This history was authorized by the Session of The Stewartsville Presbyterian Church and the material herein compiled by: Mrs Horace (Virginia) Smith and Mrs. Donald (Barbara) Cuomo

The historical information gather by Mr. George Baylor, Mrs. Willard Rinehart, Mrs. Alden Stanton, Mrs. Horace Smith, Mrs. Norman South, and Mrs. Donald Cuomo, was found on the pages of our oldest church records. These records were kept by The Reverend William Thomson, Zeruiah Hulshizer and Anna Mary Oberly and other former pastors; and have provided us with a historical sketch, togehter with other sources, to give us insight into the first 125 years of the Stewartsville Presbyterian Church.

We have endeavored to compile a brief sketch of the 125 years which has passed away since a few pious men boldly set about to erect an edifice to Almighty God. Her founders are all in their graves. She is old, yet she lives on in the bicentennial year of our nation's history. Her sons went to the field to preserve our nation from dismemberment. She is the mother of Pilgrim Presbyterian Church. How many thousands of sermons have been preached, how many souls she has received her imperfect records do not tell us. But, we thank God today for her history, for the many souls she has welcomed into the Kingdom and we pray she will do even nobler work for future generations. The CHURCH is ALIVE, PRAISE GOD!

"Now set your mind and heart to seek the Lord your God. Arise and build the sanctuary of the Load God, so that the ark of the covenant of the Lord and the holy vessels of God may be brought into a house built for the name of the Lord." I Chronicles 22:19

"He save us, not because of any works of righteousness that we have done, but because of His own pity and mercy, by the cleansing bath of the new birth and renewing of the Holy Spirit." (Titus 3:5, Amplified).

Looking to the past can be good, for we see what has preceeded us in words and in deeds. But it should also be a time when we confess anew and afresh that where we are today in our church is due, not to the good works of men which cannot save, but to the mercy of God Who can and does save us when we humble ourselves and trust solely in His goodness and not at all in our own.

But looking to the past also brings us to the present, and this booklet does just that, brings us 'up to date' in the life of the church. So we are reminded at this time what we seek to see and to have, to be and to do, in our lives as individuals and as a church, can again only be accomplished by God's Holy Spirit and not by our good works or efforts apart from His power. For it is "Not by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit, says the Load of hosts," (Zechariah 4:6). God's work can only be accomplished through God's power, and our efforts apart from His power produce nothing that counts for eternity.

So what it is that we seek as we not only look back but to the present and to the future as well? What will those who wrote the 150th Anniversary Yearbook say about th intervening years? Will they look back and see good works that are fruitless and sterile, or will they look back and see works done for Christ through the power of His Holy Spirit? What they see will be determined by each member of the church, as each one decides what place Jesus Christ will have in his or her life.

"Now to Him Who by the power at work within us is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, to Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all generations, for ever and ever. Amen" (Ephesians 3:20-21).

Sincerely in Christ, Pastor Bayley

Stewartsville derived its name from the Stewart family who settled here on land secured from King George of England in 1729. The town grew through the construction of the Morris Canal which was chartered as early as 1824. In 1850, the year our church was built, Stewartsville was a busy, thriving community of about 500 inhabitants on the post road from Easton to Morristown. The stage passed through daily carrying passengers and mail. The village had an establishment for tanning and currying hides, a brick yard, a harness factory, a manufactury of fanning mills, two blacksmith shops, three stores and the usual supply of carpenters and other mechanics and trades people.

The canal, finished in 1830, and the heavy two of four horse teams were the only means of transportation for freight, and the stagecoach or private conveyance for passengers. The nearest railroad station was Whitehouse on the Central Railroad and Morristown on the Morris and Essex Railroad.

Before the erection of our church, the folks of Stewartsville worshipped at Greenwich. The journey to Greenwich was made on foot, many people walking barefoot, carrying their shoes and putting them on before reaching the church door. Others had horses and wagons to make the trip. Records tell of a farmer who, with his team of horses and farm wagon provided the only mode of transportation for many people coming to public worship. Most had to depend on fort-nightly service held in the Academy (see page 7).

The following is a portion of the 90th Anniversary Historical Sermon preached by Reverend Mehran H. Looloian.

Text:Isaiah 9:2a "The people that walked in darkenss have seen a great light."
"What a glorious light that was when almost 200 years ago our Mother Church Old Greenwich in existence, and in the first log church, we are told that David Brainard, December 9, 1744 twice that Sabbbath. And this is what he has to say about that day in his journal:

'Lord's Day, December 9, preached both parts of the day at a place called Greenwich, in New Jersey, about ten miles from my own house. In my first discourse I had scare any warmth or affectionate longings for souls. In the intermediate season, I got among the bushes, and cried to God for pardon of my deadness; and was in anguish and bitterness, that I could not address souls with tender affection .... In the latter exercise, blessed be God, I had some fervency both in prayer and preaching; and expecially in the application of my discourse, I was enabled to adress precious souls with affection, consern and tenderness and importunity. The Spirit of God I think was there; as the effects were apparent, tears running down many cheeks!'

From such a great servant of God: David Brainard, we as a Church have received our birth 90 years ago. Today we thank God for Him and all other servants of God in Greenwich and here who have held out the light for our guidance."

Since the interests of the community called for weekly services, that matter was brought before the session of the Greenwich Church on January 1, 1850 by a motion to call a congregation meeting for conference on the subject. The proposition at the time was that the members of the Greenwich Church residing in the vicinity of Stewartsville have permission to erect a church edifice, and that an assistant or co-pastor be elected; the two pastors officiating alternately in each church. On January 30, after seveal meetings, it was decided to defer the matter for the present. The next day a meeting of the citizens was held in the Academy and it was unanimously resolved to, at once, take steps to secure a separate organization and erect a church edifice. Upwards of $2,400.00 was immediately subscribed. This resolution was strongly opposed by the session and congregation of the Greenwich Church. On March 7, 1850 a meeting of Presbytery, called for the purpose of organizing a church if the way be clear, was held in the Academy. Remonstrances from both the Session and congregation of the Greenwich Church were present, but after a full hearing, Presbytery decided almost unanimously to grant the request of the petitioners.

On May 29, 1850 the Stewartsville Presbyterian Church was organized having 76 members enrolled. At the same time Daniel Hulshizer and Robert S. Kennedy, previously elders in the Greenwich Church; Phineas Barber, previously and elder in the Mansfield Church and William J. Beers, previously and elder in the Scott's Mountain Church, where chosen elders and installed.

