HOPEWELL RECORDS OF THE CONSISTORY
September 1, 1857
This day Oliver E. Cobb was ordained and installed as Pastor of the church at Hopewell. Sermon by Rev. John A. Todd of Tarrytown charged to the Pastor by Rev. Mr. Date Rhinebeck, charged to the people by Rev. Mr. ____________ Glenham.
October 2, 1857
A meeting of consistory was held immediately after the services preparatory to communion. Present Abraham D. Van Wyck, Dennis Wartman, John Rapiljay and Austin H. Tapping, Elders. John V. Adriance, Peter Innbury and Rich L. Van Wyck, Deacons.
MUSIC
The standard of church music being exceedingly low, it was decided by consistory that a meeting should be held of all interested in this part of sanctuary service. To take into consideration the best means of its improvement, the time not stated. It was also decided to hold the music Monday concert in the evening instead of the afternoon in the hope of securing a larger attendance. The constitutional questions were asked and the meeting was adjourned with prayer by the president, signed O. E. Cobb.
November 1, 1857
At a meeting of the congregation the following action was taken – in as much as it has pleased God in his mysterious providence to remove by death the late beloved pastor of this church, Rev. A. Polhemus, D.D., we deem fitting in the few following resolutions to give some suitable expression to our feelings in view of this sad event. Resolved that although he had moved from among us to another field of labor, get his long continued ministry in this church and his noble, manly and Christian character that so deeply endeared him to us that we mourn his loss as that of a well tried friend; cherish his memory as that of a truly useful Pastor; and as the best prove of our sincere affection will seek to remember the words he spoke while yet with us and to prophet by his precepts and example. Resolved that while we are deeply grieved by this dispensation, we recognize therein the hand of our Father and humbly bow to the will of him who doeth all things well: and would also offer our grateful acknowledgement of that grace xx sustained our departed friend through his painful illness and rendered the closing hours of his life, not only peaceful but triumphant. Resolved that while we know there is to be a grief with which a stranger may not xx and which God only can ____________, we tendered to that bereaved families our deepest sympathies commending them to the widow’s friend and the father of the _________________ and then bringing them by the prayer of faith to that living Jesus who so clearly manifested himself to him for whom they xx, even in the bitterness of death. Resolved that we tenderly sympathize with the infant church so suddenly and severely afflicted by the loss of a pastor whose labors among them God had already blessed, commending them with all their interests to the kind shepherd and bishop of our souls. Resolved that these resolutions be preserved in the records of the church, also published in the Christian Intelligencer; and that copies be transmitted to the family of our former Pastor and to the consistory of the Third Reformed Dutch Church of Newark.
NEW MEETING MINUTES
December 4, 1857
At a meeting of consistory held after preparatory service, the following persons were applicants for admission to the church.
APPLICANTS:
On confession: William Edgar Brinkerhoff
V. B. James Storm
Kathryn Swarthout
Mary_____ Adriance
Mary Elizabeth Bates
By letter: Sara A. Brinkerhoff, wife of W. E. B. from the Methodist Church at Johnsville
RESOLUTIONS FROM NEWARK
A series of resolutions passed by the consistory of The Third Reformed Dutch Church at Newark in relation to the death of Dr. Polhemus and a note of sympathy addressed to the Consistory of Hopewell were read and the note ordered to be read in church.
SYSTEM OF CONTRIBUTION
The Pastor presented a plan for systematic benevolent contribution during the year which was approved. Under this plan the claims of the Board of Foreign Missions shall be presented in January – domestic missions in April – board of education in July and October to be left optional after asking the constitutional questions, the consistory adjourned with prayer by the President, O. E. Cobb. That was signed O. E. Cobb.
January 28, 1858
A meeting of consistory was held at the church on Monday, January 25, attended by Elders John Rapalje and Dr. Wartman; and Deacons John V. Adriance and Dr. Fouler.
ELECTION
The following persons were named as elders for the ____________ two years in xx of Dr. Wartman and Abraham D. Van Wyck, xx Albert Emmans and John P. Luyster , and as Deacons in xx of John V. Adriance and Dr. Fouler, xx William Humphrey and Erik Stockholm.
FINANCES
After much discussion in reference to the financial conditions of the church, it was resolved to call a meeting of the church for the 8th of February, to hear a statement of the affairs at present and awaken the people to the necessity of relieving the church of its indebtedness. It was further resolved to xx the sheds in the church yard at that time; and also to submit to the people the proposition to secure the services of Mr. Jackson as ______________ for the ensuing years. Adjourned with prayer. Signed O.E. Cobb, President.
March 5, 1858
Consistory assembled after the preparatory service and the following persons were examined and received as members of the church.
APPLICANTS
On confession – Edward Harris, Susan Elisa Brush (wife of A.
N. P. A. B. ???) and
By letter – Miss Sara E. Hutchings from the Seventh Presbyterian Church in New York.
CHORISTER
The consistory empowered the Pastor and Elder John Rapaljay to secure the services of Mr. Jackson of Chorister, at the rate of $100 for one year. Adjourned with prayer. Signed by O. E. Cobb, President.
April 11, 1858
CLASSICAL DELEGATE
Consistory assembled after morning service to appoint a delegate to the classes, which is to convene at Hyde Park on Tuesday, April 20. John P. Leyster, Elder was named as delegate and John Rapaljay Secundus. Signed by O. E. Cobb, President.
June 18, 1858
APPLICANTS
Consistory assembled after the preparatory service and received the application of 38 persons for admission to the church.
MEMORIAL REGADING THE GRAVEYARD
NOTE: The Pastor copied this protest under protest, not believing in the necessity or propriety of preserving such a document upon the books of the church.
The following memorial was received and ordered to be entered upon the records.
To the consistory of the
In reference to this matter, consistory passed the following resolution – that John Rapaljay, Elder be empowered to direct the sexton to refrain henceforth from pasturing cattle of any description in the graveyard.
DEPTH OF GRAVES
Also it was noted that at the same time the sexton be directed by Mr. Rapaljay to dig the graves to a depth not less than five feet.
Meeting adjourned. After the constitutional questions with prayer. Signed by O. E. Cobb, President.
September 3, 1858
Consistory assembled after preparatory service and received the applications of two persons for church membership. XX Elizabeth Wood and Samuel Thompson. The constitutional questions were asked and consistory adjourned. Signed by O. E. Cobb, President.
October 10, 1858
CLASSICAL DELEGATE
At a meeting of consistory held this day, Elder John Rapaljay was appointed delegate to the session of classes convening at Rhinebeck on the 19th xx and John Luyster was appointed ______________. Signed O. E. Cobb.
December 3, 1858
APPLICANT
Consistory met after preparatory lecture and received the application of Mrs. Julia Montfort to unite with the church in confession of her faith. Her examination was satisfactorily.
