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Meeting Minutes Of The Consistory Of The First Reformed Church, A. C. Van Raalte, G. Wakker, William Buursma, Althea Buursma
Meeting Minutes Of The Consistory Of The First Reformed Church, A. C. Van Raalte, G. Wakker, William Buursma, Althea Buursma
Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869
At a meeting of the consistory of the First Reformed Church at which Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte presided, it was reported that the divorce proceedings have been dropped by a couple and they requested readmittance to the Lord's table. Two other couples were having difficulties in their marriages. Censures were lifted on them also including Kommer Schaddelee and his wife. Elder Teunis Keppel proposed that the pastor have a Bible or catechism lesson on Sunday evenings. The pastor agreed to this. [This means that Van Raalte will be preaching and teaching three times on Sundays.] Pews will be rented …
Meeting Minutes Of The Consistory Of The First Reformed Church, A. C. Van Raalte, G. Wakker, William Buursma, Althea Buursma
Meeting Minutes Of The Consistory Of The First Reformed Church, A. C. Van Raalte, G. Wakker, William Buursma, Althea Buursma
Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869
At a meeting of the consistory of the First Reformed Church at which Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte presided, little business was conducted.
Meeting Minutes Of The Consistory Of The First Reformed Church, A. C. Van Raalte, G. Wakker, William Buursma, Althea Buursma
Meeting Minutes Of The Consistory Of The First Reformed Church, A. C. Van Raalte, G. Wakker, William Buursma, Althea Buursma
Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869
At the congregational meeting of the First Reformed Church at which Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte presided, elders and deacons were elected. A financial report was made. The teacher of the school of the church was owed money. The meeting was poorly attended. The congregation continued to have financial problems. The approval to add a consistory room to the church was not approved.
Meeting Minutes Of The Consistory Of The First Reformed Church, A. C. Van Raalte, G. Wakker, William Buursma, Althea Buursma
Meeting Minutes Of The Consistory Of The First Reformed Church, A. C. Van Raalte, G. Wakker, William Buursma, Althea Buursma
Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869
At a meeting of the consistory of the First Reformed Church at which Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte presided, a Mr. Dalman requested support from the church because he wished to attend the academy. The church would give him something but he was married. His family of five would not be able to live on the stipend of eleven shillings granted him. New members from Chicago, Kalamazoo, and Grand Rapids were received. Deacon J. van de Luyster moved to Franklin, Wisconsin, so his vacancy needed to be filled at the up-coming congregational meeting.
Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte Wrote To His Daughter And Son-In-Law, The Oggels, A. C. Van Raalte, Nella Kennedy
Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte Wrote To His Daughter And Son-In-Law, The Oggels, A. C. Van Raalte, Nella Kennedy
Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869
Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte wrote to his daughter and son-in-law, the Oggels, about the possibility of their coming to Holland so that Pieter J. Oggel can take a position in the Academy. Van Raalte is quite critical of the Pella people in this letter.
Meeting Minutes Of The Consistory Of The First Reformed Church, A. C. Van Raalte, G. Wakker, William Buursma, Althea Buursma
Meeting Minutes Of The Consistory Of The First Reformed Church, A. C. Van Raalte, G. Wakker, William Buursma, Althea Buursma
Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869
At a meeting of the congregation of the First Reformed Church at which Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte presided, the president announced that the successor to Rev. Giles Vande Wall who left for South Africa will be a person who "is able to use the Dutch language, which is the only means and the normal way for us to retain our Holland national existence as Hollanders, and give direction to the instruction of our youth, in such a way that they will remain bound to our people through love. The absence of this kind of influence will very likely mean …
The Meeting Of The Board Of Regents Of The Holland Academy, Adrian Zwemer
The Meeting Of The Board Of Regents Of The Holland Academy, Adrian Zwemer
Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869
There was a fill attendance of the members of the Board of Regents of the Holland Academy including Dr. Albertus C. Van Raalte. Rev. Cornelius Vander Meulen was elected president for the coming year. Routine business was conducted.
Meeting Minutes Of The Consistory Of The First Reformed Church, A. C. Van Raalte, G. Wakker, William Buursma, Althea Buursma
Meeting Minutes Of The Consistory Of The First Reformed Church, A. C. Van Raalte, G. Wakker, William Buursma, Althea Buursma
Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869
At a meeting of the consistory of the First Reformed Church at which Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte presided, new members were received and one family was transferred to Muskegon. One member was censured for intoxication during threshing and could not take communion next Sunday.
Meeting Minutes Of The Consistory Of The First Reformed Church, A. C. Van Raalte, G. Wakker, William Buursma, Althea Buursma
Meeting Minutes Of The Consistory Of The First Reformed Church, A. C. Van Raalte, G. Wakker, William Buursma, Althea Buursma
Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869
At a meeting of the consistory of the First Reformed Church at which Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte presided, new members were received and delegates to classis appointed.