The lot for the building was given by John Fulmer who was not a Presbyterian and was considered the wealthiest citizen of Stewartsville. During the summer and fall of 1850 the church was built at a cost of $4,300.00 with a seating capacity of 500.

The controversy growing out of the organization of this chuch was not so easily settled. Those members of Session who had formeerly been members of Greenwich felt that unjust reflections had been made on their motives and conduct in the matter, and entered on the records of the "Mother Church", complained to Presbytery thereof and finally carried the matter to Synod. A committee was appointed in October 1851 to examine and report. The reported that "after examining all the papers, documents, and minutes, and fully hearing the Sessions of the churches of Greenwich, and Stewartsville, they are unanimously of opinion that the whole conduct of the persons who engaged in and carried out the organization of the church in Stewartsville, so far as we have been able to discover, was proper, unobjectionable and praiseworthy, and deserving of commendation, rather than censure or disapprobation." A minute to this effect was entered on Session books of both churches.

The bell, which still calls people to public worship was purchased in Philadelphia and hauled from there by a team of oxen and farm wagon by Charles Godfrey. A two horse lever power was used to saw the lumber for the building. The new church was dedicated December 10, 1850.

When the church was built in 1850, the pulpit was higher and so enclosed that, except when preaching, the minister was invisible to the congregation and the congregation invisible to him. The galleries extended to the front of the church. The choir occupied the center gallery. The pews where a center block, two side aisles with short rows of seats extending to the walls. In 1882 the first changes were made to the interior of the church. The pews were rather narrow seats with medium height backs and were placed with a center aisle and sides aisles along both outer walls of the church.

In those days it was common to pay for your seat in church. The penciled record of a meeting conducted April 15, 1893 reads: "H. H. Cline vacated seat No. 66 and took No. 30; Azaria Frey vacates No. 25 and takes No. 34 and pay $25."

The present pews where placed in 1918.

Windows were small pane, clear glass, with outside shutters which were opened only on Sunday.

The simple beauty of the Sanctuary was enhanced with the addition of ten stained glass memorial windows. The Gothic architecture is a very delicate syle of drawing and very decorative in design with rich, brilliant colors. The design of the window was made to conform of the architecture of the building.

As you enter the Sanctuary, looking to the left wall, behind the organ, is the "Guardian Angel". This memorial was given by the Armor Bearers in 1903 at a cost of $112.50

"Are they not all ministering spirits sent forth to serve, for the sake of those who are to obtain salvation?" - Hebrews 1:14 R.S.V.

The next "Anchor" was given by Mrs. Elizabeth Tinsman in memory of her brother Holloway H. Cline, June 14, 1902.

"When darkness veils His loving face, I rest on His unchanging grace. In every high and stormy gale my anchor holds within the veil." - The Presbyterian Hymnbook.

"Anchor of the soul, both sure and steadfast." - Hebrews 6:19 R.S.V.

The third window, depicting John the Apostle praying at the feet of his Master was given by Miss Charity Cline in memory of her brother Elizah A. Cline who died March 10, 1911.

"One of his disciples, whom Jesus loved, was lying close to the breast of Jesus." - John 13:23 R.S.V.

Continuing in order is the pastors' memorial. This one given by Sarah Jane and Charity Cline, dedicated in 1924. The top window pictures the cross, enriched with lillies and a crown with palm leaves meaning triumph and reward.

Names engraved on the lower part of the window; Reverend George C. Bush, May 13, 1851 - June 7, 1862; Samuel M. Studdiford, April 23, 1862 - April 22, 1866; Reverend William Laurie, June 6, 1866 - September 23, 1872; Reverend William Thomson, October 30, 1873 - April 9, 1907; Reverend James Ferguson, August 4, 1907 - June 9, 1918; Reverend Mehran H. Looloian, March 1, 1919 - October 3, 1948.

"... Be faithful unto death, and I will give you the crown of life." - Revelation 2:10 R.S.V.

Going up to the balcomy on the left is the "Holy Bible". This was presented in 1959 by Mr. & Mrs. Raymond R. Oberly, Mr. & Mrs. Ellsworth Oberly and Family, Mr. & Mrs. Donald Babcock and Family.

"Now Jesus did many other signs in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book; but these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God and that believing you may have life in His Nmae. - John 20:30,31 R.S.V.

Also in the balcony, but on the opposite side is the drawing of Mary meeting Jesus at the tomb in Gethsemane. The top of the window has two Greek symbols; Jesus, Son of God, Saviour, and Alpha and Omega.

This window given in 1959 by Mr. & Mrs. Garfield Oberly and Family in memory of his parents, sister and brother-in-law.

"Mary Magdalene went and said to the disciples 'I have seen the Load'" - John 20:18 R.S.V.

Continuing inside the Sanctuary proper: "Peace, Purity and Victory" and the lower part is the Cross with lillies given by Mrs. Annie Cline in memory of her parents, John H. and Sarah H. Boyer.

"and the dove came back to him in the evening, and lo, in her mouth a freshly plucked olive leaf." - Genesis 8:11

The eighth window shows Christ in Gethsemane; the crown of thorns, Greek lettering, I H R I, meaning Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews. This a gift of Mrs. Michael Roseberry in memory of her aunt, Mrs. Elizabeth Cline Tinsman, February 4, 1825 - Apr 1, 1917.

"And going a little father he fell on his face and prayed, "My Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me; nevertheless, not as I will, but as thou wilt." - Matthew 26:39 R.S.V.

The next drawing of the Holy Bible memorial, was given by Zeruiah Hulshizer Warne in memory of her parents, Daniel and Margaret Hulshizer Warne.

For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword ..." - Hebrews 4:12 R.S.V.

The last window shows Christ standing at the door, knocking. This was presented by John W. Cline in memory of his parents; John Cline, born January 4, 1798 and died November 30, 1881. Ruth P. Cline, born July 12, 1882 and died November 20, 1891.

"Behold, I stand at the door and knock; if anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and eat with him, and he with me. - Revelation 3:20 R.S.V.

Another change to the church is the front stairway and the raised platform for the youth choirs. This was accomplished in 1918. The area was level with the floor, with short rows of seats facing the pulpit. There were steps to the center platform on the right side near the wall. When the stairway was put in the platform was changed with the front steps as they now are.

A resolution signed by the Reverend George Bush and Elder William Beers was drawn up by the Sessions for a $500 scholarship fund for Lafayette College and was established in February of 1855. It was signed and "set over to the Session of the Stewartsville Presbyterian Church" and was known as "#II Perpetual Scholarship." The donors were Daniel Hulshizer, Robert Kennedy, Elza Hyndshaw and Hetty Kennedy "To be used and owned and controlled by the church session." It was used by the donors children and grandchildren first and then left to the discretion of the session.

