=== CH-P006-0001 | PDF page 1 | repository page label (unverified): none === Source: https://archive.org/details/manualofchurchin00newh/page/n1/mode/1up 1 ! m. === CH-P006-0002 | PDF page 2 | repository page label (unverified): none === Source: https://archive.org/details/manualofchurchin00newh/page/n2/mode/1up Gc 974.602 N41nei 1851585 GENEALOGY COLLECTION === CH-P006-0003 | PDF page 3 | repository page label (unverified): none === Source: https://archive.org/details/manualofchurchin00newh/page/n3/mode/1up 3 1833 01177 5712 === CH-P006-0005 | PDF page 5 | repository page label (unverified): none === Source: https://archive.org/details/manualofchurchin00newh/page/n5/mode/1up MANUAL OF THE CHURCH flabenport dongrtgalional S&idg, N E W II A YEN. THE ~~ NEV'BS ?ry Li.R.. Y KTEW II A YEN: TUTTLE, MOREHOUSE 7 , to preach regularly every Lord's day at the Chapel which then stood in Wallace Street. It being round important to connect the administration of the sacraments with the preaching of the word, the First Church of Christ in New Haven, commenced on tho Brat Sabbath in June, 1858, to celebrate the Lord's Supper once in two months at the Chapel, tho ininistor in charge and a few other regular worshipers being members of that church. The Chapel in Franklin Street, erected by members of the First Church and Society, for tho solo use of this Mission, was dedicated to tho worship of God, Feb. 11, 1859, and from that time, the congregation being freo from discomforts and annoyances incident to their first place of worship, increased till it became evident that the institution was to he permanent, and to grow into an inde- pendent parish. "With this in view, .ami to provide for a present need of some organization for collecting and disbursing money, an Ecclesiastical Society was formed, March 13, 1800. The church in the Davenport Congregational Society, was instituted by a Council convened for that purpose, April 22, 1861 === CH-P006-0011 | PDF page 11 | repository page label (unverified): 4 === Source: https://archive.org/details/manualofchurchin00newh/page/n11/mode/1up i JajhsG Brown sad Samukl EL Sbward were soon after chosen Deacons. On the 20th of May, Dcac Browm was instantly killed l>y the fall of a building on which he was at work, and his associates in the Church were over- whelmed with sorrow for the loss of a man so wise, de- vont, and exemplary, 'flic vacancy in tin; Diaconate thus occasioned, was filled by the election of FRANK \V. PARDEE. In January, 1 863, DeaC. SEWARD being in the army, the Church desired to have still another Deacon, and elected to that office Edward Gillette. Rev. EDWARD II. At waii:k was installed Pastor on the 22d day of April, 18G;5; the anniversary of the institution of the Church. === CH-P006-0013 | PDF page 13 | repository page label (unverified): 5 === Source: https://archive.org/details/manualofchurchin00newh/page/n13/mode/1up s ARTICLES OF BELIEF. o (Tli is Church publish the following Art iYlo.° as a statement of Chris- tian doctrine, which they bold and tench In their organic capacity as a Church o( Christ, without requiring us a condition of membership, that a Candidate f«h;ill fully receive, or even perfectly understand every part of it. Those who are weak in the faith should study it for their own personal groa th In knowledge, searching the Bcripturei to ace if these Btatementl accord with the Oracles of Truth. J 1, We believe that there is one only living and true God, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost, a being of every possible perfection, infinite in power, wisdom, holiness, justice, goodness and truth. 2, We believe that the Scriptures of the Old and Now Testaments are given by inspiration of God, and that they contain the only perfect rule of faith and practice. 3, We believe that God made all things for himself; and that he governs the universe according to the counsel of his own will, and that all events will be made subser- vient to his wise and benevolent designs. •1. We believe that man was created in the image of God, in a state < >f rectitude and holiness; that lie fell from that state by transgressing the divine law; and that in con- equenco of tho original BpOStacy the heart of man in his natural state is destitute of holiness and inclined to evil; and that all men, previously to regeneration, are dead in trespasses and sins. === CH-P006-0015 | PDF page 15 | repository page label (unverified): 6 === Source: https://archive.org/details/manualofchurchin00newh/page/n15/mode/1up 6 r>. We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ, who is both God ami man, lias, by hifl Bufferings and death, made atonement fur sin, ami that all who aro saved are justified wholly by grace, through the redemption which is in Christ. G. We believe that salvation is freely offered to all men, and that all arc under obligation, immediately to emhrace the gospel ; hut thai such is the depravity of the human heart, that no man will come to Christ, unless ho is led by the Spirit of I Sod. 7. We believe that all who embrace the gospel, were from the beginning chosen unto salvation, through sencti- AcatlOD of the Spirit and belief of tho truth; and that they will be kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation. 