REPAIRS
The following resolution was passed – that the treasurer of this church be authorized once every year to make a thorough examination of the premises attached to this church and parsonage, and to contract for all repairs that may be found necessary; this examination to be made in the spring. The constitutional questions were asked and the meeting adjourned with prayer by O. E. Cobb, President.
December 13, 1858
MORTGAGE
A meeting of consistory was held at the parsonage to xx
financial xx resolved that Joseph F. Barnard be authorized to assign a certain
bond and mortgage given by Benjamin DeLamater on
which was originally due the sum of $2,000 and now due the sum of $1,500 with
interest from the 1st day of May last. Said
mortgage being dated
XX
Resolved that consistory and the congregation to increase the salary list in the spring to $800 in order thus to raise the whole amount of salary leaving the interest of the funds belonging to the church hereafter to discharge xx expressed; thus to avoid the constant calling upon the people for contributions to defray necessary bills. Adjourned. Signed by O. E. Cobb, President.
February 11, 1859
NOMINATIONS
A meeting of consistory was called to nominate officers for the ensuing year. The following persons were named. For elders J. A. S. B_____________ and J. N. P. Flagler in place of J. N. Rapaljay and xx H. _____________. For deacons A. B. Adriance and E. D. Harris, in place of Peter N. Berry and Rich Van Wyck.
CASE OF DISCIPLINE – A. B. Storm
The consistory were obliged to take up the case of Abraham Storm whom common report charges with drunkenness. The discussion of the case resulted in giving authority to the pastor to meet with said Storm and secure his own statement of the matter. The pastor to report at the next meeting of consistory. After discussion of financial matters and usual questions, meeting adjourned with prayer. Signed O. E. Cobb, President.
March 4, 1859
Consistory was assembled after preparatory service. A. Bloodgood Van Wyck was received to the church on confession of faith.
CASE OF DISCIPLINE – A. B. Storm
The pastor reported in the case of A. B. Storm as follows. That he had visited said Storm as authorized by consistory with a view to procure his own statement of the case, and with the hope also to procure a suitable confession of guilt and an expression of penitence as the consistory have reason to believe that Mr. S. is guilty of the charge made against him. Mr. S. denies that the charge has a shadow of foundation and expresses his readiness to maintain the same in any presence. The pastor stated also that Mr. Storm’s manner and his denial was in a tone of defiance. Throughout the whole interview, he manifested a seeming indifference to the opinion and possible action of the consistory which was highly _______. The consistory being well assured of Mr. Storm’s guilt, resolved to secure the testimony of certain persons claiming to have been witnesses. This testimony to be presented as soon as possible. Certain expressions said to have been used by Mr. Storm aggravate the case and render discipline necessary and desirable if the
…..proper testimony to his guilt can be reached and secured. Meeting adjourned with prayer. Signed by O. E. Cobb, President.
April 10, 1859
DELEGATE
The consistory were called together after morning service and appointed J.A.S. Bogardus delegate to the meeting of classes to be convened at Poughkeepsie April 19. Signed O. E. Cobb.
Chorister
P.S. Also at same date Abraham Adriance was authorized to secure Mr. Jackson for another year as chorister.
April 19, 1859
CLASSICAL REPORT
At the session of classes held at Poughkeepsie, April 19, 1859, the consistory presented the following annual report.
Number of families in congregation - 90.
Total in congregation - 450.
Number of members by last report - 204.
Received in confession - 42.
Received in certificate - 1.
Dismissed - 4.
Died - 5.
Total in communion - 238.
Baptized ________ - 11.
Baptized adults - 15.
Benevolent contributions - $302.93 as follows –
The Bible Society $98.74
Foreign Missions $70.58
Board of Education $55.25
Xx Society $69.45
Theological Seminary $ 8.88
The consistory of the Church at
…no very special or striking degree of interest has been apparent, yet these have been as one of the manifest points of the revival, a general willingness on the part of the impenitent to listen to personal appeals in the subject of religion. But until the present month, we have had occasion to lament that Christians were less engaged and less earnest and that few were coming up to the solemn _______ of Zion. Compared with the deeply impressive scenes of the last spring and summer, the religion aspects of the church has been discouraging. But with the present month, a brighter prospect seems to dawn. The spirit of God we trust is again moving upon many hearts. Several are anxiously inquiring the way to Zion and some we rejoice to know are already hoping in the Savior that these results shall be only as the drops before the __________ shower we are now encouraged to hope and pray.
By order of consistory Oliver E. Cobb, President.
NEW CONSISTORY MINUTES – JUNE 2, 1859
FINANCES
The consistory met at the parsonage the object being to ascertain the state of the church finances. The treasurer, Ellen Flagler, made an approximate report by which it appeared that Dr. Wartman’s note of $270 against the church was a debt yet unprovided for while other current indebtedness was about covered by the interest upon mortgages now due. It was in resolve that the individual members of consistory used their influence to acquaint the congregation with the exact state of affairs and so prepared the way for the speedy payment of all church debts.
Resolved, that the treasurer investigate the safety of the Chas. J. Howland mortgage in Hyde Park property upon which the interest yet remained unpaid. Resolved, that the treasurer borrow $50 from the deacons giving note. The consistory also resolved immediately to put a new fence along the road west side on the parsonage property.
Adjourned with prayer, O. E., Cobb.
THE CONSISTORY NOTES FROM JUNE 3, 1859
The consistory met after preparatory lecture and received upon examination Mrs. Sarah XX, wife of Rich. L. Van Wyck, and Anna Van Wyck.
AB. STORM
Further in the matter of AB. Storm, Jas. Bogardus was appointed with the minister to ________ upon him and secure, if possible, some expression of penitence.
Adjourned with prayer, O. E. Cobb.
NEW CONSISTORY NOTES FOR JULY 1, 1859
DISCIPLINE AB. STORM
The consistory met at the church at 2 p.m. Present Elders Bogartus, Loister, Flagler, and Emmans.
Deacons Harris and Humphries. The pastor reported
that no expression of penitence had been secured by the committee appointed to
wait upon Storm. AB. Storm having been called in to appear,
presented himself and denied the charge made against him. Peter Baldwin,
being sworn, testified that being at Stormville on the day specified he saw
Storm grossly intoxicated, lying in a sleigh inside the shed and having vomited
all over his person and the sleigh. With regard to the fact of
intoxication, he said he could not be mistaken. Further that this his
testimony did not ______________. The consistory, failing to produce any
other witnesses, and Storm offering to produce witnesses to rebut the testimony
of
Prayer, O. E. Cobb, President.