A parsonage was built on a lot selected by the Reverend George C. Bush, the first pastor, in 1853. It is the fourth house west of Washington Street and Good Springs Road intersection.

The Reverend Looloian was the first minister to occupy the present manse in 1925, which is located next to the church on North Main Street. This historical setting was a typical farm of the 1900's and had been the home of Elder John C. Boyer. The parsonage was a gift from Elder Boyer to the church. The buildings comprised a corn crib, barn, bee house, chicken house and a windmill. The windmill pumped water from the creek for the fountain in the front yard of the manse and into the outside tank and the attic tank which provided the carbide lighting and water for the manse. Later a delco system was installed. John and Sarah Boyer had a private telephone line to their daughter's residence and this telephone was left in the manse when it was given to the church.

Two silver goblets and a tankard on display in the historical cabinet were used for communion until the purchase of an individual set. The latter cost $36 when purchased in 1904 and first used at a communion service in September 25, 1904. The communion set being used today was given in 1958 in memory of Elder and Mrs. Theodore Rush.

Our first communion table and the pulpit were given by the Sunday School in 1882. The chairs and settee, which were Victorian covered with red plush, the carpet, which was wool in two shades of dark red, the center chandelier and the Kerosene choir lamp were gifts. A kerosene pulpit lamp, the present communion table and pulpit furniture were given in 1917 by Elder John C. Boyer. It is believed that the baptismal font was given at this time too.

Electricity came to Stewartsville Church in 1923 and the wiring of the church and basement was the gift of one of our long time members, Annie Cline.

The appearance of the church building itself, externally, was very much the same in 1850 as it now is. At that time there were no walks at the front or side. The first walks were of flagstone with the approach to the front as you see today. The walk to the side was only as far as the Sunday School entrance. There was no roof over the entrance; the present one and the flagstone walks were placed in 1882. Concrete replaced the flagstones in 1967.

In the 1800's, the "horse and buggy day", most every church had horse sheds. There were a row of sheds, open on one side, divided into stalls large enough to accomodate a team of horses and a wagon. Each stall was paid for by the church member wishing to have shelter for his team; or a single horse and wagon to protect them from the weather during "meeting." The sheds ran parallel with the north side of the church lot and were open to the south. When automobiles become common the sheds were no longer needed and where taken down. *Hitching posts for horses were on the Church lawn [note picture of early church on cover].

Throughout early church records many reports tell of members being brought before session for questioning and properly reprimanded for "crimes". In all instances communion was with-held until the "sinner appeared before Session confessing penetience for his sin and deserved to be restored to the communion of the church."

On March 24, 1894 a meeting of the Trustees was called and a motion was made that the congregation becalled to consider the "Propriety of forming a cemetary association."

On April 21, 1894 the Trustees were authorized to transfer the cemetary grounds and it was voted in favor by ballot. On June 23, 1894 it was resolved to "adopt a common seal" with the letter "P.C." then it was also resolved that a bargain sale deed for the grave yard belonging to corporation be made to Stewartsville Cemetary Association and remains so today, 1975.

Additional land was added in 1886 - one and one half acreas for $500. Since that time, there have been several additions.

In 1887 the congregation met at the cemetary and sold plots. A 16 x 18 plot sold for $30.00 and discounts wer available and given to church members.

On November 21, 1948 it being necessary to have more room for the Sunday School classes, the Scout Hall, or the former barn from the parsonage grounds, was moved over and annexed to the rear of the church at a moving cost of $300.

In 1967 the orginal steeple of the church was in need of repair and at that time changed to the present one. Land was given joining the back of the church and parsonage property to provide a parking lot during this year.

In 1971 a change from two board form of officers of elders and trustees, to a Unicameral Board of nine members was approved by Presbytery.

During the year of 1972 the interior of the church was painted and work on the new kitchen begun. many hours of labor were done by faithful elders, wives and church members.

The historical cabinet was built in 1974 using some lumber from original church pews. During this year two extra book racks were placed on each seat.

The plaque over the Sanctuary door of the church was recently removed only to discover to our disappointment no corner stone. We are not aware of any such stone, and historical records have made no mention of one.

The Bible on display in the cabinet contains the signature of the Reverend Bush so it is assumed this Bible is the very first pulpit Bible.

The Bible is inscribed with "A sacred token from Unle and Aunt Read to A. R. and M. L. Boyd. The Illuminated Bible containing the Old and New Testament translated out of the original tongues, also the Apocrypha Harper and Brothers Publishers 1846.

In the inspired book of James we are told that a man is justified by works and not faith alone. Many have laboured tirelessly over the past 125 year and we feel moved to, at this time, pay tribute to the custodians of God's House. Scripture says: "I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of the God than dwell in the tents of wickedness." - Psalm 84:10

The silver vase in the historical cabinet was given by Miss Nellie Hoffman in menory of Mrs. Sarah Cornish.

As of October 7, 1975, the oldest living member of our church family is Miss Alice Stone who is 91 years young! She is the grandchild of Jacob and Matilda Riegel Stone, two of the original descendants, from Greenwich Church. There are five members of our church today who are the earliest descendants from the "Log Church", Greenwich.

In this history individuals have remained anonymous whenever possible because the emphasis is the CHURCH. As we look back over 125 years of Christian service, we sense humility and thanksgiving and we are reminded of the words of Christ to Peter: "I WILL BUILD MY CHURCH". - Matthew 16:18.

A Sabbath School was organized about 1819 or 1820 in the Stewart School House on the Bloomsbury Stewartsville Road a short distance south of town. The site is on the present Kenneth Hoser farm. This was the nucleus of the later church organization. Here The Reverend Mr. Sloan of Greenwich Presbyterian Church conducted his catechatical examinations. This Sabbath School continued until 1840 when it was merged into the more recently organized one which met in the Stewartsville Academy, the site of the present school on North Main Street.

The Academy was built in 1837 by a few liberal citizens and in December of the same year dedication services were condicted by the Reverend D. X. Junkin, pastor of Greenwich Presbyterian Church and the Reverend Daniel Miller, pastor of St. James Lutheran Church. From this date until the erection of a chuch edifice in 1850 the pastors of these churches preached in the Academy once in four weeks. Two objectives created the Academy: provide better education for the village children and to have a place for worship.

A union Sabbath School was organized, which continued in a flourishing condition with Elder Robert S. Kennedy as superintendent until our own school was organized in the church in 1853. The basement of our church was then completed for use as a Sabbath School.