8. "We believe that there will bo a resurrection of the just and of the unjust, and a day of general judgment ; and that the wicked will go away into punishment, and the righteous into happiness, both of which will bo with- out end. 0. We believe that in this world the Lord Jesus Christ has a visible Church, the terms of admission to which are a credible evidence of regeneration, baptism, and a public profession of faith in Christ ; that the ordinances of bap- tism and the Lord's Supper are to be observed to tho end of the world; that none but members of tho visible Church have a right to the Lord's Supper, and that such, and BUCh only, have a right to dedicate their infant offspring in baptism. === CH-P006-0017 | PDF page 17 | repository page label (unverified): 7 === Source: https://archive.org/details/manualofchurchin00newh/page/n17/mode/1up ADMISSION OF MEMBERS BY PROFESSION. 0 Persons bringing satisfactory testimonials and recom- mendations from another Church, are received by vote, without their public profession Of faith and assent to tlio Covenant ; other persons become members, if no objection is offered, after they have been propounded for two weeks, by giving, in the presence of the congregation, their as- sent to the following Profession of Faith and Covenant. PROFESSION OF FAITH. You believe in God the Father, the Creator and Sov- reign Ruler of the universe; And in Jesus Christ, the Son of God, who died for us as a propitiation for sin, and rising from the dead ascended i > heaven, exalted to the right hand of the Father, as a Prince and Savior, whence he shall come to judge the world, sending the wicke d away from his presence into everlasting punishment, and receiving the righteous into eternal blessedness; And in the Holy Ghost, who by his powerful operation in tho renewal of our hearts makes the redemption by Christ effectual to salvation. Thus you believe? And in this faith you have been, or wish to be, baptized ? === CH-P006-0019 | PDF page 19 | repository page label (unverified): 8 === Source: https://archive.org/details/manualofchurchin00newh/page/n19/mode/1up 3 COVENANT. You do now enter into covenant with God, confiding in and thankfully accepting liia offer to bo your God, your Father, Redeemer and Sanctifler. You promise that with the help which he covenants to give to his people, you will endeavor to lead a life of Bobriety, righteousness and godliness, bringing into sub- jection your natural appetites and desires, cultivating a Spirit of justice and kindness toward your fellow-men, seek- ing to have daily communion with God in secret, honoring him witli filial confidence and obedience, giving up your- self and all that you have to him and his service. You promise that you will diligently attend on the wor- ship and BacramentS of the Church of Christ, that you will faithfully employ and meekly receive its discipline, and that BO long a.- you continue a member of this particular Church, you will endeavor to promote its purity, peace and usefulness. Thus you promise? Then do we, the members of this Church, likewise promise that with the help of the great Head of the Church, we will walk with you in love and helpfulness, endeav- oring to aid you in the Christian life by our prayers and fraternal watchfulness, expecting the Same offices in return. May (lod enable us to be mutually faithful in this cove- nant through Jesus Christ our Lord ; to whom be glory forever. — Amln. === CH-P006-0021 | PDF page 21 | repository page label (unverified): none === Source: https://archive.org/details/manualofchurchin00newh/page/n21/mode/1up 9 STANDING RULES. [. Persona desiring to become members of this Church on profession of faith Bhall be examined by a committee appointed for such purpose in regard u> their views of truth, and their rcligous experience ; and being approved shall Btand propounded to the congregation for two weeks. Then, ifnoobjecti >n has been offered, they may be admit- ted to membership by their public profession of faith, and assent to the covenant. II. A person bringing a dismissal and recommendation from an >ther Christian Church may be admitted to mem- bership in this Church by a vote of the brethren, without a public assent to the covenant. Testimonials, in such cases, are to be read to the Church at least, four weeks before the question is taken; and a certificate of such admission is to be forwarded to the Church from which the recommendation proceeds. III. Any member of