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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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Thirty-Third Annual Report of the American Bible Society, May, 1849

Southern Presbyterian Review critiques the American Bible Society's 1849 report. It praises Bible distribution but urges greater financial transparency, economy, and public scrutiny.

Abraham Brooks Van Zandt ⬩ 1850

Essays and Discourses, Practical and Historical

Collection of essays and discourses by Cortlandt Van Rensselaer: memoir, a centennial historical discourse on early American Presbyterianism, the 1741–45 schism, and pastoral themes.

Cortlandt Van Rensselaer, Sr. ⬩ 1861

Miscellaneous Sermons, Essays, and Addresses

Collection of sermons, essays and addresses (1861) by Rev. Cortlandt Van Rensselaer covering Presbyterian life: slavery and emancipation, education, Bible revision, providence, and funerals.

Cortlandt Van Rensselaer, Sr. ⬩ 1861

A Funeral Sermon on the Occasion of the Death of Bishop Doane. Preached in the Presbyterian Church, Burlington, N.J., on May 1st, 1859

Funeral sermon (2 Sam 24:14) urging trust in God's mercy over human judgment; defends Bishop Doane and praises his intellect, indomitable will, and engaging personal character.

Cortlandt Van Rensselaer, Sr. ⬩ 1859

God Glorified by Africa: An Address Delivered on December 31, 1856, at the Opening of the Ashmun Institute, Near Oxford, Pennsylvania

1856 address at the Ashmun Institute urging Christian education and missions for African Americans, recounting Jehudi Ashmun's life and viewing Providence in slavery as part of God's plan.

Cortlandt Van Rensselaer, Sr. ⬩ 1858

Signals from the Atlantic Cable: An Address Delivered at the Telegraphic Celebration, September 1st, 1858, In the City Hall, Burlington, New Jersey

1858 address celebrating the Atlantic Telegraph, praising human ingenuity while attributing its success to divine providence and God's timing. Draws moral lessons for society.

Cortlandt Van Rensselaer, Sr. ⬩ 1858

Causes of Anxiety to Young Men in Reference to the Work of the Ministry

Advice to young men considering the Christian ministry: discusses anxieties about personal piety, a divine call, finances and age, urging sincere prayer, patience, and church aid.

Cortlandt Van Rensselaer, Sr. ⬩ 1858

Unity, Peace, and Blessedness: A Sermon, Preached at the Opening of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church, … May 6th, 1858

1858 sermon calling the Presbyterian Church to unity in doctrine, holy experience, and duty—upholding creeds and catechism, pursuing peace, evangelism, and sanctified living.

Cortlandt Van Rensselaer, Sr. ⬩ 1858

Biographical Sketch of the Rev. Richard Webster

Biographical sketch of Rev. Richard Webster and early history of the Presbyterian Church at Mauch Chunk (to 1760), emphasizing his piety, ministry, and historical writings.

Cortlandt Van Rensselaer, Sr. ⬩ 1857

The Fight, Faith, and Crown: A Discourse, on the Death of Stephen Grellet, With a Sketch of His Life and Labours, Delivered December 16, 1855, …

1855 discourse honoring Quaker missionary Stephen Grellet, meditating on 'fight the good fight, finish the course, keep the faith.' A call to zeal, endurance, and steadfastness.

Cortlandt Van Rensselaer, Sr. ⬩ 1856

An Historical Discourse on the Occasion of the Centennial Celebration of the Battle of Lake George, 1755: Delivered …, Caldwell, N.Y., September 8, 1855

Centennial discourse (1855) commemorating the 1755 Battle of Lake George, recounting colonial campaigns, French–English rivalry, and the lake's local history and significance.

Cortlandt Van Rensselaer, Sr. ⬩ 1856

The Late Camden and Amboy Railroad Accident: A Review of the Camden and Amboy Company’s Report on the Accident of the 29th of August, 1855

1855 eyewitness review of the Camden & Amboy railroad disaster near Burlington, NJ. A carriage struck the train, derailing cars and killing ~22–23 with many more wounded; graphic account.

Cortlandt Van Rensselaer, Sr. ⬩ 1855

An Address Delivered Before the Ereuneteon and Matheteon Literary Societies of the Elders’ Ridge Presbyterial Academy, Pa., September 29th, 1853

1854 Pennsylvania School Journal article arguing common schools uplift agriculture, civic virtue, and moral education; it praises literary societies and the arts for youth development.

Cortlandt Van Rensselaer, Sr. ⬩ 1854

Female Education, Its Principles and Field: An Address Delivered at the Blairsville Female Seminary, Pa., September 27th, 1853

1853 Christian address advocating full, harmonious female education: equal intellectual training (including classics), religion central, and practical arts (music, needlework) for home and society.

Cortlandt Van Rensselaer, Sr. ⬩ 1853

Religious Instruction in Colleges: A Discourse Delivered at the Inauguration of John W. Scott, D.D., … Washington College, Pa., on September 20th, 1853

Van Rensselaer's 1853 inaugural discourse argues that religious instruction must be central in college curricula—vital for students' souls, the church's health, and public prosperity.

Cortlandt Van Rensselaer, Sr. ⬩ 1853

True Principles in the Organization of a Christian Institution: An Address Delivered … Geneseo Synodical Academy, N.Y., April 7th, 1853

1853 address advocating Christian education: the union of religion and learning, the role of Christian teachers, and the church's oversight in organizing Geneseo Synodical Academy.

Cortlandt Van Rensselaer, Sr. ⬩ 1853

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Thirty-Third Annual Report of the American Bible Society, May, 1849

Essays and Discourses, Practical and Historical

Miscellaneous Sermons, Essays, and Addresses

A Funeral Sermon on the Occasion of the Death of Bishop Doane. Preached in the Presbyterian Church, Burlington, N.J., on May 1st, 1859

God Glorified by Africa: An Address Delivered on December 31, 1856, at the Opening of the Ashmun Institute, Near Oxford, Pennsylvania

Signals from the Atlantic Cable: An Address Delivered at the Telegraphic Celebration, September 1st, 1858, In the City Hall, Burlington, New Jersey

Causes of Anxiety to Young Men in Reference to the Work of the Ministry

Unity, Peace, and Blessedness: A Sermon, Preached at the Opening of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church, … May 6th, 1858

Biographical Sketch of the Rev. Richard Webster

The Fight, Faith, and Crown: A Discourse, on the Death of Stephen Grellet, With a Sketch of His Life and Labours, Delivered December 16, 1855, …

An Historical Discourse on the Occasion of the Centennial Celebration of the Battle of Lake George, 1755: Delivered …, Caldwell, N.Y., September 8, 1855

The Late Camden and Amboy Railroad Accident: A Review of the Camden and Amboy Company’s Report on the Accident of the 29th of August, 1855

An Address Delivered Before the Ereuneteon and Matheteon Literary Societies of the Elders’ Ridge Presbyterial Academy, Pa., September 29th, 1853

Female Education, Its Principles and Field: An Address Delivered at the Blairsville Female Seminary, Pa., September 27th, 1853

Religious Instruction in Colleges: A Discourse Delivered at the Inauguration of John W. Scott, D.D., … Washington College, Pa., on September 20th, 1853

True Principles in the Organization of a Christian Institution: An Address Delivered … Geneseo Synodical Academy, N.Y., April 7th, 1853

New Jersey’s Tribute to Massachusetts: A Eulogy Pronounced on Daniel Webster

The Presbyterian Magazine, Vol. 10

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