The union school at the Academy was closed with the Presbyterians and Lutherans each organizing a Sabbath School.

In 1873 Mr. Charles D. Barber was superintendent. He was succeeded by Charles Tilton, A. P. Kinney and others until the pastor of the church was requested to take the school, who at that time was the Reverend William Thomson. There was no complete roll of teachers in the school at that time. In 1877 Reverend Thomson wrote the following, "The Sabbath School has through these years continued its beneficial work, and though susceptible of improvement, enlists the sympathies and labors of some of our best workers. We regret that fact that we have no data whereby we can estimate the number of persons who have been brought under its teachings."

Through the years the Sabbath School continued its work under the leadership of the following known superintendents: Reverend James Ferguson, Jessi W. Oberly, William W. Kinney, John H. Kinkel, Gladys Baylor, George Hardick and our present superintendent Joyce Campbell.

The following comments were found on a church bulletin dated December 25, 1924, the 74th year of our church and is believed to be Pastor Looloian's feeling: "It had been talked over for many years that we should have a room for the Beginners Department of our Sunday School and a suitable kitchen for our church. It seems almost next to impossible to accomplish it. But finally did the impossible for us and showed us the way out. Now we are enjoying the use of these rooms."

In 1948 the barn in the rear of the manse was moved to the present site, in back of the church, because growth in the town's population necessitated additional Sunday School space. The lower room was completed to accommodate the enrollment, which at that time was 142 with the average attendance of ninety.

From the 100th Anniversary Pamphlet we take the following: "Outstanding events during the year for the Sunday Schol are the celebrations at Christmas time and the observances on Children's Day. Not to be forgotten is the Annual Picnic which is a treat for young and old."

Enrollment in 1954 was 187 with an average attendance of 120. Again it was evident that more space was needed. At this time the second floor of the annex was completed through efforts of the Mr. & Mrs. Club, the cooperation of church officers, church organizations and other members. On April 3, 1955 there was a dedication service of the annex.

Through the years there is always progress and changes in educational needs and by 1968 it was realized that a different type of Sunday School space was needed. Wheels were put into motion for the greatest step forward in the history of the congregation and on March 30, 1969 the ground was broken for the new educational building. The eight classrooms, office space, pastor's study and lavatories were completed early in 1970, just 120 years after the first action to build a church on the same site!

This step in faith was accomplished through pledges, contributions and memorial monies. The fund drive was started in July 1968 with payments on the mortgage beginning March 1970. The building was actually paid for in August, 1974 costing in the neighborhood of $100,000.00. Elders Charles Apgar, over-all chairman, and James May, the treasurer.

In 1975, with the celebration of our 125 Anniversary, the financial debt of the education building has been liquidated, and was celebrated with the burning of the mortgage January 5, 1975. The present school continues to meet at 9:30 each Sunday of the year with an enrollment of 100.

Through the years many have labored for the spreading of the Gospel at Stewartsville Presbyterian Church and with prayer and faithfulness that work will continue and spread the Gospel for years to come.

Daily Vacation Bible School was started about 1929. It is held the two weeks following the closing of public school; and after the first few years we joined with the Lutheran Church for a combined Vacation Bible School. Crossing the street between the churches was a musical experience in the early days of Bible School because the children sang going back and forth.

Bible School was first held in the morning, but is now held in the evening. Average attendance is 100.

Music has always been a part of the worship service of the Stewartsville Presbyterian Church, but details on the music of the early church are sparse.

The earliest singing was accompanied by a small medodian which was brought each Sunday from the home of the choir director, Mr. Phillip S. Kase.

The first piped organ in church was purchased by the "Mite Society" organized by Mrs. Phillip Kase. A boy accompanied the choir to its platform and pumped the bellows of the organ.

After purchasing this piped organ it was discovered that no one could play it! A member of the Lutheran Church, Mr. Valentine Weller was hired to play the organ. Later a foot-pumped organ replaced that. On November 30, 1897 the old pump organ was traded in on a new Estey pump organ.

The churches first pipe organ costing $1,000.00, we dedicated on March 5, 1925 with a recital by Mr. Robert Kuebler. This was used until the present Neill Johnson organ was purchased in 1953. The dedicatory recital for this organ was played by Robert Kuebler also. In 1966 the organ was moved and enlarged. When the front of the church sanctuary was renovated in 1970, provision was made for the possible addition of more pipes in the future, under consideration now.

Some of the early organists included Mr. Phillip S. Kase; Mr. George W. Kase; Mrs Alevia Curtis; Mrs. Garner Cline; Mrs. Hazel Breen; Mrs. George Riley; Mrs. John Hartung and Mrs. James Ferguson.

Unfortunately, records of the church choirs were not kept. The church records state that the first anthem books for the choir were purchased on May 21, 1910 by Mrs. Alevia Curtis. It is known that the Presbyterian Hymnals (copyright 1874) were adopted by the congregation as books of praise on March 5, 1881. A copy of this hymnal is in the historical case in the sanctuary. In 1882 The Westminster Hymnals were brought for the church and used at Wednesday night prayer services.

Mrs. Elizabeth Budd became organist in 1923 and served until 1945. Mr. Edward T. Lloyd directed the choir for some time during that period and is remembered for the men's chorus of approximately twenty voices that sang under his leadership. Mrs. Louise Kinkel was pianist during much of this time.

The chimes in our church were given at the 90th Anniversary Celebration by Mr. and Mrs. T. Garfield Oberly of Broadway in memory of their granddaughter, Miss Geraldine Ruth Bodine.

Mrs. Lydia Gibbs was organist from 1945 until 1956 with Mrs. Evona Snyder directing the Senior Choir. The first known Junior Choir was established during the 1940's. It was directed by Mrs. Irene Snyder and later by Mrs. Dorothy Castner. In the early 1950's a Junior Choir was organized by Mrs. Doris Kobler and Mrs. Leona Babcock. These children were younger and were called the Cherub Choir. In 1956 maroon choir robes were purchased for all three choirs by organizations of the church.

Since 1956 Mrs. Jean L. South has been organist and Senior Choir Director. The present Carol Choir with children from age 4 through third grade is directed by Mrs. Barbara Cuomo and Mrs. Joyce Campbell. Mrs. Mary Ann Van Horn directs the Youth Choir which includes children from fourth grade through high school.

There is strong emphasis on congregational singing in our church of today. The Tabernacle Hymnal is used each Sunday along with the Presbyterian Hymnal to give us a wide variety of old and new hymns. With Pastor Bayley playing the piano and Mrs. South playing the organ for congregational hymns, we are becoming a "singing congregation" to the glory of God.