JULY 9, 1859 – CASE OF STORM CONTINUED
Consistory met pursuant to adjournment, and opened with prayer by the president. A letter from AB. Storm to Elder Bogardus was read. Declining to meet again with the consistory as he believed the consistory had made up their minds. Richard Ostrum being called as a witness deposed that being at Stormville on the day specified, he saw Storm lying intoxicated in the sleigh, that Storm as coming to consciousness acknowledged that he had been drinking too freely and expressed sorrow. That he saw Storm cleaned off in the blacksmith shop. Also, that in conversation with Monger at the tavern upon the subject, and being advised by M. Eck_____________ to keep away from his old associates, with profane language Storm professed his intention to XX whenever he fell among those boys xx. Also, Storm in a xx conversation with himself (Ostrum), used the most profane language.
CHARACTERIZING THE REPORTS
Deacon Harris reported testimony of Wm. Potter to same effect. And also that AB. Storm said at Stormville two or three days after the occurrence, that he had a lie made up which would fix that story. Elder Bogardus reported testimony of John Brumdage to same effect. Also testimony of Geo. Adriance to most profane language used by Storm in conversation with him after the day after the occurrence, and that Storm said that he meant to lie it out and said that all he wanted was to get his wife and after he should be married he did not care a d—n what became of it.
DECISION
In the light of the evidence gathered, the consistory decided that it was a most aggravated case and it was resolved that AB. Storm be suspended from church membership until he make proper acknowledgement of his fault. The president was requested to notify Mr. Storm by letter stating the points proved in evidence.
Adjourned with prayer, O. E. Cobb, President.
LETTER NOTIFYING AB. STORM OF SUSPENSION
The following is a copy of the letter:
Mr. AB. Storm
Dear Sir
It becomes my painful duty in the name of the consistory to inform you of their action in reference to the charge brought against you. All the evidence which the consistory have obtained by the testimony of several witnesses agrees in the following particulars –
The consistory acting upon this evidence were compelled with sorrow to decide that you be suspended from church membership until such time as you make proper acknowledgement of your fault. We regret deeply and sadly that duty required so great severity on our part. We commend you with xx prayers for your souls good to almighty God in the word of His grace, hoping that you will truly seek his forgiveness and lay hold upon the pure mercy of Christ.
Per order of consistory
O. E. Cobb
President
Hopewell
Consistory met after preparatory service. Mr. W. J. Williams
presented letter from
Consistory ___ after morning service, and appointed John P. Luyster delegate to the meeting of classes at Fishkill Landing October 19th , O. E. Cobb
xx 2, 1859
Consistory assembled after preparatory service. Charles Rogers admitted in confession, and Phebe ___ and Mary G. Curtis by certificate from Astoria Presbyterian Church. Constitutional questions asked. Adjourned with prayer, O. E. Cobb.
A meeting of Consistory was held at the church. The following were named as officers for the ensuing two years. Elders Abraham S. Storm and Dan ___ in place of John. P. Luyster and Abraham Emmans. Deacons William E. ___ and William Dorsett in place of William Humphrey and A. Stockholm.
xx FUND
The circular from the Board of Corporation was read asking for $90 as a proportion of our church toward the formation of a fund of $30,000 dollars to defray the annual expenses of general xx. It was resolved that we ___ in the resolution passed at the last session of classes that the board be requested to send their agent to present the subject to the people as there is an uncertainty whether the raising of this fund will relieve us from the regular annual assessment in future.
CHORISTER
Deacon Abraham Adriance was appointed to notify Mr. Jackson that his services as Chorister were desired for the coming year.
SEXTON
Elder James Bogardus was appointed to xx John Wright more particularly as to the duties of his office to wit that building [xx - break in tape???] or singing school is to be regarded as covered by his regular salary and with this understanding he is to be engaged for next year.
APPLICATION OF F.
Mr.
APPLICATION OF JOHN WRIGHT
John Wright also asked permission to enclose (for reasonable compensation) a little plot in the old burying ground. The Consistory being doubtful of their right to sell in that part of the yard adjourned the matter over to the next meeting of the Consistory.
Elder Flagler reported as to financial conditions of church: outstanding debt will be covered by interest coming in May 1st.
Adjourned with prayer by Mr. Flagler. Oliver E. Cobb, President
Consistory met after preparatory service. The following
persons were received by certificate from the Northwest Presbyterian Church in
PEWS AND GALLERY
On ___ Robert Adriance was authorized to attend to the alteration of the gallery pews to accommodate the choir.
SEXTON
Elder James Bogardus reported that John Wright was willing to serve as sexton upon the terms of the Consistory.
GRANT OF PLOT TO SEXTON
The treasurer was authorized to sell to Mr. Wright the plot for which he made application for the sum of 8 dollars.
___
In answer to questions constitutionally asked, it was alleged that William Phillips was charged “fama clamosa” with intemperance and absenting himself likewise from the public services of the church. Elder John P. Luyster was appointed to see him and inquire into the matter.
After prayer by Elder Luyster, Consistory adjourned. O. E. Cobb, President
DELEGATE
Consistory met after morning service and appointed elder John Phillips. John Phillip Flager delegate to the classical meeting at Cold Spring April 17th. John Wright submitted his resignation of the office of sexton and Consistory resolved to appoint a meeting for Monday, April 23rd to select a successor. Oliver E. Cobb
CLASSICAL REPORT
At the session of classes held at Cold Spring this date, the Consistory of Hopewell Church presented the following in report for the past year:
Number of Families - 95
Total in Congregation - 475
Members Per Last Report - 238
Received in Confession - 17
Received in Certificate - 4
Dismissed - 3
Suspended - 1
Died - 3
Total in Communion - 252
Baptized Infants - 14
Baptized Adults - 10
Catechisms - 40
Number in Biblical Instruction - 60
Number of Schools - 2
Number of Scholars Total - 115
Number of Scholars Average - 90
Benevolent Contributions - $676.38 as follows:
Foreign Missions: $110
Domestic Missions: $102.42
Board of Education: $25
Bible Society (Individual Subscriptions): $95
Yeomen’s Friend Society: $35
Tract Society (General and Individual): $89.25
Indigent Fund: $67.71
Abstract from the Ref. on state of religion
“No very special and striking manifestations of the Holy Spirit’s power have been felt in the midst of us yet during the year, the ordinary means of grace have been accompanied with an attentive interest and have been ___ with some measure of the divine blessing.” Our membership has been increased by an addition of 21, 17 of them by confession of faith. A new impulse has also been given to the spirit of Christian liberality. Female prayer meeting has been established which promises to be well sustained. Oliver E. Cobb, President.
A special meeting of the Consistory was held at the church
at
SEXTON
Isaac Van Vlack having made application for the office of sexton and being approved by the Consistory Elder Abraham S. Storm and Deacons Abraham Adriance were appointed to make arrangements with him.
CLEANING
Also the same committee to employ someone to proceed at once to cleaning the church.
