New York, 1895
Trouble Between Evangelist Nickerson and Harry W. Paine.
Evangelist Nickerson has been turned down by the Baptist church of Patchogue. The leader, Harry W. Paine, gave forth the edict. Mr. Paine, who assumed the leadership of the church, and at whose home Mr. Nickerson has been stopping since November last, upon returning from the meeting of Sunday night upbraided Mr. Nickerson and charged him with being the instigator of the row that night. Mr. Nickerson denied the charge and said that it was the talking of Mrs. Evans, wife of the former pastor, who is antagonistic to Mr. Nickerson and his followers, and Mrs. Isaac Stagg, which provoked the disturbance. Mr. Paine finished by saying emphatically that Mr. Nickerson could no longer use the Baptist church for his revival meetings. No meetings have been held at the Baptist church since.
When Nickerson heard of the action of the church he applied to Jesse C. Mills, of the opera house, and asked to hire the hall for a Sunday night service. Mr. Mills informed him that he would have to ask the managing board if they would hire the hall for a Sunday night service, concluding his remarks by saying that as four of the board were Methodists, and two Congregationalists, it would be of no use to ask for their permission.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, NY, Feb. 1, 1895, p. 12.
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First Church of Dunton
New York, 1895
On September 30th last a Sunday School was organized at Dunton, and for three weeks the school met in the depot building, and the church services were held at the residence of S. G. Cozine. The society organized as the First Congregational society of Dunton. Lots were purchased on the corner of Van Wyck avenue and Broadway, upon which a chapel costing $3,000 has been erected. The Sunday School has 125 members. On Sunday evening the Rev. James G. Roberts, of Brooklyn, administered the sacrament and gave the right hand of fellowship to thirty persons who joined the society as charter members.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 18, 1895, unknown page number.
On September 30th last a Sunday School was organized at Dunton, and for three weeks the school met in the depot building, and the church services were held at the residence of S. G. Cozine. The society organized as the First Congregational society of Dunton. Lots were purchased on the corner of Van Wyck avenue and Broadway, upon which a chapel costing $3,000 has been erected. The Sunday School has 125 members. On Sunday evening the Rev. James G. Roberts, of Brooklyn, administered the sacrament and gave the right hand of fellowship to thirty persons who joined the society as charter members.
—The Long Island Farmer, Jamaica, N.Y., Jan. 18, 1895, unknown page number.
Wednesday, June 6, 2007
Pastor Talks on Family Life
California, 1922
Need of God in the family life was emphasized in a sermon by Rev. Arthur E. Paterson, pastor of Pilgrim Congregational church, yesterday morning. The more family life is cherished and built around the abiding presence of God, the more it will minister to the development of the individual and the betterment of the community, according to Rev. Paterson.
"The tactful guidance of a wise father and a discerning mother goes far in forming the habit of making right choices in life," Rev. Paterson said. "Where possible home instruction of the child is excellent for both parent and child. Throughout the many years of school and college the interest and co-operation of parents in studies and hobbies mean a great deal.
"The family life should be a help to the social enjoyments of life rather than a hindrance. Fortunate is the young person when newly-made friends can be brought into the home circle and welcomed there.
"The modern family does not live unto itself. It can make its influence felt throughout the community. Only as the family life of our country becomes less self-centered and more God-filled can our loved America play her destined part in the world life of the great family of God's children."
—Oakland Tribune, Oakland, CA, Aug. 21, 1922, p. 8.
Need of God in the family life was emphasized in a sermon by Rev. Arthur E. Paterson, pastor of Pilgrim Congregational church, yesterday morning. The more family life is cherished and built around the abiding presence of God, the more it will minister to the development of the individual and the betterment of the community, according to Rev. Paterson.
"The tactful guidance of a wise father and a discerning mother goes far in forming the habit of making right choices in life," Rev. Paterson said. "Where possible home instruction of the child is excellent for both parent and child. Throughout the many years of school and college the interest and co-operation of parents in studies and hobbies mean a great deal.
