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The Confessional Presbyterian Archive is a curated digital library dedicated to preserving and promoting the writings of 17th–20th century Presbyterian pastors, teachers, and leaders. Featuring thousands of searchable texts, biographies, and historical resources, the archive provides direct access to the primary-source materials of American Presbyterianism.

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The Modern Criticism of the New Testament

1906 American Bible League journal assessing modern higher criticism and defending biblical authority, treating Genesis authorship, New Testament criticism, miracles, and inerrancy.

John McNaugher ⬩ 1906

Bible Songs: A Collection of Psalms Set to Music: For Use in Church and Evangelistic Services, Prayer Meetings, Sabbath Schools, … and Family Worship

1901 Bible Songs: a Presbyterian hymnal setting the Psalms to music for congregational and devotional use. Includes full psalm texts, new and traditional tunes, and a topical index.

John McNaugher ⬩ 1901

The Idea of Worship

Frames worship as an inward, intelligent act of the soul expressed in song and life; the Psalms give divinely inspired words for true public and private worship centered in Christ.

William Harrison McMillan ⬩ 1907

Life and Work of Rev. John McMillan, D.D., Pioneer, Preacher, Educator, Patriot, of Western Pennsylvania

Biography/genealogy of Rev. John McMillan (1752–1833), pioneer Presbyterian pastor and educator in Western Pennsylvania. Records his ministry, founding of schools/Jefferson College, and family history.

1935

Sermon on 2 Cor. 13:5

A sermon calling believers to self-examination to confirm saving faith, outlining marks of true faith: trust in Christ, communion with God, godly fear, self-denial, suffering, and perseverance.

John McMillan ⬩ 1935

Mexican Girls’ School - A Red Letter Day

Dec 1924 Presbyterian Survey reports Assembly budget shortfalls and urges giving. It also covers the dedication of the Tex.-Mex School for Mexican girls, funded by donors and church auxiliaries.

Homer McMillan ⬩ 1924

Assembly’s Mission Schools

Report on the 1924 General Assembly and Home Mission schools serving mountain, Indian, Negro, and Mexican communities—emphasizing evangelistic education and outreach.

Homer McMillan ⬩ 1924

“Unfinished Tasks” of the Southern Presbyterian Church

Summary of the Southern Presbyterian Home Missions (early 1900s), outlining expanded responsibilities: church planting, evangelism, Sunday-school work, defense of Bible authority and the Sabbath amid national concerns.

Homer McMillan ⬩ 1922

John S. McMaster

Biographical entry for John S. McMaster (b.1859), a Jersey City lawyer, educator, Presbyterian elder and historical writer. Covers his family, career, affiliations and publications.

1913

An Appreciation of Rev. L.P. Bowen

Collection of addresses, essays and poems by Rev. L.P. Bowen honoring Francis Makemie and early American Presbyterianism, with Eastern Shore history and monument dedications.

John Stevenson McMaster ⬩ 1910

A Sketch of John Slemmons Stevenson of Maryland and Missouri, 1807–1867

Biographical sketch of John Slemmons Stevenson (1807–1867), detailing his Scotch-Irish ancestry, Maryland–Missouri life, family genealogy, and early Presbyterian roots.

John Stevenson McMaster ⬩ 1902

History of Fairfield County, South Carolina, From “Before the White Man Came” to 1942

A county history of Fairfield County, SC, detailing Siouan tribes (especially the Catawba), archaeological evidence, and the origins of white settlement. Compiled by Fitz Hugh McMaster.

Fitz Hugh McMaster ⬩ 1946

The History of MacMaster-McMaster Family

Genealogy and history of the MacMaster clan: Scottish Highland origins, clan system, Culdee Church, and American migration; memorializes founder John S. McMaster.

Fitz Hugh McMaster ⬩ 1926

History of First Presbyterian Church and Its Courtyard

Concise history of First Presbyterian Church, Columbia, SC: its founding, pastors, graveyard, ties to South Carolina College and Columbia Theological Seminary, and building developments.

Fitz Hugh McMaster ⬩ 1925

“Country Church” McLaughlin

Profile of Henry W. McLaughlin on his 50th year in ministry, championing country churches and 500 Sunday Schools. Highlights his seminary fundraising and leadership in the Presbyterian Assembly.

1946

Whence Our Moderators?

1945 Presbyterian Outlook reports the new Southern Religious Radio Conference (Presbyterians, Methodists, Baptists), urges Christian education and Christlikeness, and profiles moderators.

Henry Woods McLaughlin ⬩ 1945

The Country Church

Calls the church to invest in rural ministry as urban migration drains country leadership. Urges committed pastors, strong Sunday-schools, and community outreach.

Henry Woods McLaughlin ⬩ 1926

The Challenge of the Country Church

Discusses Christian education and the 'challenge of the country church': shortage of resident ministers, need for seminary emphasis and training, and opportunities for rural ministry.

Henry Woods McLaughlin ⬩ 1925

A.M. Fraser: A Distinguished Citizen

Henry Woods McLaughlin ⬩ 1920

A Vigorous Country Church

Feb 1915 Presbyterian Missionary Survey: reports on home and foreign missions, synodical initiatives, country church life, Sunday schools, Christian education, and overseas field notes.

Henry Woods McLaughlin ⬩ 1915

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