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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 Genius and Moral Achievements of the Spirit of Foreign Missions: A Sermon Preached in the Presbyterian Church, Johns Island, S.C.

Sermon praising the humble, peaceable, persevering spirit of foreign missions. Argues missions foster moral and civil progress, spread piety, and will ultimately triumph by God's promise.

Elipha White ⬩ 1837

The Superior Claims of Religion

Sermon on Matt. 6:33 urging seekers to put God's kingdom before worldly pursuits. Religion is shown as more satisfying, lasting, and ennobling, empowered by the Holy Spirit.

Elipha White ⬩ 1828

His Best Friend

A young newsboy befriends Laramie and, through her, learns that Jesus is both Son of God and a childlike friend who stays with children, inspiring kindness and faith.

Jessie Elvira Wright Whitcomb ⬩ 1898

An Odd Little Lass: A Story for Girls

A late-19th-century children's story about Lonnie, a lively girl in Walnut Court whose caregiver is injured. Neighbors judge her and debate her future as she faces possible removal.

Jessie Elvira Wright Whitcomb ⬩ 1898

The House on the Bluff: A Western Flood Story

A Victorian tale of a household preparing for a great spring flood. Characters weigh practical readiness, Christian charity, and trust in God's providence.

Jessie Elvira Wright Whitcomb, Julia McNair Wright ⬩ 1896

Philip Leicester

Victorian novel opening: Baby Philip is stolen from his carriage in London, plunging his parents into grief, financial strain, and desperate questioning of God's care.

Jessie Elvira Wright Whitcomb ⬩ 1894

Marjoribanks: A Story for Girls

Young March Pomeroy takes in a city waif named Bud. The tale explores charity, manners, and contrasts between genteel rural upbringing and rough urban life.

Jessie Elvira Wright Whitcomb ⬩ 1892

Freshman and Senior

A college freshman, Craig Sternhold, readies for university while resolving to bring and care for his young brother Jamie after their mother's death. A tale of family duty and campus life.

Jessie Elvira Wright Whitcomb ⬩ 1889

Nathaniel Whitaker

Biography of Rev. Nathanael Whitaker: a colonial Presbyterian minister whose ministry involved polity disputes with Congregationalists, mission fundraising in Britain, and Revolutionary-era activity.

Richard Webster ⬩ 1857

Leaves of All Seasons: Hymns and Other Verses

A collection of devotional poems and hymns celebrating God's love, Christ's redemption, and the believer's comfort in God's presence. Themes include living water, praise, and personal piety.

Epher Whitaker ⬩ 1894

Celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the Formation of the Town and the Church of Southold, L.I.

Record of the 1890 celebration marking the 250th anniversary of Southold town and its First Church (founded 1640), detailing committees, programme, addresses, music, and procession.

Epher Whitaker ⬩ 1890

History of Southold, L.I. Its First Century

1881 history by Rev. Epher Whitaker of Southold, L.I. (1640–1740), documenting settlement, church life, pastors, town governance and colonial-era conflicts.

Epher Whitaker ⬩ 1881

How a Pastor Would Meet Infidelity

Presbyterian essays advise pastors to confront materialism, spiritualism, and secularism through apologetics—upholding Christ, Scripture, and Reformed (Westminster) standards.

Epher Whitaker ⬩ 1876

New Fruits from an Old Field

Argues that education must cultivate intellect, body, and above all moral and religious character, preparing persons for success in life and for eternal ends.

Epher Whitaker ⬩ 1865

June 18, 1614 Letter to Rev. William Gouge (1)

1614 report from Virginia: Sir Thomas Dale secures peace with the Indians; Pocahontas is baptized, renounces idolatry, and marries John Rolfe. Describes church life and ministry.

Alexander Whitaker ⬩ 1860

August 9, 1611 Letter to Rev. William Crashaw

Excerpt from Virginia Vetusta recounting Jamestown (1611–1617) ministers—Whitaker, Wickham—and early colonial church life: preaching, catechizing, hardships, and settlement remarks.

Alexander Whitaker ⬩ 1885

Christianity Among the Higher Classes in China

1886 Presbyterian missionary report covering work in China, India, Persia and Japan, growth among higher classes, mission methods, and appeals for funds and donations.

John Wherry ⬩ 1886

Islam; or, The Religion of the Turk

A 19th-century Christian critique of Islam by E.M. Wherry. Surveys Muhammad's life, the Qur'an, Islamic doctrines and urges missionary engagement among Muslims.

Elwood Morris Wherry ⬩ 1896

Zeinab, the Panjabi: A Story Founded on Facts

In the Punjab, widow Zeinab's poverty and her children's illness lead them to a Christian dispensary; missionary Mean Munad, a convert, brings care and the gospel.

Elwood Morris Wherry ⬩ 1895

Missions at Home and Abroad: Papers and Addresses Presented at the World’s Congress of Missions, October 2–4, 1893

Elwood Morris Wherry ⬩ 1895

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