CHORISTER’S SALARY
As it appeared that a considerable amount of money was lying unused in the pew chest and with no probability of being called for, the measure was authorized to take $25 to meet the deficiency in the chorister’s salary for his year of service already expired.
CHARITY
An appeal was read from Reverend Charles Whitehead in behalf of Derek DeWitt, a former member of the congregation and son of Reverend John DeWitt, deceased. The person named is represented as sick and suffering and in the greatest destitution. The pastor was authorized to lay the matter before the congregation and solicit a collection in his behalf.
COMMUNION WINE
Elder Abraham S. Storm was authorized to examine grape wine made by Abraham Brown with a view to its suitableness to be used as sacramental wine.
TREASURER’S ANNUAL REPORT
It was resolved unanimously by the Consistory that henceforth the treasurer of the church should make an annual report to the congregation after the service upon Thanksgiving Day. By this plan it was hoped that the constant misapprehensions existing with regard to the ___ affairs of the church might be guarded against. Adjourned, Oliver E. Cobb President.
___ 1, 1860
Consistory assembled after preparatory service and received
into church membership Sarah Sleight
Consistory met after preparatory service and received John Storm by confession and Mrs. Frances Berry by certificate. Constitutional questions asked and meeting adjourned with prayer by President O. E. Cobb.
F. A. BERRY’s PLOT
A special meeting of Consistory was held at the church. The Consistory reconsidered their action of February 15th in reference to F. A. Berry’s application for plot and burying ground and voted (Elder J. P. Flagler dissenting) to sell the half plot in which his children were buried ___ to the path, for the sum of $7.50.
MRS J. W. BRINCKERHOFF’s PLOT
Also that Mrs. J. W. Brinckerhoff without ground enough from the minister’s plot for the graves for herself and daughter Sarah immediately adjoining the grave of her husband.
PARSONAGE REPAIRS
Elder Abraham S. Storm and J. P. Flagler were appointed a committee to visit the parsonage and attend to the matter of repairs.
FURNACE
Elder Over___ and Deacon Abraham Adriance were appointed a committee to attend to necessary repairs upon the furnace.
COLLECTION FOR COAL
It was voted to call in the church next Sabbath for a contribution for the purchase of coal and for repairing the furnace.
Minister requested to inquire as to the habits of William Phillips and also of Anne Redmond, members of this church. Adjourned with prayer by President, O. E. Cobb.
At a meeting of Consistory held after morning service Elder
James Bogardus was appointed delegate to represent the church at the Fall meeting of classes to be held at the 2nd
After preparatory service there being but one acting elder present, Dan Oevermyser the pastor called in three members of the greater Consistory Dr. Wortman, John Rappel xx, and John Luyster who proceeded to the examination of Mrs. Andrew Jackson for admission to the church. O. E. Cobb
A meeting of Consistory was held at the parsonage at
Consistory met at the church previous to a congregational meeting called for painting the sheds. The following persons nominated for officers: Elders Dr. Wortman and O. H. Tappin Deacons: James Simpson and Edward Bogardus. Subsequently, O. H. Tappin having declined, Abraham Emmans was substituted. O. E. Cobb
Consistory assembled after preparatory lecture. Mrs. Anna Williams and Georgianne Strang were examined and received to church membership.
CHORISTER
Abraham Adriance was authorized to secure Mr. Jackson if possible, as chorister for another year. Constitutional questions were asked. Adjourned with prayer by President, O. E. Cobb
At a meeting of Consistory all the members being present but Wortman, William E. Hax___ and the pastor the following resolutions were unanimously passed.
DANCING
“Whereas the subject of dancing and
card playing has been brought into consideration by the fact that several of
our church members have participated in these amusements.”
Resolved that an expression of our opinion as officers of this church becomes
necessary, that while we do not feel authorized to pronounce dancing and card
playing necessarily sinful, yet we feel in duty bound to express ourselves
unqualifiedly opposed to those indulgences. By members of the
The Consistory were called together after morning service and Elder Abraham S. Storm was appointed delegate in the Spring meeting of classes and Dr. Wortman, secundes.
CHORISTER
James Simpson, Deacon was authorized to notify Mr. Jackson that his services as chorister would not be required any longer and Isaac Ger___ was employed in his place. O. E. Cobb
CLASSICAL REPORT
At the session of classes held at
Number of Families - 90
Received in Confession - 8
Received in Baptism - 3
Dismissed - 7
Total in Communion - 256
Baptized Infants - 4
Baptized Adults - 3
Catechisms - 40
Members in Biblical Instruction - 115
Benevolent Contributions - $553.00 as follows:
Foreign Missions: $94.50
Church at
Church at
Domestic Missions: $25.26
Board of Education: $25
for Derek DeWitt: $30
for Kansas: $20
Indigent Fund: $68.48
“The
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Consistory met after preparatory lecture. Mrs. Delia Ackerman, Anne Eliza Emmans, and Mary Robinson received on confession of faith.
SUSPENSION
The Consistory being satisfied of the intemperate habits of William Phillips, it was resolved that he be suspended from the membership of this church.
ADMONITION
Dr. Wortman was appointed a committee to ___ ee and admonish Matt H. Schmitt with relation to a recent indulgence of the same kind. These cases called out by constitutional questions. Adjourned with prayer by A. Emons, O.E. Cobb, President.
Consistory assembled after preparatory lecture.
SEXTON
Dr. Wortman was empowered to convene with Isaac Van Vlack, sexton and admonish him as to more careful performance of his duties, with discretionary power to dismiss him if he is refractory.
CENSMA MORISMA
Dr. Wortman reported that he had seen M.H. Schmitt somewhat intoxicated within a day or two. The Consistory willing to be lenient resolved to exercise a watchful care over him and to admonish him kindly of his fault.
Joseph H. Van Nostrand was also reported as being of loose habits. The pastor gave an account of an interview lately held with him in which V. N. exposed his ____ and his determination to reform. Consistory resolved to give him opportunity to retrieve his character. The meeting adjourned with prayer by Elder A. Emmans. O.E. Cobb, President.
___ber 30, 1861
Consistory met after preparatory service. William Oakley, xx Spower was received in confession of faith. The constitutional questions were asked, and the meeting adjourned with prayer by the pastor. O. E. Cobb
Consistory met after preparatory service. xx C. Manning examined and received.
OFFICERS
Officers were nominated for ensuing two year - Elders Charles Storm and William Humphrey in place of A. B. Storm, Abraham S. Storm and Dan Obermeyer. Deacons Richard Van Wyck and John xx Storm in place of William Dorsett and William E. Haxtman.
CENSMA MORISMA
Constitutional questions were asked. Dr. Wortman reinstructed to admonish J.H. Van Nostrand that for next offense he would be rigorously dealt with. The Consistory accept his present professions of penitence but think the repetitions have been to frequent to overlook such conduct again. Adourned with prayer by Dr. Wortman. O. E. Cobb, President.
