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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 Secretary of State on Faith of Our Fathers

John Foster Dulles argues America's institutions depend on Christian faith and moral forces. Churches must renew and spread that faith to resist materialist threats in the atomic age.

John Foster Dulles ⬩ 1954

The Lessons of Berlin

John Foster Dulles lauds Berlin's postwar resilience, warns against trusting Soviet promises, and urges faith, free-world cooperation, and a strong deterrent to preserve freedom.

John Foster Dulles ⬩ 1958

After Thirty Years: The Class of ‘73, Princeton University

A record of Princeton University's Class of 1873 thirtieth reunion (1903): reunion events, addresses (notably Henry van Dyke), class roll, poem, and plans for a class memorial gift.

Joseph Heatly Dulles ⬩ 1903

Princeton

Encyclopedic entry on American Presbyterian theological seminaries, especially Princeton Seminary: its founding, faculty, curriculum, growth, doctrinal stance, and resources.

Joseph Heatly Dulles ⬩ 1911

Rev. Joseph H. Dulles, 1853–1937

1937 report: John A. Mackay inaugurated as Princeton Seminary president (inaugural address included). Also an obituary for Rev. Joseph H. Dulles, longtime seminary librarian.

1937

William Durant

Necrological report: brief biographies of Princeton Seminary alumni ministers (William Durant; Leander MacNeill), noting education, pastorates, publications, dates, and family.

1914

The Prophet of Zion-Parnassus, Samuel Eusebius McCorkle

Biographical sketch of Samuel Eusebius McCorkle, a Scotch‑Irish Presbyterian leader who shaped Thyatira Church, education, and the Presbyterian presence in colonial North Carolina.

James Franklin Hurley, Sr., Julia Goode Eagan, Walter Lee Lingle ⬩ 1934

The Dangers and Sufferings of Robert Eastburn, and His Deliverance from Indian Captivity

Intro to Robert Eastburn’s 1758 captivity narrative: a Philadelphia trader captured in the French & Indian War, adopted by Indians and later delivered; notes his Quaker roots and Presbyterian faith.

Robert Eastburn, Gilbert Tennent ⬩ 1904

Unfinished Business of the Presbyterian Church in America

1921 survey by Fred Eastman of the Presbyterian Church's domestic "unfinished business"—missions, education, and social service. Focuses on Southern mountains, immigrants, Negroes, Indians, and Alaskans.

Fred Eastman ⬩ 1921

Disgracing Princeton Seminary

Editorial defending tolerance at Princeton Seminary; protests the ousting of Charles R. Erdman and condemns Macartney and Machen's fundamentalist purge threatening religious liberty.

Fred Eastman ⬩ 1925

The New Courses in Literature and Drama

Overview of Chicago Theological Seminary's mission and new courses in advanced composition, biographies, and religious drama to equip ministers for parish ministry and public witness.

Fred Eastman ⬩ 1927

Ministerial Middlemen: An Interview with Mr. Clarence S. Funk

Essays and interviews argue modern religion and seminary training have become too easy. They call for stricter admissions, bodily and mental discipline, and stronger pastoral leadership.

Fred Eastman ⬩ 1927

A List of Plays for Church Use

Chicago Theological Seminary Register (Nov 1927). President's message on new Gothic-inspired buildings and campus sculpture; listings of church plays and manuals, plus student summer reports.

Fred Eastman ⬩ 1927

Why Preach?

Jan 1928 Seminary essays on the simplicity of religion and why to preach: urging love of God and neighbor, pastoral calling, prayer, and persuasive preaching.

Fred Eastman ⬩ 1928

The Minister Our Generation Needs

Three essays urging the church to shape business ethics, cultivate aesthetic worship and creative ministry, and adopt humble, respectful missionary methods abroad.

Fred Eastman ⬩ 1928

A New Aesthetic for Protestantism

Seminary essays urge using drama and aesthetics in theological education to stir ministers' imagination and sympathy. Drama exposes spiritual struggle and refreshes church worship.

Fred Eastman ⬩ 1929

Religious Dramas for the Easter Season and Springtime Generally

Seminary magazine with a moderator's Hawaii travel diary, comprehensive listings of Passion Week/Easter and general religious plays and dramatization manuals, plus library news.

Fred Eastman ⬩ 1929

A Daring “Preface to Morals”

Announces Dr. Albert W. Palmer as president of Chicago Theological Seminary (Jan 1, 1930). Features essays on creative ministry and a review of Walter Lippmann's A Preface to Morals.

Fred Eastman ⬩ 1929

Moving Pictures: Are Movies Fit for Children?

Fred Eastman ⬩ 1932

Drama in the Church: A Manual of Religious Drama Production

1933 manual (Drama in the Church) guiding churches to produce serious, artistic religious drama. Covers history, practical production chapters, and argues for drama as part of public worship.

Fred Eastman ⬩ 1933

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The Secretary of State on Faith of Our Fathers

The Lessons of Berlin

After Thirty Years: The Class of ‘73, Princeton University

Princeton

Rev. Joseph H. Dulles, 1853–1937

William Durant

The Prophet of Zion-Parnassus, Samuel Eusebius McCorkle

The Dangers and Sufferings of Robert Eastburn, and His Deliverance from Indian Captivity

Unfinished Business of the Presbyterian Church in America

Disgracing Princeton Seminary

The New Courses in Literature and Drama

Ministerial Middlemen: An Interview with Mr. Clarence S. Funk

A List of Plays for Church Use

Why Preach?

The Minister Our Generation Needs

A New Aesthetic for Protestantism

Religious Dramas for the Easter Season and Springtime Generally

A Daring “Preface to Morals”

Moving Pictures: Are Movies Fit for Children?

Drama in the Church: A Manual of Religious Drama Production

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