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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 Watchful Servant: A Discourse Delivered in the First Presbyterian Church in the City of Schenectady, January 5th, 1817

Hooper Cumming ⬩ 1817

Sermon on Luke 12 urging vigilant readiness for Christ's return, the priceless value of the soul, holy living, and zealous witness leading to conversion and church growth.

An Oration Delivered July 4th, 1817

Hooper Cumming ⬩ 1817

July 4, 1817 oration by Rev. Hooper Cumming celebrating American liberty, recounting Revolutionary battles, warning against European despotism, and condemning the slave trade.

A Plea for the American Bible Society: A Sermon Delivered on Sabbath Evening, March 19, 1818, in the Third Presbyterian Church, Albany

Hooper Cumming ⬩ 1818

A Sermon, Delivered at Schoharie, Before the Grand Lodge, at the Installation of Hicks Lodge no. 305, July 4th, 1818

Hooper Cumming ⬩ 1818

The Christian’s Vade-Mecum

Hooper Cumming ⬩ 1819

An Oration, Commemorative of Washington, Delivered Feb. 22, 1821

Hooper Cumming ⬩ 1821

Oration (Feb 22, 1821) by Rev. Hooper Gumming honoring Washington—celebrating his virtue, leadership in the Revolution, Divine Providence, and his voluntary resignation of power.

An Oration, Delivered in Schenectady, N.Y., July 4th, 1821

Hooper Cumming ⬩ 1821

1821 oration for the Fourth of July praising the American Revolution, its patriots (notably Washington), and the role of Providence, virtue, and liberty in the nation's founding.

An Oration Commemorative of American Independence; Delivered July 5, 1824, in the Bowery Church, Before the Firemen of the City of New-York

Hooper Cumming ⬩ 1824

Oration (July 5, 1824) celebrating American independence, praising Washington, Lafayette, and divine Providence. Urges national gratitude, patriotism, and memorials to virtue.

Fincastle Resolutions

Charles Cummings ⬩ 1900

Recounts the 1775 Fincastle County meeting and Resolutions: Virginia patriots profess loyalty to the king but vow to resist unconstitutional oppression.

Charles Cummings

William Buell Sprague ⬩ 1858

Biographical sketches of American Presbyterian clergy, including Charles Cummings and John Witherspoon. Details ministry, frontier life, piety, and public service in early America.

On the Curse Pronounced Against the Serpent; Including the First Promise of a Saviour, Made to Our First Parents

Francis Cummins ⬩ 1824

An 1824 anthology of sermons by Southern ministers addressing sin, the Fall, and salvation. Includes a detailed exegesis of Genesis 3:15—the curse and first promise of a Savior.

On Buying, and Not Selling the Truth

Francis Cummins ⬩ 1824

The Relation of the Church to the Prohibition Movement

Albert Bruce Curry, Sr. ⬩ 1887

Begins with a note on Berkeley's idealism; main essay argues the Church should not assume civil legislative roles like Prohibition but combat intemperance by spiritual means and teaching.

The Centennial Celebration in Philadelphia

Albert Bruce Curry, Sr. ⬩ 1888

Review of the Presbyterian centennial in Philadelphia celebrating a North–South reunion; reflections on miracles, revelation, and debate over excluding the Bible from public schools.

Collections of the Virginia Historical & Philosophical Society, to Which Is Prefixed an Address, Spoken Before the Society

Jonathan Peter Cushing ⬩ 1833

1833 constitution and inaugural address of the Virginia Historical & Philosophical Society, detailing its aims, officers, collection priorities, and appeal for public support of learning.

God’s Promises to the Godly: A Sermon Occasioned by the Death of Andrew M. Young, … Preached at Poughkeepsie, Nov. 6, 1814

Cornelius C. Cuyler ⬩ 1814

The Question Answered: Whose Children Are Entitled to Baptism?

Cornelius C. Cuyler ⬩ 1816

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