Consistory met prior to morning service. xx B. Casey was examined and admitted to be baptized. O. E. Cobb.
After morning service Consistory appoints Dr. Wortman delegate to classes and William Humphrey, secundes. O. E. Cobb
CLASSICAL REPORT
At the meeting of classes held on this date at New
Hackensack, the following report was presented from the
We have to report no occasion of marked religions xx during the past year, yet there has been a few weeks passed an increasing seriousness in the congregation and several xx ____ alter salvation. The attendance at the ordinary prayer meetings has been encouraging and a greatly ___ has been manifest in the ___ of Christians for a revival of religion than for a long time previously. No communion season has passed without additions to the Church and we trust that God is preparing still better things for us.
Number of Families - 90
Received in Confession - 8
Received in Certificate - 5
Dismissed – 3
Suspended – 1
Died - 4
Total in Communion - 261
Baptised Infants - 10
Baptised Adults - 4
Catechisems - 40
Members in Biblical Instruction – 40
Sabbath Scholars - 120
Religious Contributions - $544.41 as follows:
Foreign Missions: $80.31
Domestic Missions: $34
Board of Education: $31
Am. Tract Society $151.65
for soldiers: $114.15
Bible Society: $35
Sabbath School $25
Temperance: $5.37
Consistory met after preparatory service. 4 were received on confession of faith.
BILLS
Bills were presented of John Adriance (for Robert Adriance,
deceased) which the Consistory paid individually and of
MELODEON
Consistory were called together after morning service. The application of the organist was presented to have the melodeon for private practice hired for another year. On motion of Mr. Emmans it was resolved to inquire of Mr. Cleveland in what terms the instrument could be purchased and whether he would make a deduction on account of the money paid for the rental last year. Deacon Richard Van Wyck was appointed to attend to the business. O. E. Cobb
Consistory met after preparatory lecture. All present but Elder Albert Emmans and Deacon John Thomas Storm. Frances B. Adriance was examined and received on confession. Constitutional questions were asked and the meeting adjourned after prayer by Dr. Wortman. O. E. Cobb, President
After morning service Consistory appointed William Humphrey delegate
to fall session of classes to convene at
Dr. Wortman was appointed delegate
to special meeting of classes to meet at
Consistory met after preparatory lecture. Absent Albert Emmans, Elder and James Simpson and Richard Van Wyck, Deacons. No applications for admission. Constitutional questions asked and adjourned with prayer by O. E. Cobb.
BENEVOLENT CONTRIBUTIONS
At the above meeting,
Foreign Missions – 3rd Sabbath in January
Domestic Missions – 3rd Sabbath in March
Tract Society – 3rd Sabbath in May
Board of Education – 3rd Sabbath in July
Bible Society – 3rd Sabbath in September
Board of Publication – 3rd Sabbath in November
A special meeting of the congregation was called to take into consideration the finances of the church and to re-rent the sheds for the coming two years. Albert Emmans was appointed Chairman and L. Rapalje Secretary.
DEBT
The subscription for repaying the debt amount $500 was ___ and $166 dollars raised. John S. Emmans, William Bogardus, and Peter Baldwin appointed committee to raise the balance and report to Consistory February 12th.
A special meeting of Consistory was held at the church and
opened with prayer by the pastor. Present
DEBT
Mr. Bogardus from the committee appointed by the congregation was also present and reported that he had pledges ___ his list of $398 with the promise of $30 additional in case the whole amount should be raised to within that sum. It being also understood that John S. Emmans has collected almost $80. The whole amount of the debt is found to be provided for.
OFFICERS
The Consistory then nominated officers for the ensuing two years as follows:
Elders Jacob Monfort, John P. Luyster. Deacons William Bogardus and William E. Brinckerhoff after which the meeting adjourned. O. E. Cobb.
Consistory assembled after preparatory lecture. P. DeWitt Van Wyck and his wife were examined and received. Members of Consistory instructed to obtain pledges if possible for support of Mr. Jackson as chorister while making the semi-annual collection for salary.
WIDOW’S FUND
The pastor also presented a communication from Dr. Hagman agent of classes for widow’s fund desiring an annual collection of $20 approved ___ not fixed. Constitutional questions were asked and the meeting adjourned with prayer by Dr. Wortman. O. E. Cobb.
Consistory were called together after morning service and William Humphrey, Elder was appointed delegate to classes, session of March 31st and J. Monfort, secundes.
CHORISTER
Deacon Richard Van Wyck was authorized to see Mr. DeWitt Van Wyck and ___ with him in relation to his assuming the office of chorister. O. E. Cobb.
This day John P. Luyster was appointed delegate to spring session of classes April 21st and Dr. Wortman, secundes. O. E. Cobb.
CLASSICAL REPORT
At the meeting of classes held this day at Fishkill Landing
the following report was presented from the Church at
The Consistory have no special religious interests to report and ___ interest has been felt in the temporal prosperity of the Church resulting in xx the Church entirely from indebtedness. The means of grace have also been well attended.
Number of Families - 90
Received in Confession - 7
Dismissed – 2
Died - 3
Total in Communion - 263
Baptized Infants - 6
Baptized Adults – 1
Catechisms - 40
Average of Scholars - 120
Benevolent Contributions - $350.67 as follows:
Foreign Missions: $76.14
Domestic Missions: $27
Am. Tract Society $84.70
Board of Education: $14.66
Yeomen’s Friend Society: $29.44
For soldiers: $23.50
Soldiers (additional) $39.50
Indigent Fund: $45.73
Board of Publications: $10
A special meeting of Consistory was held to take into consideration the best mode of reinvesting the money belonging to the Church. Present - Elders John P. Luyster, Jacob Monfort, Charles Storm, Deacons John Thomas Storm, William Bogardus. Absent – Elders William Humphrey, Deacons Richard Van Wyck and William E. Brinckerhoff.
CHURCH NEEDS
The Consistory believing that no other mode
was open to them of investing the $2,200 now ___ upon their hands by reason of
the payment of the mortgages in which said monies have been invested voted that
the Treasurer be instructed to purchase
Consistory was assembled after preparatory lecture.
CHORISTER
John Rapalje, Abraham I. Storm and Stockholm Baldwin were appointed a committee to canvas the congregation and secure pledges for the support of a chorister.
MELODEON
Consistory voted to purchase the melodeon now in possession of XX Van Wyck and to raise part of the amount by application to the people and part by deacons fund.
CENSMA MORISMA
Constitutional questions asked. Joseph H. Van Nostrand having again been guilty of intemperance but professing deep sorrow was permitted to have another probation of three months. Adjourned with prayer by William Humphries. Signed, O. E. Cobb
Consistory assembled after preparatory lecture. Susan L. Woodson, a member of the Baptist church, was received on confession of her faith. John Anderson and wife, also were received on confession.