In 1875 the Woman's Home and Foreign Missionary Society was organized. The name was changed to 1911 to "The Woman's Home and Foreign Missionary Society." In 1880 a Home Department was added and later in 1903 the Ladies Aid. These two groups became the nucleus of the United Church Women on January 26, 1964. A great deal of valuable history is missed from the early organizations, but much was accomplished through great works of benevolence.

Our present women's organization has supported the John Hysen Educational Center in Chimayo, New Mexico; Clinton Farms; Hunterdon State School; a Korean child, U.P.W., United Church Women, and meals on Wheels, in Warren County. Presently the association has 25 active members, known as the Martha Mary Circle.

The Armor Bearers of Mission Band was formed in 1885. There were two Mission Bands; one in Stewartsville and one in New Village. This group sent regular contributions to the Missionary Board of our denomination and also did a great deal of work for local concerns. The ladies' Aid and Christian Endeavor took up their work.

Senior Christian Endeavor Society was organized in 1892 with Reverend Thomson as leader and remained active until 1964. Junior Christian Endeavor was organized February, 1916 by Reverend Ferguson. Mrs. Herbert Weller was a faithful leader. The old school clock which hangs on the wall in or Social Room, still running, was given by them. The Youth Fellowship now has taken their place and are very active. In 1956 a Senior High Group was reorganized as Senior High Westminister Fellowship. A new Junior High Westminister Fellowship Group was created. The group is now called the Youth Fellowship. They have attended a number of summer camps; have functioned as a witness team to other churches and participated in Sunday Worship Services through song and testimony. Willard Baylor, III is their leader.

In 1919 the Men's League or Brotherhood was organized by the Reverend Looloian and remained active until 1936.

In 1922 the Steadfast Class was organized by Mrs. Luella Young and Miss Elizabeth Cline. There are currently twelve active members how have supported the church and community in many ways. Mrs. Jennie Oberly's determination has kept this class active.

"Quand Meme" derived from French meaning "Anyhow or Anyway" has been active for over fifty years. Mrs. George Riley former Sunday School teacher for fifty years, was their "guiding light." There are now seven members. "Quand Meme" has contributed in many ways to the Sunday School and church and to the community.

Youth Adult Group was organized on October 10, 1949. In 1953 it was changed to Mr. and Mrs. Club. This group of married couples has been very active, raising money in many ways, as well as giving of their time and talents for the church. They remained active until 1973.

And now "My beloved brethren, be ye steadfast, unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labor is not in vain in the Lord." And may the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with this church forever.

The first pastor was George C. Bush. Unfortunately our early records do not tell us exactly when he came to Stewartsville. It is believed that Reverend Bush was here for the dedication of the church. The date of May 13, 1851 is the date of his installation.

Reverend Bush selected the location for the first manse and occupied it in the fall of 1853. He remained in Stewartsville about eleven years and during this time membership grew from 76 to 222.

The first Sacrament of the Lord's Supper was celebrated February 1, 1851. We have no record of a sermon, but it is possible that Pastor Bush assisted in this celebration.

A graduate of Princeton Seminary Mr. Bush was noted for his social graces and excellence as a pastor rather than for his power in the pulput.

During his first year as pastor he married Mary Provost of Caldwell, New Jersey. Four children were born to them during his pastorate here.

He was dismissed from this pastorate at a congregational meeting held on Monday, the sixth day of January, 1862 with a resolution of expressing "a feeling of sincere regret we have learned the intention of our pastor's relations and remove to another field of labour."

Pastor Studdiford came from the Presbyterian Church of Plainfield. He was a man of honorable ministerial ancestry.

During Dr. Studdiford's pastorate the provocative Civil War took place. "If there were differences of opinion within the congregation concerning the war, these differences were not brought into the church circle nor affect the work of promoting the Gospel." His ministry was acceptable to the people and he speaks of the congregation as "united and harmonious" and of his residence here as full of delightful memories. The session "was composed of most excellent men and our meetings were most harmonious. I found them very considerate in their demands and willing to make all allowances for my youth and inexperiences."

Fifty-nine persons were received into membership during Reverend Studdiford's pastorate. At the close of his ministry in Stewartsville membership was 253. He was, like his predecessor, a graduate of Princeton Seminary.

He was married to Mary C. Emery of Flemington on December 9, 1862.

Reverend Laurie arrived in Stewartsville fresh from his studies at Princeton. The pulpit had been vacant just six weeks prior to his call.

He was distinguished for his clear understanding of the great doctrines and his resistance to all opposition in doctrine or practice.

Mr. Laurie was a native of Scotland where he received a common school education, served four years as a shepherd and learned carpentry. When he was about 21 years of age he came to the United States making his home in Philadelphia. During this time, he experienced a "new birth" and in 1855 he returned to Scotland and was married to Martha Bailioff and then returned to Philadelphia. In 1863 he was graduated from the University of Pennsylvania and then entered seminary at Princeton. He was ordained and installed three years later in this church in Stewartsville.

Mrs. Laurie died in 1870 after a "protracted illness". She was highly esteemed in the congregation for her lovely Christian character as seen both in health and sickness. During her abode in Stewartsville she had an "unusal degree attached to herself the warm affections of the whole congregation". She left four children. Mrs. Laurie and two of her children are buried in the Presbyterian Cemetary.

After six years of ministry Reverend Laurie received sixty-one into membership on confession and twenty-four by letter. The membership at the close of his ministry was 195. Twenty-three members were dismissed to unite with the Scott's Mountain Church reorganized in 1869.

His gift of book cases to the church were brought from the old manse and these cases are now in the present manse.

Following the dismissal of Reverend Laurie, Mr. William Thomson, a native of Scotland, was ordained and installed as pastor.

Turning to Pastor Thomson we find a man who spent over a thrid of his life in the pastorate of this church. He was obviously articulate and a patient researcher. His records give us insight into the first fifty years of the church's existence, as well as history of Stewartsville and surrounding areas.

We group here several items of interest during Mr. Thomson's ministry. In 1903 the Cradle Roll was formed. Organized were: Christian Endeavor Society; Women's Home and Foreign Missionary Society and Ladies Aid Society; During his ministry, the benevelonces of the church flourished and he equated the importance of foreign missions with home missions.

In his records we learned of a "pleasant feature in the history of the Presbyterian and Lutheran churches that for many years the two congregations have united in their Sabbath evening worship, thus giving a practical exemplification of the union of believers."