A Letter Of A. C. Van Raalte To Philip Phelps, A. C. Van Raalte
A Letter Of A. C. Van Raalte To Philip Phelps, A. C. Van Raalte
Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869
A letter of A. C. Van Raalte to Philip Phelps, noting that Mrs. Van Raalte was not well. Vander Wall is preparing to go to South Africa. More on the District School; "Americans are coming in."
Meeting Minutes Of The Consistory Of The First Reformed Church, G. Wakker, William Buursma, Althea Buursma
Meeting Minutes Of The Consistory Of The First Reformed Church, G. Wakker, William Buursma, Althea Buursma
Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869
At a meeting of the consistory of the First Reformed Church at which Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte presided, the pastor noted that he again dealt with H. Slag and his wife who are under censure. They apparently have a view of infant baptism that is not in line with the Reformed Christian doctrine and they oppose both the pastor and the consistory. The pastor explained the doctrine of baptism and a committee was appointed to deal with the Slags. Other discipline cases were discussed. It was noted that the pastor's salary was not "paid on a timely basis and …
A Letter Of A. C. Van Raalte To Philip Phelps, A. C. Van Raalte
A Letter Of A. C. Van Raalte To Philip Phelps, A. C. Van Raalte
Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869
A letter of A. C. Van Raalte to Philip Phelps, on financial matters.
Meeting Minutes Of The Consistory Of The First Reformed Church, G. Wakker, William Buursma, Althea Buursma
Meeting Minutes Of The Consistory Of The First Reformed Church, G. Wakker, William Buursma, Althea Buursma
Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869
At a meeting of the consistory of the First Reformed Church at which Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte presided, it was decided "that the deacons would collect the monies owed for rental of the pews and use them in order to pay the teachers."
Meeting Minutes Of The Consistory Of The First Reformed Church, G. Wakker, William Buursma, Althea Buursma
Meeting Minutes Of The Consistory Of The First Reformed Church, G. Wakker, William Buursma, Althea Buursma
Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869
In a meeting of the congregation of the First Reformed Church at which Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte presided, the pastor requested a report of the committee raising funds for the school. The results of only one district was reported on. $15 was received for the teachers and $11 for the new building. There was no unity in the meeting about the school. Some wondered if the school was even necessary. It was proposed to raise $600 "by means of a tax personally assessed. This was approved. "...[T]he president expressed his concern whether it would be wise to continue with …
The Congregational Meeting Of The First Reformed Church, G. Wakker, William Buursma, Althea Buursma
The Congregational Meeting Of The First Reformed Church, G. Wakker, William Buursma, Althea Buursma
Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869
The congregational meeting of the First Reformed Church was opened with prayer by Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte, followed by the singing of Psalm 25.2. Apparently the school of the church was in another crisis. It was again decided to continue the school and give instruction in the Holland language. The present district teacher, C. Doering, "will be called to work in our school." Some people made financial commitments at this meeting for salary and lumber for a new building.
The Meeting Of The Board Of Regents Of The Holland Academy, Adrian Zwemer
The Meeting Of The Board Of Regents Of The Holland Academy, Adrian Zwemer
Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869
Among others, Dr. Albertus C. Van Raalte attended the meeting of the Board of Regents of the Holland Academy on this date. Asking the families of the churches in the Classis of Holland for a contribution of $1.00 per year was not working well. The ministers of the Classis will be asked to preach on the "imperative duty of our churches to sustain that institution."
Meeting Minutes Of The Consistory Of The First Reformed Church, G. Wakker, William Buursma, Althea Buursma
Meeting Minutes Of The Consistory Of The First Reformed Church, G. Wakker, William Buursma, Althea Buursma
Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869
At a meeting of the consistory of the First Reformed Church at which Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte presided, consistory decided to ask Rev. Giles Vande Wall to preach due to the absence of the pastor. [Is this the Sunday he would be preaching at Vander Meulen's installation service?] Several disagreements were aired about various matters.
It Was Reported In Ter Nagedachtenis Van Rev. Cornelius Van Der Meulen That Vander Meulen Was Installed As Pastor Of The Second Reformed Church., The Standard Printery, Henry Ten Hoor
It Was Reported In Ter Nagedachtenis Van Rev. Cornelius Van Der Meulen That Vander Meulen Was Installed As Pastor Of The Second Reformed Church., The Standard Printery, Henry Ten Hoor
Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869
It was reported in Ter Nagedachtenis van Rev. Cornelius van der Meulen that Vander Meulen was installed as pastor of the Second Reformed Church. Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte preached the sermon that morning on I Thessalonians 5.25 (page 125). The newly installed pastor preached at the afternoon service.