GRAVEYARD
Elders Charles Storm and Jacob Montfort were appointed a committee with power to negotiate with Charles Stockholm respecting the enlargement of the graveyard, he having offered to throw into the same a strip of land 32’ wide and put the ground in order, reserving to himself the right of sale of the plot at $25 per plot.
By resolution of the Consistory, $15 was appropriated from the deacon’s fund for the Sabbath school.
CHURCH ROOF
Elder Jacob Montfort was requested with the aid of the sexton and a carpenter to make an examination of the roof of the church with reference to its repair.
Constitutional questions were asked, and the meeting was adjourned with prayer by the president, O. E. Cobb.
A special meeting of Consistory was held at the home of Jacob Montfort.
The principal object was to take measures with reference to
aiding in the endowment of
GRAVEYARD ENLARGEMENT
Elders Charles Storm and Jacob Montfort appointed at the last meeting to confer with Charles Stockholm respecting the enlargement of the graveyard reported that Mr. Stockholm had offered to move the fence and throw into the yard two tiers of plots 16’ x 8’, also to make a gravel walk between the tiers, reserving to himself the privilege of selling the plots. He was not yet ready to begin but would give the Consistory due notice.
SODDING
A resolution was adopted that hereafter all graves should be sodded. The sexton being allowed 50 cents for doing the work in addition to the regular charge for digging a grave. O. E. Cobb, President
Elder Charles Storm was this day appointed delegate to the meeting of classes to be held at Rhinebeck on the 20th. Jacob Montfort was appointed secundus. O. E. Cobb.
Consistory assembled after preparatory service. No business done. Constitutional questions asked. The pastor authorized to publish a collection for XX and taxes. Adjourned with prayer by W. Humphrey. O. E. Cobb.
Consistory met before the morning service to examine Jacob Horton for admission to the Church. O. E. Cobb.
FINANCIAL
At a special meeting of Consistory held this day, the treasurer was authorized to collect the interest due on government bonds held by the Church. O. E. Cobb.
ADDITIONS
Consistory assembled after preparatory service. Ann Aleta Wortman was examined for admission to the Church.
OFFICERS
The following persons were nominated as officers for the ensuing two years. Elders John Adriance and Albert Emmans in place of Charles Storm and William Humphrey. Deacons Thomas DeWitt Van Wyck and Charles Rogers in place of Richard D. Van Wyck and John XX Storm.
CHURCH YARD FENCES
A resolution was passed that the front walk of the burying ground should not be removed until further action by the Consistory. Constitutional questions were asked and the meeting adjourned with prayer by the President. O. E. Cobb.
Before morning service the Pastor with Elders John Luyster and Jacob Montfort examined Kathryn? Ann Mead with a view to her admission to the Church. O. E. Cobb.
A special meeting of Consistory was held this day. Present: Elders Charles Storm, Jacob Montfort and William Humphrey, also John P. Flagler, treasurer. Richard G. Van Wyck, John XX Storm, William Bogardus, and Edgar Brinckerhoff, deacons. Charles Rogers having declined to come as deacon, Thomas Storm was nominated in his place.
SHEDS
The following resolution was unanimously passed. Resolved that the 13 sheds west of the first XX be sold provided XX that the present holders be allowed to occupy them until the sheds are removed without rent to the purchasers. Resolved that the price be fixed at ten dollars a stall. Elijah Baldwin appeared in behalf of the committee desiring to purchase and paid $113 for the thirteen stalls. The President was authorized to give receipt.
FRONT WALL
Also resolved to allow the cemetery association to take the front wall of the burying ground immediately provided they would put a secure temporary fence in its place.
TREES
The Consistory decided to sell the trees in front of the burying ground. O. E. Cobb, President.
The Consistory appointed John Luyster and John Rapalje primus and secundus respectively, to represent them at the next session of classes. O. E. Cobb.
CLASSICAL REPORTS
The Consistory of Hopewell Church presented the following report to classes:
No special religious interest has occurred. The unusual number of 9 members have been removed by death. We have not been left without witness that the Lord is with us, and some are now inquiring the way to life. Not withstanding the repeated dispensations of God’s providence, much XX prevails.
Number of Families - 130
Received in Confession - 6
Received by Certificate - 0
Dismissed – 1
Died - 9
Total in Communion - 259
Baptised Infants - 13
Baptised Adults – 3
Catechisems - 40
Average Number of Scholars - 150
Benevolent Contributions - $964.36 as follows:
Foreign Missions: $77.50
Domestic Missions: $29.91
Education: $41.47
Publication Branch: $17.58
Tract Society $99.31
Bible Society $48.00
Sanitary Commision: $48.00
Soldiers Aid Society: $20.00
Indigent Fund: $57.59
Consistory assembled after preparatory lecture. The
following six persons were examined and received: Charles G. Curtis, Alfred
Storm, Elizabeth J. Watson, Ella W. Van Wyck, Delia G. Robinson, and
CENTENNIAL
Abraham X. Storm, V. W. Brinckerhoff, and John Adriance were appointed a committee with the pastor to make xxx for a centennial anniversary of the building of the church. The following resolutions were unanimously adopted.
RESOLUTIONS - DR. WORTMAN
WHEREAS it has pleased our heavenly father to remove from the midst of us by death our late co-adjustor Dennis Wortman, MD, therefore
Resolved that while we bow submissively to the will of God in this afflictive dispensation we are constrained to mourn xx over the sad vacancy which his departure leaves in this community, in this church.
Resolved, that we cordially bear testimony to the faithfulness and kindness which he so long discharged the duties of his profession and also to the Christian spirit which prompted him so often to act as a physician for the soul as well as the body.
Resolved, that we recognize the fidelity and efficiency with which he exercised every Christian trust his devotion to the interests of the church and the value of his counsel efforts not only as an elder of this Consistory but also as a representative from time to time in the various ecclesiastical events of our denomination.
Resolved, that while we sorely miss his wisdom and experience as an ally in these duties of the Christian calling, we yet recognize the goodness of God in sparing him from long illness and suffering, and transferring him at once from the discharge of his duties here to the higher duties and rewards of heaven, and that his death seems to us to have been a beautiful and appropriate close to such a life.
Resolved, that we sympathize with his afflicted family and commend them earnestly to the comforting peace of God, and that as an expression of our sympathy these resolutions be tendered to them and that they also be engraved in the records of the church.
CENSMA MORISMA
The constitutional questions were asked, and the meeting adjourned with prayer by Elder Albert Emmans. O. E. Cobb, President
Consistory assembled after preparatory lecture. John Adriance and Jacob Montfort, elders, were appointed a committee to inquire with regard to price of a new furnace for heating the church, and to report to the Consistory as soon as possible.