"The family life should be a help to the social enjoyments of life rather than a hindrance. Fortunate is the young person when newly-made friends can be brought into the home circle and welcomed there.
"The modern family does not live unto itself. It can make its influence felt throughout the community. Only as the family life of our country becomes less self-centered and more God-filled can our loved America play her destined part in the world life of the great family of God's children."
—Oakland Tribune, Oakland, CA, Aug. 21, 1922, p. 8.
Friday, June 1, 2007
Dr. Aked Resigning Under Fire, Bible Snatched and Torn
1914
Dr. Aked to Resign Under Church Fire
SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 5. — As the result of criticism directed by the Presbyterian Ministers' Association of the San Francisco Bay cities against the declaration made Sunday by the Rev. Dr. Charles F. Aked, a clergyman of international repute, he probably will resign as president of the San Francisco Church Federation, according to announcement just made by Doctor Aked himself.
A communication has been prepared by the Ministers' Association asking for Doctor Aked's resignation because of utterances from the pulpit of the First Congregational Church last Sunday.
Doctor Aked said he would not support the doctrine of the miraculous conception and birth of Christ. "My conclusion upon this question," he announced, "is that the faith of Mark and John and James and Paul is good enough for me. It is good enough for any Christian. These men say nothing about Jesus having come into the world in a miraculous way. I prefer to stand with them."
1914
Minister's Bible is Snatched and Torn
Unknown Man Shows His Hatred for Dr. Aked's Doctrines
SAN FRANCISCO, March 1. — To show his disapproval of an unorthodox minister, an unknown man interrupted the ceremonies of the laying of the corner stone of the Congregational church in this city today, and tearing the Bible from the hands of the Rev. Charles Frederick Aked, who was speaking, tore the book to pieces and denounced the minister.
The occurrence caused much excitement, but the man turned quietly away, after he had torn the Bible, and walking into the crowd disappeared. His identity is still unknown.
Dr. Aked was formerly pastor of the church of John D. Rockefeller, and resigned from it some, years ago, issuing a rather caustic charge against the rich and their religion at the time of his resignation. He has been in San Francisco for the last ten years and has written quite extensively for the press on moral and social problems.
Dr. Aked to Resign Under Church Fire
SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 5. — As the result of criticism directed by the Presbyterian Ministers' Association of the San Francisco Bay cities against the declaration made Sunday by the Rev. Dr. Charles F. Aked, a clergyman of international repute, he probably will resign as president of the San Francisco Church Federation, according to announcement just made by Doctor Aked himself.
A communication has been prepared by the Ministers' Association asking for Doctor Aked's resignation because of utterances from the pulpit of the First Congregational Church last Sunday.
Doctor Aked said he would not support the doctrine of the miraculous conception and birth of Christ. "My conclusion upon this question," he announced, "is that the faith of Mark and John and James and Paul is good enough for me. It is good enough for any Christian. These men say nothing about Jesus having come into the world in a miraculous way. I prefer to stand with them."
1914
Minister's Bible is Snatched and Torn
Unknown Man Shows His Hatred for Dr. Aked's Doctrines
SAN FRANCISCO, March 1. — To show his disapproval of an unorthodox minister, an unknown man interrupted the ceremonies of the laying of the corner stone of the Congregational church in this city today, and tearing the Bible from the hands of the Rev. Charles Frederick Aked, who was speaking, tore the book to pieces and denounced the minister.
The occurrence caused much excitement, but the man turned quietly away, after he had torn the Bible, and walking into the crowd disappeared. His identity is still unknown.
Dr. Aked was formerly pastor of the church of John D. Rockefeller, and resigned from it some, years ago, issuing a rather caustic charge against the rich and their religion at the time of his resignation. He has been in San Francisco for the last ten years and has written quite extensively for the press on moral and social problems.
