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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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Faith and Philosophy: Discourses and Essays

Introductory notice to Henry B. Smith's Faith and Philosophy: essays defending Christian faith against modern materialism, emphasizing Christ-centered theology, apologetics, and church history.

Henry Boynton Smith, George Lewis Prentiss ⬩ 1877

Rev. Thomas Harvey Skinner, D.D.

Eulogistic sketch of Rev. Thomas H. Skinner: his life, ministry, pastoral and seminary service, Christian character, preaching gifts, and advocacy for Presbyterian reunion.

George Lewis Prentiss ⬩ 1871

A Discourse in Memory of Thomas Harvey Skinner, D.D., LL.D.

Memorial discourse on Thomas Harvey Skinner (1791–1871), recounting his childhood, education, conversion, and ministry. Delivered at his funeral and republished by Union Theological Seminary.

George Lewis Prentiss ⬩ 1871

Stepping Heavenward

Biographical sketch of Elizabeth Prentiss, author of Stepping Heavenward, her hymn “More Love to Thee,” Christian home life, devotional influence, and serene death.

Elizabeth Payson Prentiss, George Lewis Prentiss ⬩ 1900

The Political Crisis

Examines the 1866 clash between President Johnson and Congress over Reconstruction, defending Congress's delay and advocating the 14th Amendment to secure citizenship and equal protection.

George Lewis Prentiss ⬩ 1866

The Political Situation

Argues the Bible treats truth as inseparable from divine personality. Political essay urges Congress-led Reconstruction and strong legislation to secure the Union's war gains.

George Lewis Prentiss ⬩ 1866

A Memorial of Lieut. Franklin Butler Crosby, of the Fourth Regiment, C.S. Artillery, Who Was Killed at Chancellorsville, Va., May 3, 1863

Memorial for Lt. Franklin B. Crosby, killed at Chancellorsville (1863). Funeral addresses honor his Christian piety and patriotic sacrifice, consoling mourners with providence and Scripture.

George Lewis Prentiss ⬩ 1864

Lessons of Encouragement from the Times of Washington

Sermon drawing lessons from Washington's era: God's providence shapes national destiny; Americans must defend the Union with faith, courage, and patriotic memory.

George Lewis Prentiss ⬩ 1863

The National Crisis: Being an Address Delivered Before the Phi Beta Kappa Society in Dartmouth College, at Hanover, N.H., July 30th, 1862

1862 address viewing the Civil War as a providential national crisis, urging prayer and patriotic duty while interpreting events as divine judgment and purpose.

George Lewis Prentiss ⬩ 1862

Some of the Providential Lessons of 1861. How to Meet the Events of 1862: Two Discourses, Preached December 29th, 1861, and January 5th, 1862

Sermon (Dec 1861) reflecting on 1861's providential lessons: God's government of nations, the sanctity and necessity of rightful civil government, and the weakness of good men amid popular frenzy.

George Lewis Prentiss ⬩ 1862

The Free Christian State and the Present Struggle: An Address Delivered Before the Association of the Alumni of Bowdoin College

1861 address: America's Constitution, liberties and Union are rooted in Christian faith, historic law, and Divine Providence. It urges moral vigilance to preserve religious liberty and national unity.

George Lewis Prentiss ⬩ 1861

A Sermon in Commemoration of Anson G. Phelps, Jr.

Memorial of Anson G. Phelps Jr., recounting his Christian upbringing, character, and philanthropy. Highlights personal piety and wise stewardship of wealth.

George Lewis Prentiss ⬩ 1860

A Memoir of S.S. Prentiss, Vol. 2

Memoir of S.S. Prentiss, Vol. II: letters, speeches and reminiscences. Covers his return to Washington and a scathing speech on public officer defalcations and the spoils system.

George Lewis Prentiss ⬩ 1855

A Memoir of S.S. Prentiss, Vol. 1

Memoir of S. S. Prentiss recounting his New England family, childhood, education, legal and political life, and religious influences; edited by his brother and including letters and speeches.

George Lewis Prentiss ⬩ 1855

How Sorrow Was Changed into Sympathy: Words of Cheer for Mothers Bereft of Little Children - Out of the Life of Mrs. Prentiss

Memoir and reflections offering Christian comfort to bereaved mothers over infant death, affirming infants’ place with Christ and trust in God’s providence.

Elizabeth Payson Prentiss, George Lewis Prentiss ⬩ 1884

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Faith and Philosophy: Discourses and Essays

Rev. Thomas Harvey Skinner, D.D.

A Discourse in Memory of Thomas Harvey Skinner, D.D., LL.D.

Stepping Heavenward

The Political Crisis

The Political Situation

A Memorial of Lieut. Franklin Butler Crosby, of the Fourth Regiment, C.S. Artillery, Who Was Killed at Chancellorsville, Va., May 3, 1863

Lessons of Encouragement from the Times of Washington

The National Crisis: Being an Address Delivered Before the Phi Beta Kappa Society in Dartmouth College, at Hanover, N.H., July 30th, 1862

Some of the Providential Lessons of 1861. How to Meet the Events of 1862: Two Discourses, Preached December 29th, 1861, and January 5th, 1862

The Free Christian State and the Present Struggle: An Address Delivered Before the Association of the Alumni of Bowdoin College

A Sermon in Commemoration of Anson G. Phelps, Jr.

A Memoir of S.S. Prentiss, Vol. 2

A Memoir of S.S. Prentiss, Vol. 1

How Sorrow Was Changed into Sympathy: Words of Cheer for Mothers Bereft of Little Children - Out of the Life of Mrs. Prentiss

The Life and Letters of Elizabeth Prentiss

Avis Benson; or, Mine and Thine: With Other Sketches

Gentleman Jim

Pemaquid: A Story of Old Times in New England

The Home at Greylock

Confessional Intelligence

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