A bill of $7.50 for printing programs for the centennial was ordered to be paid by the treasurer.
Censma Morisma was asked. Adjourned with prayer by pastor. O. E. Cobb, President.
Consistory met after preparatory lecture. Present, two elders and three deacons. James Cornelius Emmans and wife admitted on confession, and XX Ann Romeyn-Hayt on certificate. Constitutional questions asked, and adjourned with prayer by pastor. O. E. Cobb, President.
Consistory (just in quorum) assembled after preparatory lecture. Abraham I. Storm and Charles G. Curtis were nominated for elders, and for deacons, Jacob P XX and George Storm. Constitutional questions asked and adjourned with prayer by pastor. O. E. Cobb, President.
This day were appointed as delegates to the meeting of classes at Glenham John Adriance, primarius, and Abraham I. Storm secundus. O. E. Cobb, President.
CLASSICAL REPORT
Report presented by Consistory of
Number of Families - 130
Received in Confession - 8
Received by Certificate - 1
Dismissed – 3
Died - 5
Total in Communion – 260
Baptised Infants - 7
Baptised Adults – 5
Catechisems – 40
In Bible Class - 20
Sabbath Scholars – 130
Benevolent Contributions - $697.13 as follows:
Foreign Missions: $144.04
Theological Seminary: $165.00
Tract Society: $90.00
Education: $42.65
Bible Society: $52.40
Publications: $28.65
Domestic Missions: $65.66
Christian Commission: $54.00
Union Commission: $35.00
Indigent Fund: $69.73
Consistory assembled with preparatory lecture. T. Van Wyck Brinckerhoff and James XX Horton were examined and admitted to church membership. Abraham G. Storm and John Adriance were appointed a committee to xx parsonage and see what repairs were necessary. Constitutional questions asked and adjourned with prayer by president. O. E. Cobb.
Consistory assembled after preparatory lecture. Micah Rogers and R. Cortlandt Horton were examined for admission. Constitutional questions asked and adjourned with prayer by the pastor.
Consistory assembled after preparatory lecture. The following persons were received as members on confession: Mrs. Avis Storm, Mrs. Tom Oakley, Mrs. Dr. Fowler, Mrs. Caroline XX Theodosia Emmans, Elizah Gannette Van Wyck.
Adrian Cortelyn was also received upon a statement made by
the pastor concerning interviews with her.
Mrs Hannah Greene and Mrs. John P. Adriance were received by certificate
from the Reformed Dutch Church of
SALARY OF PASTOR
Consistory met this day, present: Elders Abraham AG Storm, Mr. John Adriance, Mr. Albert Emans, and Mr. Curtis. Deacons were G. Storm. Motion was made by Mr. Curtis and seconded by Mr. Emans that our pastor should receive the sum of $1200 per annum so long as the reverend O. E. Cobb remains with us. Motion was unanimously carried. George Storm, Clerk pro tem.
Consistory assembled after preparatory lecture. Elders were nominated for XX two years. James Bogardus and John P. Flagler. For deacons, Ai Gildersleeve and XX B. Sanders. The constitutional questions were asked and prayer offered by the elder A. Emans. Consistory then adjourned. O. E. Cobb.
This day were appointed as delegates to classes, Charles G. Curtis, primarius, and Abraham T. Storm, secundus. O. E. Cobb.
CLASSICAL REPORT
Report presented to Consistory by classes at the spring
session 1866 held at Cold Spring. “While the ordinary means of grace have met
with encouraging success we have yet no special marked interest in the subject
of religion to report. We are anxiously
longing for a share in the blessing so copiously granted to our sister church
in
Number of Families - 130
Received in Confession - 11
Received on Certificate - 4
Dismissed – 2
Died - 6
Baptised Adults – 5
Baptised Infants – 5
Total in Communion – 267
Catechisems – 40
In Biblical Instruction - 20
Average Number of Scholars – 139
Benevolent Contributions - $605.54 as follows:
Foreign Missions: $165.17
Tract Society: $153.00
Bible Society: $61.75
Education: $43.00
Domestic Missions: $30.00
Indigent Fund: $128.62
PERSONS RECEIVED
Consistory assembled after preparatory lecture. All the members were present. The following persons were examined for admission to the church: John Emmans, Walter C. Johnson, John P. Montfort, Charles D. Montfort, Frances Louisa Montfort, Caroline Adriance. Deacons Ai Gildersleeve and William Bogardus were appointed to canvas the eastern half of the congregation again with a view to making up the deficiency in the salary list, so as to leave the XX for other church expenses.
COLLECTIONS
The docket of benevolent collections was changed substituting the church building fund for the board of publications in the third Sabbath of November also fixing the collection for the American Bible Society for the third Sabbath of July instead of Debt and Board of Education for the third Sabbath of September instead of July.
CORRISTER’S SALARY
Elder C. G. Curtis was authorized to take the plan of John Rapalje as collector of the corrister’s salary.
The constitutional questions were asked and the meeting adjourned with prayer by the pastor. O. E. Cobb, President
A meeting of Consistory was held at the church. All the elders and two deacons present. Mr. Curtis and Gildersleeve were authorized to see certain persons with reference to taking pews in the gallery and to report to Mr. Flagler. If their report is favorable Mr. Flagler immediately to have 6 pews altered and made comfortable for renting. O. E. Cobb.
The Consistory assembled to take measures relating to the enlargement of the church. The pastor was authorized to XX Sam Adams, builder and XX estimate of a side and rear extension. O. E. Cobb.
The Consistory assembled and the above plans were submitted by the pastor. Motion was made and carried that the members of Consistory see the individuals who have expressed a desire for pews and XX how many will purchase seats in a rear extension of the church, thereby to ascertain whether a sufficient amount may be collected upon to guarantee at least half the cost of the enlargement. O. E. Cobb, President.
The Consistory assembled after preparatory lecture. Augustus A. B XX, Mrs. Jane Ann Baldwin, and Elizabeth Leonard were examined for admission.
CHURCH ENLARGEMENT
On motion of Mr. Flagler it was unanimously resolved that the Consistory proceed forthwith to add 25 feet to the length of the church. Deacons Flagler and Gildersleeve were appointed a committee to provide specifications and bids prior to giving out the contract, and report to the Consistory on Saturday of next week. The constitutional questions were asked and the meeting adjourned with prayer by the president, O. E. Cobb.
The Consistory met this day pursuant to adjournment. Only one proposal was received for building the enlargement and the meeting accordingly adjourned until the others should be sent in. O. E. Cobb.