Wednesday, May 16, 2007
Christian Golf Sect Organized
1905
Iowa Falls, Iowa, Aug. 17. — Golf and religion will be mixed for the benefit of body and soul by the members of a new sect known as "Christian Golfists" just founded by Rev. George Cady, one of the best-known Congregational divines in Iowa.
Dr. Cady, who is an enthusiastic golfer, manages to play the game, it is alleged, without using profane language when he makes a mighty swipe at the ball and fails to hit it, and he thinks he can induce some other enthusiasts to drop that most unnecessary adjunct. As a health promoter he declares golf beats the remedies proposed by Mrs. Eddy or Dowie.
"If you tack religion on to almost any enterprise you will soon attract a lot of followers," he said. "I don't know anything that needs an admixture of religion worse than does golf, and therefore I have decided to organize the Society of Christian Golfists."
—The Fort Wayne Sentinel, Fort Wayne, IN, Aug. 18, 1905, p. 9.
Iowa Falls, Iowa, Aug. 17. — Golf and religion will be mixed for the benefit of body and soul by the members of a new sect known as "Christian Golfists" just founded by Rev. George Cady, one of the best-known Congregational divines in Iowa.
Dr. Cady, who is an enthusiastic golfer, manages to play the game, it is alleged, without using profane language when he makes a mighty swipe at the ball and fails to hit it, and he thinks he can induce some other enthusiasts to drop that most unnecessary adjunct. As a health promoter he declares golf beats the remedies proposed by Mrs. Eddy or Dowie.
"If you tack religion on to almost any enterprise you will soon attract a lot of followers," he said. "I don't know anything that needs an admixture of religion worse than does golf, and therefore I have decided to organize the Society of Christian Golfists."
—The Fort Wayne Sentinel, Fort Wayne, IN, Aug. 18, 1905, p. 9.
Monday, April 23, 2007
In The Churches Tomorrow - "Building a Skyscraper"
Warren, Pennsylvania, 1928
GOSPEL TENT MEETING
Franklin St. Ext. and Conewango Ave. First service of the Sabbath Day will be at 3:00 P. M. Robert S. Conley will conduct the singing and give special selections. At this service Evangelist A. L. White will preach a special message on "Building a Skyscraper." Prayer and Praise service at 7:15 P. M. Regular preaching service at 7:45 P. M.
SWEDISH CONGREGATIONAL
Market Street Near Third, J. H. Lundgren, pastor. Sunday school 10 A. M. Main school theme: "Joseph's Humiliation and Elevation." Chas. Waterbrant, superintendent.
Morning worship, 11 a. m., and evening service, 7:30 o'clock. After the morning service the Lord's supper will be observed. Rev. A. G. Nelson from Sugar Grove, will occupy the pulpit at both morning and evening services. The choir will sing.
Wednesday evening, 7:30, prayer service.
Thursday afternoon, the Ladies Aid will meet in the church parlors at 2:30 o'clock. Mrs. Chas. Waterbrant will entertain.
All are very welcome to our different services and meetings.
NORTH WARREN PRESBYTERIAN
J. C. Howenstein, pastor. "The Great I Am," will be the subject of the sermon at the morning worship service at 11 A. M. The choir will render an anthem.
Sunday school precedes this service at 10 A. M. This is the best place for the entire family on Sunday mornings.
A series of sermons begins this Sunday evening at 7:30, on the general theme, "What Protestants and Roman Catholics are saying about each other."
The subject on this Sunday evening is "How Many Sacraments Are There—Seven, Two or None?" On subsequent evenings the topics will be "Material Objects as Aids in Worship," "The Question of Infallibility," "The Church and Government Control," "The Church and the Political Situation."
The regular meeting of Presbytery occurs on Monday and Tuesday at Erie in the Sarah Hearn Memorial church and the pastor is to attend.
Wednesday evening meeting of prayer and conference at 7:30.
The church makes no apology for its existence; will you be a worshipper Sunday?
—The Warren Tribune, Warren, Pennsylvania, September 8, 1928, page 9.
