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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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Seeing South America

A travel narrative and historical overview of South America—covering independence movements, national histories (Brazil, Argentina, Peru), geography, and practical travel notes.

John Thomson Faris ⬩ 1931

Old Fort Chartres on the Mississippi River

History of Fort Chartres on the Mississippi River: 18th-century French fort, British takeover, floods and ruin, later acquisition and restoration as an Illinois state park.

John Thomson Faris ⬩ 1955

Locating the Soul of a College

Alma College portrayed as a Presbyterian liberal-arts school whose 'soul' is mutual service—student fellowship, faculty sacrifice, and training for Christian service.

Paul Patton Faris ⬩ 1922

Modern Builders of the Church

1923 VBS curriculum of 25 concise biographical lessons (e.g., John Bunyan, John Wesley) teaching revival, missions, and Christian service for intermediate youth.

Paul Patton Faris ⬩ 1923

The Christian Home

Practical pastoral guide urging a Christ-centered home: raising children, family worship, adapting to modern economic and social pressures, and cultivating Christian character and devotion.

William Wallace Faris ⬩ 1920

Robert Perry Farris, D.D.

Necrological report to the Princeton Theological Seminary Alumni Association (May 10, 1904) giving obituaries and biographical notices of deceased alumni and Presbyterian ministers.

1904

Reasons Why the Presbyterian Church in the United States Should Withdraw from the Federal Council of the Churches of Christ in America

Louis Edward Faulkner ⬩ 1947

Visiting

Maria Fearing ⬩ 1901

Forty-Four Years an Editor: Rev. Henry Martyn Field, D.D. Is Dead

Obituary of Rev. Henry Martyn Field (1822–1907), detailing his ministry, editorial and travel-writing career, family life, and final years; includes brief notes on public affairs and temperance.

1907

Life and Times of William Findley

Profile of William Findley, a Westmoreland County weaver-turned-statesman who served about 20 years in Congress and shaped local and state politics in early Pennsylvania.

William Findley ⬩ 1919

A Sketch of Religious Life in Some Northern Prisons During the War Between the States

Essay debates whether all infants who die in infancy are elect. Also a prison memoir recounts Confederate officers' religious life, conversions, and camp ministry.

George Williamson Finley ⬩ 1902

Elsie’s Motherhood

Excerpt of Elsie's Motherhood (early 1900s): a domestic narrative of maternal love, family life, children's manners, and Southern post‑Civil War society.

Martha Farquharson Finley ⬩ 1904

Elsie’s Children

Domestic children's novel following Elsie and her family: new baby, illness, and household scenes. Emphasizes faith, gratitude, and family virtues.

Martha Farquharson Finley ⬩ 1905

Elsie at Nantucket

Opening chapters of Martha Finley's Elsie at Nantucket: a family arranges a summer voyage and cottage stay. Domestic scenes introduce characters, a newborn, sibling jealousy, and parental counsel.

Martha Farquharson Finley ⬩ 1912

Elsie’s Kith and Kin

Excerpt from Martha Finley's Elsie series (Elsie's Skith and Kin), a Victorian domestic novel highlighting marriage, household duties, and family and female friendships.

Martha Farquharson Finley ⬩ 1914

Christmas with Grandma Elsie

Victorian children's story of a family Christmas at Grandma Elsie's—sleigh rides, hospitality, and children debating gifts and helping the poor. Gentle themes of family, generosity, and faith.

Martha Farquharson Finley ⬩ 1916

Elsie’s Winter Trip

Excerpt from Martha Finley's Elsie's Winter Trip: a domestic, family-centered scene following newlyweds and relatives as they share breakfasts, visits, and preparations for a social gathering.

Martha Farquharson Finley ⬩ 1902

Elsie and Her Loved Ones

Opening of Martha Finley's children's novel: Grandma Elsie and family plan and take a spring trip to California, arriving at Coronado Beach and enjoying the gardens and Point Loma views.

Martha Farquharson Finley ⬩ 1903

Elsie and Her Namesakes

Martha Finley's Elsie tale: family at Woodburn prepare for a wedding and trip to Viamede while Grandma Elsie entertains the children with stories of Washington.