The Consistory again convened. All present except Elder Abraham T. Storm. Three proposals were read. One from Kannan and Brooks for $9,135.00, one from Sam Adams for $9,750.00, one from Nelson Seaman for $7,908.00. As the estimated cost was so much larger than previously anticipated, it was resolved to adjourn subject to a call of the president and to discern by general inquiry the will of the people ascertaining whether they XX the Consistory to proceed in the matter at the risk of being obliged to call on the congregation to help defray any debt that might be incurred. O. E. Cobb.
This day were appointed as delegates to classes, James Bogardus, primarius and Abraham T. Storm, secundus. O. E. Cobb.
Consistory assembled after preparatory lecture. Mary Jane Dumlof was admitted on confession of faith.
A statement of finances was made by the treasurer when it appeared that there were XX and bills for the current year amounting to about $230.00 which the Consistory had no funds to meet. It was therefore XX that the treasurer make out a statement of the same to be read from the pulpit and that the people be notified that the Consistory will call upon them for subscriptions to defray the said bills.
Censma Morisma was attended to. The pastor laid before the Consistory a call sent to him by the Reformed Dutch Church of Rhinebeck desiring to be assisted by them in deciding the question. O. E. Cobb.
A meeting of Consistory was held at the parsonage. It was resolved that power of attorney be confirmed on Mr. Flagler to collect the interest due on the XX belonging to the church. O. E. Cobb.
Consistory was assembled after preparatory lecture. Katherine Bonne was examined for admission and XX certificate was received.
OFFICERS
The following persons were nominated for officers for the ensuing two years: Elders John Anderson and Charles Storm. Deacons John Thomas Storm and P VW Brinckerhoff. Censma Morisma was had and in motion Joseph Henry Van Nostrand was suspended from the membership of the church. Adjourned with prayer by the president, O. E. Cobb.
At a meeting of Consistory held after morning service Elder John P. Flagler and John Anderson were appointed as primarius and secundus delegates to classes. O. E. Cobb.
CLASSICAL REPORT
Report presented by Consistory to classes, Spring session 1867 held at Fishkill. The Consistory can report no more than the ordinary interest in the subject of religion. During the year XX degree of liberality has been exhibited and in request to benevolent enterprises.
Number of Families - 130
Received in Confession - 11
Received on Certificate - 5
Dismissed – 2
Suspended - 1
Died - 3
Baptised Adults – 6
Baptised Infants – 8
Total in Communion – 278
In Biblical Instruction - 20
Average Number of Scholars – 130
Benevolent Contributions - $840.82 as follows:
Foreign Missions: $103.00
American Tract Society: $338.73
American Bible Society: $128.50
Board of Education: $29.00
Domestic Missions: $70.00
Indigent Fund: $96.77
Consistory met after preparatory service. Annabelle Luyster was received on confession. Constitutional questions were asked. O. E. Cobb.
FINANCIAL
A special meeting of Consistory was held at the church. This day present all the members. The bills for the repairs at the parsonage having been examined, the whole amount was found to be $1,052.00. There being several smaller outstanding debts for church expenses it was resolved to ask the people for $1,200.00. In relation to raising the money the following resolutions were adopted:
Resolved that the offer of John Anderson be accepted to loan the church the sum of $500.00 for three months in order to pay the bills of Robert XX already unpaid.
Resolved that Mr. Flagler, William Bogardus, and P VW Brinckerhoff were appointed a committee to draw up XX system of apportionment by which the whole of $1,200.00 may be raised.
Resolved that in the semi-annual collection of salary the Consistory notify the people of the state of the case and XX subscriptions to be paid by November 1.
Resolved that the pastor read a statement from the pulpit as to the necessity of the repairs and the importance of defraying the debt at once.
CHANGE OF DENOMINATIONAL NAME
The pastor presented a communication opposing the change of name. After some discussion the following resolutions offered by PVW Brinckerhoff were adopted and XX to be read from the pulpit on the next Sabbath.
Resolved, that this Consistory heartily endorses the action of the oldest Consistory of the city of New York joining with them in considering any change in our denominational name “uncalled for, unwise, and very XX to the XX, prosperity and XX the extension of the church”.
Resolved, that this Consistory will not XX resist this persistent effort, this injudicious, uncalled for and hasty action, but in view of it will stand now all the more firmly by our time honored name.
Resolved, that these resolutions be published in the XX intelligencer.
This motion was made and accepted by request of the pastor, that PVW Brinckerhoff be temporarily clerk to send these resolutions to the paper. After which, the meeting adjourned. O. E. Cobb, President.
Consistory assembled after preparatory service. Dr. George
L. Sutton was received on confession of his faith, and Mrs. Nancy Meyers in
certificate from the
A special meeting of Consistory was held this day. Present all the members. Reports having been made upon the subject of the debt it was found that about $900.00 had been subscribed. It was resolved that the Consistory endeavor to obtain the balance by application to those persons who had not borne their share of the apportionment and report three weeks from today. O. E. Cobb.
Consistory assembled after preparatory lecture. Present Elders Charles Storm, Flagler, and Anderson. Deacons Brinckerhoff and Gildersleeve. Mrs. Charles Stockholm and Mrs. Harriet XX were examined for admission and a letter of Mrs. PVW Brinckerhoff was presented. Elder Charles Storm was appointed to XX about the repairs of the shed attached to the sexton’s house. Constitutional questions were asked, and the meeting adjourned with prayer by the president. O. E. Cobb.
Consistory assembled after preparatory lecture. Present Elder Charles Storm, J.P. Flagler, and John Anderson. Deacons William Bogardus, Ai Gildersleeve, XX, Storm, and PVW Brinckerhoff, Samuel B. Ackerman, Joseph Tanner and Elizabeth Tanner were examined and received on confession. Garrison McCord, Elizah McCord, and Harriet E. Miles by letter. The following persons were nominated as officers for the ensuing two years: Elders in place of James Bogardus and John P. Flagler were John V. Adriance and Charles G. Curtis. For deacons in place of William Bogardus and Ai Gildersleeve, Adriance Storm and R.C. Horton.
FINANCIAL
The treasurer made a statement of his affairs. He was
authorized by vote to demand 7% upon the $1,000.00 mortgage now in the hands of
This day were appointed as delegates to classes Charles G. Curtis primarius, and John Anderson secundus. O. E. Cobb.
Report presented to classes:
Number of Families - 130
Received in Confession - 7
Received on Certificate - 6
Died - 4
Baptised Adults – 3
Baptised Infants – 8
Total in Communion – 287
Catechisms - 50
In Biblical Instruction - 40
Average Number of Scholars – 130
Benevolent Contributions - $763.27 as follows:
American Tract Society: $284.75
American Bible Society: $64.48
Board of Education: $31.00
Missionary House
XX
Foreign Missions: $91.54
XX Society: $45.00
Church at
Domestic Missions: $40.00
Indigent Fund: $110.04