"On September 23, 1873, the sorest afflication of your pastor's life came upon him, by the death of his wife, an afflication lightened indeed by the memory of her life in faith, and the assurance of her present and eternal blessedness. After a lingering illness through which she manifested the same patience and cheerfulness which had characterized her when in health, she peacefully entered into rest. She left two sons aged 14 and 11 years. By a strange coincidence, the pastor of the Lutheran Church, Reverend P. Rizer, was the next day called to suffer a like bereavement, and the wives of both lay dead in the respective parsonages."

During his ministry in Stewartsville 241 persons were received on confession of faith, 145 by letter; baptized 533 children and 120 adults; united 150 couples in marriage and conducted approximately 400 funerals. Membership at the close of his ministry was 175.

This is the story, in brief, of a shepherd whose life affected many and who was loved deeply by his flock. Fifty years of Reverend Thomson's life was in the full time service of his Saviour.

Our church celebrated its 50th Anniversary during Pastor Thomson's ministry. He preached, at great length, what came to be known as "The Historical Sermon". We close this page in the history of our former pastors with the closing comments from Reverend Thomson's historical sermon: Quoting Mr. Thomson:

Such in brief is the record of our church's history. It has had its seasons of great joy and gladness, also of humiliation and grief. Its internal history has been on the whole peaceful and happy, though it has known it share of trouble also. Human imperfections have sometimes marred the years that are gone; let us cast the mantle of charity over all such, and bury the remembrances of them out of sight. Let us kep in mind the goodness of God, and forget all human frailties except our own, remembering that the time will come when earthly troubles will be of little moment, when the all-important question will be who and what we have individually been.

God has manifestly been with this church in the past, and we believe, will be with it to the end. Though it pass through deep waters and fiery trails, He will never leave it nor forsake it. Let us then cherish its every interest, respect its sacred ordinances, labor for its truest welfare, and offer in its behalf our most earnest supplications; and thus let us endeavor to make its future holier, and in every sense richer than the past, while we each one press on unto perfection.

A letter received October 1975 from Pastor Ferguson's son has been the source of our information about this faithful servant who pastored our church for eleven years.

James Ferguson was born in Ireland of Scotch Ancestry; was educated in Belfast elementary schools; graduated from Queens College, Belfast, from the Royal University of Ireland and from Princeton Seminary in 1900.

Growth and changes in our church during his ministry have not been recorded. He was described as a strong preacher and one well liked. Membership at the termination of his pastorate here was 180.

Reverend Ferguson resigned from Stewartsville in order to enter the American Expendition Forces to serve as chaplain and Y.M.C.A. secretary in France and as U.S. Chaplain in the Government Ordinance Plant in West Virginia after the war, until accepting a call to the Buckhannon Presbyterian Church, West Virginia. During his time of overseas ministry, several young men of our congregation wer in war service.

During his retirement he was called to pastor a mission church in Ohio which grew to become one of the largest Prebyterian Churches in that state.

Reverend Ferguson died in 1942 at age 72.

Reverend Looloian was born in Diarbekir, Turkey. He was sent to the United States with his mother, three sisters and two brothers by the Armenian Government probably because of their Christian faith. He not only willingly assumed the care of providing for his mother, sisters and brother but at the same time, worked to achieve his education.

In 1919 Pastor Looloian was graduated from New York Theological Seminary and his student ministry was at Vershire Vermont. He was ordained by Columbia New York Presbytery in Tannersville in 1913 and served a year there.

Reverend Looloian came to Stewartsville on March 1, 1919. Having spent 29 years as shepherd of this flock and having with us today members who grew spiritually through the Spirit's working in Pastor Looloian's life the task of compiling a brief sketch of this servant of God is inundating. Here we have the story of a man so loved and respected by parishoners it becomes difficult to know what to pen.

His congregation extended over a wide range of territory. He was engaged as supply pastor for the Delaware Park Chapel, which under God's providence, became Trinity Presbyterian Church and in 1961 became Pilgram Presbyterian Church. Reverend Looloian conducted services at the New Village Chapel as well.

In September of 1962 Pastor Looloian was honored by this church on the occasion of the 50th Anniversary of his ordination.

Mr. Looloian's relationship with his congregation was filial. As a pastor he was through divine blessing, eminently successful. He was faithful to his Saviour, concerned about the entire church family; promoted community events and took an active part in the Newton and Lackawanna Presbyteries. He attended General Assembly and was a delegate to the Assembly several times.

Pastor Looloian believed that "example was the best sermon"" and this he carried over into his home. From a newspaper clipping we have the full contents of a sermon entitled "How To Build A Happy Home" (See bottom of Looloian's sketch for a full contents of sermon.)

"Let us build them with love; Let us build them with obedience;" (citing this to be the most neglected commandment of the present age) "Let us build our homes with prayer", warning that neglience here would cause a loss of love and obedience."

Pastor mentions a gift from the congregation that of a "touring Ford, 1920." Seven years later our congregation and Trinity gave him a Chevelete Coach. The church membership had grown from 168 to 302. Included in his 90th Anniversary Sermon: "The Every Member Canvass has been in operation since the second Sunday in March 1919 with great helpfulness and without resorting to any commercialized suppers etc."

The 75th and 90th Anniversaries were celebrated during his pastorate. He was greatly interested in Home Mission work and was chairman of that committee in Presbytery for many years.

Reverend Looloian resigned this pulpit on November 1, 1948 to accept a call to Plains, Pennsylvania.

In September of 1962 the congregation elected to bestow the honor of Pastor Emeritus on this one so loved and respected by the people of Stewartsville Presbyterian Church.

On October 25, 1968, Pastor Looloian entered into the presence of Christ.

The Reverend and Mrs. Kate Baldwin Loolian had four chuldren. Mrs. Looloian currently resides in Easton, Pennsylvania and visits and worships with the congregation on occasion.

I have fought the good fight,
I have finished the race,
I have kept the faith.

II Timothy 4:7

'Mid pleasures and places though we may roam, Be it ever so humble, there is no place like home.

It is evident then that as Spurgeon has well said, "Home is the grandest of all institutions." If we are to build happy homes we need new appreciation of the things which make them so.

1. Let us build them with love. A home without love is unconceivable. Not the domestic and sentimental love which binds folks for a time but the love of Christ which unites them together forever. "Greater love hath no man then this, that a may lay down his life for his friends." Let us not love in theory but in action.

   Ther is a story of a little girl learning to spell by imitating the sounds that animals make, spelling in this way such as dog, cat, etc., so writes Mrs. Ida Q. Moulton. Finally the teacher asked her to spell love. Quickly the little one ran to her teacher, threw her arms around her neck, kissed her and said: "We spell love that way at our house."