Meeting Minutes Of The Consistory Of The First Reformed Church, G. Wakekr, William Buursma, Althea Buursma
Meeting Minutes Of The Consistory Of The First Reformed Church, G. Wakekr, William Buursma, Althea Buursma
Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869
At a meeting of the consistory of the First Reformed Church at which Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte presided, Wiepke Diekema and his family wished to be reinstated in the church because they have left the Scottish [Presbyterian] church in South Holland [located on what is now South Washington Ave.]. The pastor of that congregation, Rev. Schepers, would not give the Diekemas a transfer of membership letter. A committee of the pastor and Elders Keppel and Wakker would make an inquiry "concerning their Christian conduct" of Rev. Schepers. The deacons inquired of the consistory whether two families are deserving of …
The Minutes Of The Board Of Regents Of The Holland Academy, Adrian Zwemer
The Minutes Of The Board Of Regents Of The Holland Academy, Adrian Zwemer
Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869
In the minutes of the Board of Regents of the Holland Academy of this date, the following members of the board were present: Rev. Philip Phelps Jr., Rev. Giles Vander Wall, Dr. Albertus C. Van Raalte, Rev. G. J. Nykerk, Rev. Herman Stobbelaar, and Rev. Adrian Zwemer, ministers; and Teunis Keppel, G. Huiser and G. Wilterdink, elders. A student was dismissed; the father of another informed the board that he could cover his son's expenses. Peter and William Moerdyk were advised to request the Classis to give a recommendation to the Board of Education of the denomination for support. The …
Rev. Pieter J. Oggel Composed A Poem On The Occasion Of Rev. Albertus And Christina Van Raalte's 25th Wedding Anniversary., Pieter J. Oggel, Nella Kennedy
Rev. Pieter J. Oggel Composed A Poem On The Occasion Of Rev. Albertus And Christina Van Raalte's 25th Wedding Anniversary., Pieter J. Oggel, Nella Kennedy
Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869
Rev. Pieter J. Oggel composed a poem on the occasion of Rev. Albertus and Christina Van Raalte's 25th wedding anniversary. Oggel was a beloved son-in-law of the Van Raalte's. He reflects on many of the Van Raalte have had in the Netherlands and in America. He prays that they may also celebrate their golden wedding anniversary in the future, an event that did not come to pass.
Letter From Dirk B. K. Van Raalte To A. C. Van Raalte, Dirk B.K. Van Raalte, Nella Kennedy
Letter From Dirk B. K. Van Raalte To A. C. Van Raalte, Dirk B.K. Van Raalte, Nella Kennedy
Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869
Dirk B. K. Van Raalte wrote to his father, Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte, who was in Pella, Iowa, at this time. (Strangely enough, Dirk writes the number 28 above the number 19.) There seems to be an indication in the letter that Mrs. Christina Van Raalte went along with the pastor to Pella. Dirk gives his father a report on what he is doing. Frank, the horse, is misbehaving in the stable. Dirk would like to receive a black silk tie for his birthday which falls on 1 March. Dirk has good handwriting but complains his writing is not …
A Letter Of A. C. V. R. To His Son, Dirk B. K., A. C. Van Raalte, Nella Kennedy
A Letter Of A. C. V. R. To His Son, Dirk B. K., A. C. Van Raalte, Nella Kennedy
Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869
A letter of A.C.V.R. to his son, Dirk B. K., admonishing him about faithful religious practices and urging him to do his schoolwork. Dirk is now 16 years old. Apparently A.C.V.R. is visiting his daughter and son-in-law, Pieter J. Oggel, who are serving the First Reformed Church of Pella. A.C.V.R. also makes mention of other Oggel family members who are living in Pella.
A Statement By B. F. Bailey About Business Dealing With Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte, B. F. Bailey
A Statement By B. F. Bailey About Business Dealing With Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte, B. F. Bailey
Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869
A statement by B. F. Bailey about business dealing with Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte. A Mr. Harrington is mentioned in the document. The month is not given at the conclusion of the document although day and year were given.
A Letter Of A. C. Van Raalte To Philip Phelps, A. C. Van Raalte
A Letter Of A. C. Van Raalte To Philip Phelps, A. C. Van Raalte
Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869
A letter of A. C. Van Raalte to Philip Phelps, about the organization of a second church in Holland, which would be English speaking. (The be-ginnings of Hope Reformed Church.) A.C.V.R. had a reservation that a second church would retard the Americanization process of the emigrant church.
Meeting Minutes Of The Consistory Of The First Reformed Church, G. Wakker, William Buursma, Althea Buursma
Meeting Minutes Of The Consistory Of The First Reformed Church, G. Wakker, William Buursma, Althea Buursma
Van Raalte Papers: 1860-1869
At a meeting of the consistory of the First Reformed Church at which Rev. Albertus C. Van Raalte presided, several young ladies were present to make their confession of faith. All were approved for membership except one who needed more catechetical instruction. This young lady, Garda Perendina Pfanstiehl, was even offered the opportunity to receive private instruction from the pastor. Members who were visited due to their lack of attendance at worship "found so many faults and shortcomings on the part of the congregation, consistory, and pastor, that they could no longer live in fellowship with the church." B. H. …