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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 Crisis of Missions; or, The Voice Out of the Cloud

Pierson urges urgent worldwide evangelism, arguing missions are grounded in Scripture and God's providence. He surveys modern missionary progress and calls believers to action.

Arthur Tappan Pierson ⬩ 1886

The National Vine, Its Growth and Beauty, Its Risk of Ruin: A Sermon Preached on Thanksgiving Day, November 30, 1882

Arthur Tappan Pierson ⬩ 1882

The Mission of the Church in the Evangelization of the Masses

Argues evangelization is the Church's primary duty: bring the gospel to souls, then baptize and disciple. Preach the simple, Spirit-given Word, avoiding worldly eloquence or attractions.

Arthur Tappan Pierson ⬩ 1880

Abraham Pierson

Biographical sketches of 17th-century New England clergy (Abraham Pierson, John Knowles), recounting church planting, Indian missions, ministry, and colonial ecclesiastical life.

Richard Webster ⬩ 1857

The Life of Mr. Abraham Pierson

Excerpt from Cotton Mather's Magnalia Christi Americana (1620–1698): an ecclesiastical history of New England with biographical sketches of Puritan ministers and church-planting narratives.

1853

Some Helps for the Indians: A Catechism

Overview of Abraham Pierson’s 1658 Quiripi-language catechism: its translation, printing history, and colonial efforts to evangelize New England Indians.

Abraham Pierson, Sr. ⬩ 1873

Lines on the Death of Theophilus Eaton

Elegy and tribute to Theophilus Eaton, governor of New Haven. Praises his piety, leadership, and wisdom, likening him to biblical heroes and celebrating his entrance to glory.

Abraham Pierson, Sr. ⬩ 1865

Indian Deed of December 13, 1640

Early history of Southampton, NY: company articles on settlement and church governance, with transcribed Indian land deeds (1640, Quogue purchase 1659) and related records.

Abraham Pierson, Sr. ⬩ 1887

Memorial of Rev. William W. Phillips, D.D.

Memorial addresses for Rev. William W. Phillips (1796–1865), delivered March 23, 1865 at First Presbyterian, NYC. Eulogies honor his long faithful ministry, pastoral care, piety, and trust in Christ.

1865

A Missionary Address

Phillips calls the church to foreign missions, insisting the Great Commission obliges all believers to evangelize worldwide. He argues success comes from God, not human expediency or comfort.

William Wirt Phillips ⬩ 1860

Discourse Delivered at the Opening of the New Chapel Erected for the Use of the Inmates of the Sailors’ Snug Harbor, on Staten Island

Sermon on Psalm 84 urging love for God's sanctuary and public worship — it brings pardon, renewal, sanctification, comfort and strength for the soul.

William Wirt Phillips ⬩ 1856

Address Delivered at the Laying of the Corner-Stone of the New Chapel for the Use of the Inmates of the Sailors’ Snug Harbor, on Staten Island

Address at the corner‑stone laying of Sailors' Snug Harbor chapel, recounting its founding, benefactors, legal struggles, and mission to shelter aged and worn‑out sailors.

William Wirt Phillips ⬩ 1855

The Authority, Duties, and Value of the Christian Ministry: A Charge to the Professor [James W. Alexander]

Inaugural charge on the Christian ministry: its divine authority, duties and power to preach law and gospel, administer redemption, and to shape church and society.

William Wirt Phillips ⬩ 1850

A Memorial of the Goodness of God, in Two Discourses, Delivered at the Opening of the First Presbyterian Church in the City of New York, Jan. 11, 1846

1846 Presbyterian thanksgiving sermon at the opening of First Presbyterian Church (NY). Praises God's goodness and defends Presbyterian doctrine, polity, and Reformation standards.

William Wirt Phillips ⬩ 1846

An Address to the Ministers, Elders, and Members of the Presbyterian Church in the United States

1836 Presbyterian address defending confessions and church standards, criticizing Albert Barnes' denial of federal/original sin and urging honest subscription and discipline.

William Wirt Phillips ⬩ 1836

The Presbyterian Church in the United States (“the Southern Presbyterian Church”) and the Colored People

Alexander Lacy Phillips ⬩ 1899

The Work of Our Church for the Negroes in the South

Discusses Presbyterian responsibilities to African Americans in the South—education, church support, and evangelism—and warns funds are needed. Also begins a biblical argument for world missions (protoevangelium).

Alexander Lacy Phillips ⬩ 1893

God’s Problem for the South

Call to Southern Presbyterians to evangelize the Negro; argues the gospel, not law or history, must resolve race relations and social duty. Cites Moses, the Great Commission, and Romans.

Alexander Lacy Phillips ⬩ 1891

An Historical Sketch of the Presbyterian Church of Fayetteville, N.C.: Address Delivered in the Presbyterian Church of Fayetteville, February 3rd, 1889

Historical sketch of the Presbyterian Church of Fayetteville, NC (1755–1889), documenting pastors, session records, revivals, missions, and congregational life.

Alexander Lacy Phillips ⬩ 1889

The Valley of Achor

A sermon calling believers to enter the 'valley of Achor' — a doorway from entrance through trouble to renewal. Sin must be exposed and removed so God's discipline can bring hope and restoration.

George Laurens Petrie ⬩ 1896

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