   "That is beautiful", the teacher replied, "but do you know other ways of spelling love?" "Yes" said the little girl, and she began to put her books away, and set the teacher's desk in order. "I spell love by helping everybody when they need me." Let us follow her example.

2. Let us build happy homes with obedience. This is themost neglected virture of the present age. And we need not blame the children and the young people for disobedience but rather let us look a little closer at ourselved as mature folks. We have insisted that the word "obey" should not occur in the marriage ceremony, thinking that by so doing we have gained a point. But alas, we have lost one of the most sacred words from the family life. If the Word of God says "Wives, submit yourselves unto your husbands, as unto the Lord," it also adds, "Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the Church, and gave Himself for it." The only way we can expect obedience from our children is the way we as parents behave ourselves in their presence. Example is the bst sermon. Unhappily we have reversed the commandment: "Children, obey your parents," to read, "Parents, obey your children."

   "Let us obey God's commandment dear Endeavorers for it is right thay we obey our parents. Let us not break the hearts of our parents by disobedience. On this Mother's Day Sunday you can give no better gift to your parents than the resolution that by grace of God you will obey them daily. Heed the words of a famous children's specialist. "When it comes to a serious illness, the child who has been taught to obey stands four times the chance for recovery that a spoiled and undiscplined child does."

3. Let us build our homes with prayer. Neglect this and you will soon forget love and obedience. Prayer rekindles our affection for each other and makes duty a pleasure. Prayer inspires us to do the impossible. Billy Sunday tells the story of a minister who was making calls. When he rang the bell of a certain home a little girl opened the door. He asked for her mother, and she asked, "Are you sick?" He said that he wasn't and she asked, "Are you hurt?" Again he said "No." Then she asked if he knew anyone sick or injured. When he replied that he did not, she said, "Then you can't see mammma, for she prays from nine to ten o'clock." It was then twenty minutes after nine, but he sat down and waited forty minutes to see her. At ten o'clock she came in with the light of glory on her face and he knew why that home was so bright; he knew why her two sons were in the theological seminary and her girl was a missionary. "All hell cannot tear a boy or girl away from a mother like that," comments Mr. Sunday.

"Home, home, sweet, sweet home" may be ours always.

A native of Perth Amboy, Mr. Bishop's father was an ordained minister and the desire for the ministry seems to have been inborn in the heart and conscience of Fred. He entered seminary before completing college and received a Master of Divinity Degree from Princeton Seminary in 1951. Pastor also holds a Bachelor of Arts from Bloomsfield College.

While pastoring at Stewartsville he married Ethel E. Cole who was a member of the Pulpit Committee that recommended him to Stewartsville. They have been blessed with three children.

His particular concern was for the youth and young adults and served as Chairman of the Young Adults Committee of Presbytery. This concern is further noted in the orgainizing of the Young Adults Group of the church on October 10, 1949 just three months after his installation here. The "firsts" of Pastor Bishoff's ministry was to erect Christmas lights on the front of the church during the season, family nights and church newsletter.

Just one year after his arrival our church celebrated a week's observance of its centennial with special morning and evening services. The Reverend George G. Horn, D.D., Synod Moderator, spoke at the concluding service and Pastor Bishoff spoke of "The Abode of God." His great desire for our church, "is that there might be a revival of spiritual interest, a dedication of hearts and lives to Christ in full surrender and a new outlook in behalf of increased benevolence."

Reverend Bishoff also served the New Village Chapel while in Stewartsville. He had held positions on many committees in the church and community among these Vice Moderator of the Maywood Presbytery.

For the past five years Pastor Bishoff has been ministering to the First Presbyterian Church of Maywood, New Jersey.

Paul Edwards was installed as the eighth pastor of Stewartsville Church on February 5, 1956 by the Presbytery of Newton. This was his first full time church.

Pastor Edwards was planning on becoming a psychologist. "After days of a strange inner turmoil, I sensed that God was somehow dealing with me. Finally, I got down on my knees and promised God that I would surrender myself to whatever He wanted me to do. Suddenly a deep conviction came that God wanted me to enter the Christian ministry. When I accepted His call, His peace filled my heart."

Like others before him, Paul was the son of a minister and his acceptance of Christ came at the tender age of 8, with his father's guidance.

He was born and grew up in California and was graduated from Pasadena City College. From 1944 to 1947 he served in the Submarine Service. Paul majored in psychology and was graduated with a B.A. from Occidental College in 1951 witha Life Membership of the National Scholarship Society, Alpha Gamma Sigma. Graduated from Fuller Theological Seminary in 1954 with a Master of Divinity Degree. He received a Master of Theology Degree from Princeton in 1956. This scholarly man of God studied at Oxford University in England and received a Master of Arts Degree in Counseling Psychology at Catholic University and completed most of the formal academic requirements for a Ph. D. Degree in 1972. He has been working as a psychologist at Patuxent Institution, a rehabilitation center for hardened sociopathic criminals.

Pastor Edwards is presently serving the River Road Presbyterian Church in Washington, D. C.

While in Stewartsville, he moderated the Greenwich Presbyterian Church. During his ministry herre, our church was in sound financial condition, there were two strong youth groups, and a vital Mr. & Mrs. Club and also a Christian Education Committee. Reverend Edwards vacated our pulpit to accept a call to Hammonton Presbyterian Church.

Born in Flint, Michigan, Earl Davis was the ninth minister to fill the Stewartsville pulput.

Earl was a high school drop-out and at the very bottom of things when he met and surrendered his life to Jesus Christ. "I prayed for God's leading in my life and found myself at the door of one school of higher learning after another until God moulded me to a point where He could start using me." He was graduated from Michigan State University.

Mr. Davis, with his wife Lucille, spend three years at Theological Seminary, University of Dubuque, Iowa where he received a Bachelor of Divinity Degree.

During Pastor Davis' ministry in Stewartsville, the United Presbyterian Women's Association and a youth fellowship were organized. He was active in the Phillipsburg Area Council of Churches and Newton Presbytery.

The Davis family left the tranquility and farm lands of Stewartsville to accept a call to an Inter-City Church in New York.

The pronoun "we" runs through his letter like a silver thread. He is, of course, referring to his wife Lucille who has been a "helper", Genesis 2:18 R.S.V., since Michigan University. They have three children and are presently serving Bainbridge and North Fork Presbyterian Churches in South Central Ohio. He writes fondly of "warm and vibrant people" and good climbing trees of Stewartsville.

