Pastoral Theology
Thomas Murphy's 1877 pastoral theology manual outlining practical pastoral duties: personal piety, study, preaching, visitation, church work, Sabbath-school, and benevolence.
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Archives
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.
Pastoral Theology
One Hundred Years of the Presbyterian Church of Frankford
Account of the 1870 centennial celebration and historical sketch of the Presbyterian Church of Frankford compiled by Rev. Thomas Murphy; includes addresses, music, and reminiscences.
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Duties of the Church Members to the Church
Outline of church members' duties: pray for the church, attend and support worship, bring others in, promote peace and unity, guard the church's good name, and uphold the pastor.
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People and Pastor: Duties Involved in the Important Relation
Advice to church members on supporting and selecting pastors: pray for them, cooperate, guard their time and reputation, and choose godly ministers.
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The Scotch-Irish Race Among the Nations
Proceedings of the 1891 Scotch-Irish Congress (Louisville) with addresses on Scotch-Irish history, persecutions, faith, and their influence on American government.
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The Structure of the Messages to the Seven Churches
Examines Christ’s testimony to the Old Testament and analyzes the seven churches in Revelation, emphasizing the recurring symbolism of seven as covenant and atonement.
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A Sermon, on Creeds & Confessions
1826 sermon defending creeds and confessions; argues church officers have authority to establish doctrinal standards and require assent to preserve unity and purity.
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Letter on Prison Conditions
Letters advocating solitary confinement with work and religious instruction at Eastern State Penitentiary to reform prisoners; condemns Walnut Street Prison's corrupt congregate system.
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Samuel Wylie Crawford, D.D.
1888 compendium chronicling the Reformed Presbyterian Church in America: congregations, missions, institutions, and ministerial biographies (e.g., Samuel W. Crawford).
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History of the Presbyterian Church in Mercersburg, Penna.
Concise history of the Mercersburg, PA Presbyterian Church (1738–1845): founding, revivals and schisms, Indian attacks, Revolutionary War service, and ministries like Rev. John King.
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History of the Presbyterian Church of Upper West Conococheague now Mercersburg, Franklin County, Penna
1877 history of the Mercersburg (PA) Presbyterian Church recounting Scots‑Irish settlement, domestic and religious life, agriculture, family worship, community struggles and church growth.
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In Memoriam: Rev. Thomas Creigh D.D.
Memorial discourse for Rev. Thomas Creigh (1808–1880), honoring his long pastoral ministry, catechetical care, character, and the Christian hope of death and resurrection.
Biographical Sketch of Rev. Thomas Creigh, D.D.
Biographical sketch of Rev. Thomas Creigh, D.D., tracing his family origins, education, conversion, licensure, and early Presbyterian ministry in Pennsylvania.
Pastoral Letter from the Presbytery of Roanoke to the Churches Under Its Care, In Regard to the Sabbath
Letters critique Presbyterian failures to reach the poor—pew rents and class separation—and report mission chapels, protracted meetings, conversions, rural revivals, and appeals for support.
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Lands of the Moslem: A Narrative of Oriental Travel
Mid-19th-century travelogue of Egypt: Alexandria, the Nile, Pompey's Pillar, Cleopatra's Needles, Mahmoudiyeh Canal, and local life; includes reflections on mirage and faith.
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God’s View of Rebellion: A Sermon Preached in the Fourth Avenue Presbyterian Church, on the Occasion of the National Thanksgiving, Sunday, Sept. 11, 1864
1864 sermon (Rom. 13:2) declaring rebellion a sin; Christians should uphold government and oppose secession/rebellion while recognizing wartime irregularities.
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Social Hints for Young Christians, in Three Sermons
Three sermons urging young Christians to order their social life for God's glory: choose Christian friends, avoid worldly amusements, and consecrate ordinary actions to Christ.
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A Bible Manual, Intended to Furnish a General View of the Holy Scriptures, as Introductory to Their Study
Howard Crosby's 1869 Bible Manual: a concise introduction to the Bible's structure, canon, inspiration, modes of revelation, and chronology for students and teachers.
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The Double Sense of Scripture
Howard Crosby argues that many biblical prophecies have a 'double sense'—a literal, historical meaning and a broader typological or spiritual fulfillment. He contrasts literalists and tropists with OT/NT examples.
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