GOSPEL TENT MEETING
Franklin St. Ext. and Conewango Ave. First service of the Sabbath Day will be at 3:00 P. M. Robert S. Conley will conduct the singing and give special selections. At this service Evangelist A. L. White will preach a special message on "Building a Skyscraper." Prayer and Praise service at 7:15 P. M. Regular preaching service at 7:45 P. M.
SWEDISH CONGREGATIONAL
Market Street Near Third, J. H. Lundgren, pastor. Sunday school 10 A. M. Main school theme: "Joseph's Humiliation and Elevation." Chas. Waterbrant, superintendent.
Morning worship, 11 a. m., and evening service, 7:30 o'clock. After the morning service the Lord's supper will be observed. Rev. A. G. Nelson from Sugar Grove, will occupy the pulpit at both morning and evening services. The choir will sing.
Wednesday evening, 7:30, prayer service.
Thursday afternoon, the Ladies Aid will meet in the church parlors at 2:30 o'clock. Mrs. Chas. Waterbrant will entertain.
All are very welcome to our different services and meetings.
NORTH WARREN PRESBYTERIAN
J. C. Howenstein, pastor. "The Great I Am," will be the subject of the sermon at the morning worship service at 11 A. M. The choir will render an anthem.
Sunday school precedes this service at 10 A. M. This is the best place for the entire family on Sunday mornings.
A series of sermons begins this Sunday evening at 7:30, on the general theme, "What Protestants and Roman Catholics are saying about each other."
The subject on this Sunday evening is "How Many Sacraments Are There—Seven, Two or None?" On subsequent evenings the topics will be "Material Objects as Aids in Worship," "The Question of Infallibility," "The Church and Government Control," "The Church and the Political Situation."
The regular meeting of Presbytery occurs on Monday and Tuesday at Erie in the Sarah Hearn Memorial church and the pastor is to attend.
Wednesday evening meeting of prayer and conference at 7:30.
The church makes no apology for its existence; will you be a worshipper Sunday?
—The Warren Tribune, Warren, Pennsylvania, September 8, 1928, page 9.
Sunday, April 22, 2007
Proctor Tells Negroes of Life's Best Things
Atlanta, 1915
"Some Things Better Than Money," was the subject of Rev. H. H. Proctor at the First Congregational church, colored, last night.
Among other things, he said:
"Money is such a good thing and so hard to get on without that it is hard to convince a man out of a job, for instance, that there is anything better. And yet, we need not disparage this material thing to show that in the spiritual realm there are things much better. To have good health, good sense, a good name, a good conscience and a good character is better than all the money in this world. And yet, these do not exclude money. Rather they are the foundation stones on which we shall surely get all the money we need. These things are measurably in reach of all, even the humblest. They are the heritage of every human being. The Master of men commands us to seek them with all our heart, and, finding them, to use them for the service of our fellow men. That is the finest thing life has to offer any man."
Rev. Frank T. Lee, of Chicago, will begin a course of lectures tonight on "A Bird's-eye View of Old Testament History."
—The Atlantic Constitution, January 11, 1915, page 7.
"Some Things Better Than Money," was the subject of Rev. H. H. Proctor at the First Congregational church, colored, last night.
Among other things, he said:
"Money is such a good thing and so hard to get on without that it is hard to convince a man out of a job, for instance, that there is anything better. And yet, we need not disparage this material thing to show that in the spiritual realm there are things much better. To have good health, good sense, a good name, a good conscience and a good character is better than all the money in this world. And yet, these do not exclude money. Rather they are the foundation stones on which we shall surely get all the money we need. These things are measurably in reach of all, even the humblest. They are the heritage of every human being. The Master of men commands us to seek them with all our heart, and, finding them, to use them for the service of our fellow men. That is the finest thing life has to offer any man."
Rev. Frank T. Lee, of Chicago, will begin a course of lectures tonight on "A Bird's-eye View of Old Testament History."
—The Atlantic Constitution, January 11, 1915, page 7.
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