Charles B. Jessen is a son of the manse and was raised in New York where his father pastored the Circleville Presbyterian Church for 35 years. His early years were church-centered since church was a family affair; his mother was organist and organized the most Christian education activities in the church. After attending a two-room school, Mr. Jessen went to Middletown High School, but finished high school at Wheaton College Academy. He was graduated from Wheaton College in 1962 with a B.A. in Sociology.

He married Alice Powers in June of 1962. A sense of call to the ministry led him to pursue his studies at Gordon Conwell Seminary in Massachusetts. On January 17, 1965 Mark David was born and in May, Mr. Jessen received his Bachelor of Divinity Degree. Pastor Jessen was ordained to the ministry in historic Old South Presbyterian Church, Newburyport, Massachusetts by the Presbytery of Northern New England.

One week later the Jessens arrived in Stewartsville. His seven year ministry here was marked by a number of developments. In March of 1969 ground was broken for a new educational wing and the building dedicated in May of 1970. New sidewalks, rebuilding of the steeple, new roof on the sanctuary, redecorating of the sanctuary, the beginning of the kitchen renovation and the American Christian School opened its doors in the new educational wing.

No minister could perhaps have been more zealous in seeking the spiritual growth of the youth of the parish than Charles Jessen.

The "noise" in the manse increased two-fold and so did the happiness with the arrivals of Stephen Charles in 1968 and Joel Christian in 1971.

"Rev" as he was fondly referred to, was called in 1972 from Stewartsville to the pastorate of the Pleasantdale Presbyterian Church in West Orange, New Jersey.

Robert Bayley was born in Pasadena, California, and grew up in the Los Angeles area. He graduated from Reseda High School in 1960. He entered Southern California College that same year, and received the B.A. Degree in Religion in 1965 and the B.A. Degree in Education and History in 1967. He later went on to receive the M.A.T. Degree in Public School Administration from Alaska Methodist University in 1970, and the three year M. Div. Degree from Princeton Theological Seminary in 1973. He also did post-graduate work at the Graduate School of Drew University in the Ph. D. Degree program.

On December 17, 1966, he married Ruth Siegrist, a native of Zurich, Switzerland. Their first child, Catherine Anne, was born on March 16, 1970, in Anchorage, Alaska. Stephen Robert followed on March 6, 1973, in Princeton, New Jersey. Their third child is due sometime around November 2, the Church Anniversary Day, and will be born in Easton, Pennsylvania.

Robert Bayley began his preaching ministry in 1961 while serving as a Missionary Intern in the Assembly of God Indian Mission on the Colorado River Indian Reservation in Arizona. He has been preaching continuously since then, and has served as an Associate Pastor in Assembly of God churches in southern California. He received his Ministerial Papers in 1961, his Ministerial License in 1964, and was Ordained in 1967. He served as a summer Pastor in The Presbyterian Church in Mille Isles, Quebec, Canada in 1971, two years as Student Assistant in the First Presbyterian Church of Orange, New Jersey, and one year as Pastor of the Siloam and Debows United Methodist Churches in central New Jersey, before his Ordination in 1973 into the United Presbyterian Church. He came to the Stewartsville church June 3, 1973.

In addition to his preaching, Robert Bayley has had a number of years experience as a teacher in California and Alaska, and he has combined his teaching experience with his preaching ministry in churches of many different denominations in a number of States, and in countries overseas as well. He personally accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior at the age of 17, and seeks to present Jesus Christ as the all-sufficient Savior in all of his preaching-teaching ministry.

Pages 27 - 31 has photos of "The Academy 1837", "The Log Church", "Manse 1975", "The Church 1975", "Sanctuary 1975", "Horse Shed", "Original Manse 1853", "Manse 1925", "Sabbath School 1975", "Educational Building", "The Board of Deacons", "Pastor Emeritus - Looloian", "The Session", "Senior Choir", "Carol Choir", "Combined Choir", "Jean South Minister of Music", "Youth Choir", "Carol Choir", "Women's Association"

"Our eyes are fixed on Jesus, on Whom faith depends from start to finish." Hebrews 12:2

125th Anniversary Communion Service
November 2, 1975 10:45 AM

Organ Prelude - "Prelude" - Franck
Call to Worship - Elder Carolyn Stanton
* Hymn: #333 (Green) - "The Church's One Foundation" - Wesley
Prayer of Invocation - Elder Donald Cuomo
Sharing for Praise and Prayer
Pastoral Prayer - Rev. Robert Bayley
Senior Choir - "Now Let Us All Praise God and Sing" - Young
Announcements - Elder Albert Baylor
Offering
Offertory - "Adagio" - Zipoli
* Doxology
* Prayer - Elder George Baylor
* Exchange of Christian Greeting
Scripture - Hebrews 11:22-28 - Elder George Van Horn
Sermon - "FAITH GOES FORWARD IN LIFE!" - Rev. Robert Bayley
Prayer - Rev. Robert Bayley
* Hymn: #241 (Red) - "Grace Greater Than Our Sins" - Towner
* Benediction - Elder George Bryan
* Organ Postlude - "Toccata in E minor" - Pachelbel
* Christian Fellowship

Flowers this morning are placed by Mrs. M.H. Looloian and family in loving memory of the Rev. Mehran H. Looloian, Pastor of this Church from 1919 to 1948

"Not by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit say the Lord of hosts." Zechariah 4:6

125th Anniversary Service
November 2, 1975 7:00 PM

Organ and Violin Prelude - "Largo" - Handel
Call to Worship - Elder Charles Apgar
* Hymn: #336 (Green) - "Christ Is Made The Sure Foundation" - Smart
* Prayer of Invocation - Rev. Roger Burkins
Greetings - Mrs. M.H. Looloian
Youth Choir - "I know He's Mine"
Greetings - Rev. Roger Burkins
Senior Choir - "Let All Things Now Living" - Davis
Greetings - Rev. Robert Bayley
Offering
Offertory - "An Air For The Trumpets" - Telemann
* Doxology
* Prayer - Elder Andrew Csordas
* Hymn: #76 (Red) "Great Is The Faithfulness" - Runyan
* Exchange of Christian Greetings
Scripture - I John 1:1-10 - Elder James May
Sermon - "THE COMMON UNCOMMON CHURCH - Rev. Charles Jessen
Prayer - Rev. Charles Jessen
* Hymn: #336 (Red) - "Take The Name Of Jesus With You" - Doane
* Benediction - Rev. Paul Hartline
* Organ Postlude - "Fugue in C Major" - Buxtehude
* Christian Fellowship

We welcome to our pulpit this evening the Rev. Charles B. Jessen, Pastor of this church from 1965 to 1973, and presently Pastor of the Pleasantdale Presbyterian Church, West Orange.

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