adopt the Archbishop's suggestions. Although he believes Christianity is the greatest moral and social boon to man, he can neither avow nor disavow Catholicism before he has sincere and complete faith.

GLC05508.100

to Marshall E. Bean

Ferrer thanks Bean for his inspirational message of faith.

GLC05508.101

to George M. Fillmore

Fillmore offers condolence upon the death of his nephew's child. He urges his nephew to submit to the dictates of Providence. 1 black and white full length seated engraving of Millard Fillmore included.

GLC05508.102

to Paul Friscat

Ford writes to Friscat and offers a personally meaningful quote, Proverbs 3:5,6, "Trust in the Lord...and He shall direct thy path." Ford had the Bible open to this page when he was sworn in as president.

GLC05508.103.01

to Dr. Robinson

Ford writes to Dr. Robinson, welcoming him to the Republican party. He also thanks Robinson for enrolling him as a member of the Central Association of the Miraculous Medal. Accompanied by a signed photograph (GLC05508.103.03).

GLC05508.103.02

[Signed photograph of Gerald Ford]

Ford writes: "Best wishes and good luck." Autographed photo included with letter to Dr. Robinson (GLC05508.103.02).

GLC05508.103.03

to Frank Mock

Written on stationery of Riverside Church. Fosdick reprimands Mock for a downhearted letter and encourages him to keep his faith during the dark times of WWII. He also warns that we must win the peace this time (as opposed to WWI) because the next...

GLC05508.104

to Rev. Jedediah Morse

Reverend Furman hopes that bad weather will keep the Reverend Morse's ship from sailing until the next day so he will be able to preach that night. He encloses copies of the letters Morse lent to him and remarks that he is glad to know that serious...

GLC05508.105

to Dr. Susai

Gandhi comments on Dr. Susai's discontent with the Catholic Church. He suggests Susai revert to his original faith. (Month confirmed from post-marked envelope.)

GLC05508.108

to unknown

Cardinal Gibbons discusses his new book, "The Ambassador of Christ." The book's purpose "is to demonstrate the dignity and responsibility of the Christian ministry."

GLC05508.109

to unknown

British Prime Minster Gladstone writes a letter about the Papal influences in England and Dr. Neuman's ecclestical movement.

GLC05508.110.01

to Rev. H.W. Tucker

British Prime Minster Gladstone comments on the Colonial Episcopate.

GLC05508.110.02

to John D. Buchanan

Written on stationery of Congregation B'Nai Jeshurdun, New York. Goldstein writes that the United Nations, "weak and faulty an instrument as it is," has been a major deterrent to a world war in the troubled times following World War Two. He...

GLC05508.111

to Capt. Murray

Gordon commiserates with Murray about the drudgery and loneliness of their prospective assignments. He writes that despite their trials, God assures their salvation. Murray's stokers and men are under Gordon's care.

GLC05508.112

to Earl G. Hunt

Graham accepts Bishop Hunt's invitation to preach in Charlotte. He proposes a five day mini-crusade which will be televised nationally. He comments on the success of his Northern California Crusade despite the radicals at Berkeley University, the...

GLC05508.113.01

to Earl G. Hunt

Graham discusses the pressure of preparing new sermons every night for television audiences. He also discusses racial issues including school, housing, and bussing. He thanks Bishop Hunt for his "leadership in and support of the forthcoming...

GLC05508.113.02

to Earl G. Hunt

Graham discusses plans to convene an International Congress on World Evangelization in Europe in August or September of 1974. He asks Bishop Hunt for financial and personnel aid, and to join the world-wide convening committee. He makes reference to...

GLC05508.113.03

to Earl G. Hunt

Graham writes that he received an article from the Charlotte News in which Bishop Hunt discussed evangelism in Junaluska. He discusses another article about a speech in which the Patriarch of the Russian Orthodox Church chided the World Council for...

GLC05508.113.04

to Kit

Graham discusses her feelings and perceptions about a party attended in Kit's honor and the way Kit has touched so many people. She also discusses her belief in "a Great Source," or living energy, from which one can draw strength and power.

GLC05508.114

to Marshall E. Bean

Grant cannot send a photo of him and his wife. He hopes that through prayer and faith Bean will overcome his illness.

GLC05508.115

to Bliss Isley

Grant does not recall her father-in-law attending church during the five years she lived in his house. She doubts the assertion that Grant chose the Bible passage over which he took his Oath of Office. She corrects his version of Grant baptism...

GLC05508.116

to Rev. Jedediah Morse

Green introduces Rev. Dr. Keith, a minister from the congregational church in Charleston, SC. He believes Morse will receive much pleasure from both Keith's preaching and his conversations. Green apologizes for not writing often, citing that his...

GLC05508.117

My Creed

A personal philosophy Guest tried to live by, much of it dealing with ethics and decorum: "... to be strict with myself, but patient and lenient with others; to give the advantage , but never to ask for it; to be kindly to all, but kindlier to the...

GLC05508.118

to George

Hale discourages George from becoming an Episcopalian minister, looking down on the 39 articles of the Episcopal Church and accusing that church of having one set of rules for its clergy and another set for its members. He claims the Unitarian...

GLC05508.120.01

to George

Hale's views on religion, the state of the Unitarian church, and what can be done about it though missionary work. He also corrects an article George--a fellow Unitarian clergyman--wrote about him and the Unitarian Church. Hale disassociates the...

GLC05508.120.02

to Ninian W. Edwards

Hale writes to the Superintendent of Illinois public schools, Ninian W. Edwards, to ask him to consider the suitability of her book, "The Bible Reading Book" for the classroom. She claims the book is already being used at a number of other schools...

GLC05508.121

to Orlando C. Mood

Harrison writes a lengthy discussion of his Christian faith and experiences. He draws heavily on references to passages in the Bible. The end of the letter discusses the Korean War and the reorganization of the Far East Command. Harrison would...

GLC05508.123

to Earl G. Hunt

Henry writes to Bishop Hunt to congratulate him on his address given at the South Bend colloquy. He also discusses ordering the four volumes of "God, Revelation and Authority" and the need of spreading the Christian Gospel. As Hunt requested, he...

GLC05508.125.01

[The Bible remains...]

Henry enclosed this handwritten quotation with a letter to Bishop Hunt (GLC05508.125.01). He writes: "The Bible remains/ the world's most indispensable reading, and a personal walk with God remains man's unsurpassable privilege. All the valid...

GLC05508.125.02

to Marshall E. Bean

Heyerdahl responds to Bean after having taken a three month trip around the world. He shares his religious views, stating that he believes the spirit is eternal. He beleives human senses are limited, but trick us into thinking we know reality in...

GLC05508.126

to Rose Wadsworth

Hill thanks Wadsworth for appreciating her writing and Christian message.

GLC05508.127.01

to Rose Wadsworth

Hill thanks Wadsworth for a Christmas card and New Year wishes, and is glad the stories helped.

GLC05508.127.02

to unknown

Hill thanks her correspondent for the words of appreciation and for the high praise of saying her message helped. She wishes her correspondent a Merry Christmas. Includes a biographical advertising card (GLC05508.127.04).

GLC05508.127.03

to Robert Bolton

Rowland, an evangelical preacher, discusses a possible meeting with Mr. Jay somewhere between Wotten and Bath. Also, he also does not know the result of the correspondence between Mr. Potter and Bolton. Dated Saturday evening.

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