this Church removing to another place, is expected to ask a dismission to some Christian Church at the place of his residence within one year after his removal, and neglecting to do so. may be called to ac- count in such manner as the Church may deen expedient. And if any person, having been thus admonished, shall per- severe in that neglect for another period of six months with- out giving Satisfactory reasons, then this Church may, at its discretion, declare that such member has broken his covenant, and that the obligation of the Church to watch over that member, lias ceased. IV. Certificates of recommendation and dismissal from this Church, are valid lor the term of one year from date; MPWBERRY 1 i IB3ARY I H. w AGO === CH-P006-0023 | PDF page 23 | repository page label (unverified): 10 === Source: https://archive.org/details/manualofchurchin00newh/page/n23/mode/1up 10 and members receiving them are requested to return to this Church a certificate of their reception by the Church to whom they ore recommended. V. Members of other Churches, joining with us statedly in public worship, are expected to become members of this Church; ami it' any BUCh person shall desire, for BpecioJ reasons, t<> continue to commune with this Church, lor a longer period than one year without becoming a member, it ia required that lie shall present Ins request lor such privilege, through the Pastor, or one of the Deacons. VX This Church holds it to be a most important duty, to attend watchfully to the discipline which Christ ha:] instituted in his Church. As a means to such an end, there shall he a Standing Committee chosen by ballot, who shall have the powers, and perform the duties, specified in the following articles: — 1. It shall he the duty of this committee, to inquire after all public offenses in this Church, which may come to their knowledge by complaint or otherwise. 2. In cases of private offense, when the preliminary measures prescribed in the eighteenth chapter of Mat- thew's Gospel have been taken, complaint may be mado to this committee instead of the Church. 3. It shall be the duty of the committee, to ascertain the facts in each case which may come before them, and to make report to the Church both of the facts, and of the measures proper in their opinion to be taken in the case. VII. No alteration shall be made in these Rules, or in the Articles of Belief, or in the Forms of Profession and Covenant, by whieh members are received, except by a VOte of two thirds of the brethren present at a meeting called for that purpose, Mich alterations having been pro- posed in writing at a previous meeting. === CH-P006-0025 | PDF page 25 | repository page label (unverified): 11 === Source: https://archive.org/details/manualofchurchin00newh/page/n25/mode/1up 11 HOURS OF PUBLIC WORSHIP. o By agreement among the Churches in tho City, the hoarfl of public worship on the Lord's day, aro arranged as follows : — Morning Service. — At a quarter past ten, throughout the year. Afternoon Service. — From the first Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November, inclusive, three o'clock. Through tho remainder of the year, half past two o'clock. EVENING Service. — Id the four months of shortest days, (viz: November, December, January and February,) half past six o'clock In the four months of longest days, (viz : May, June, July and August,) half past seven o'clock. Through the remainder of the year, (viz: March, April, September and October,) seven o'clock. The hours designated above, are fur tho ringing of tho bells, service commencing fifteen minutes later. Notices from tho pulpit of this Church, are to bo understood as appointing the time of commencing servico. === CH-P006-0027 | PDF page 27 | repository page label (unverified): 12 === Source: https://archive.org/details/manualofchurchin00newh/page/n27/mode/1up 12 CONGREGATIONAL SINGING. 0 The whole ooDgrcgatioo is requested to unite in the ser- vice of song, aa well as in the service of prayer. Those who are infirm, will be excused if they retain their seats while the people praise the Lord, with Psalm or Hymn; but all who have sufficient physical Btrength, should con- form to the established custom, of standing up to sing. Indolence is a hindrance to devotion in ourselves, and a clog upon the worship of others. === CH-P006-0029 | PDF page 29 | repository page label (unverified): 13 === Source: https://archive.org/details/manualofchurchin00newh/page/n29/mode/1up 13 CATALOGUE OF OFFICERS AND MEMBERS. In this Cataloguo, a name printed in italic^ following the Christian name of a female, was her maiden name. A name id a parenthesis ( ) following the name of a female, is the Christian name of her husband. The letter w, pre- ceding the husband's name, is to bo read widow. The letter e signitios that the person was received by certili- eate from another Church. PASTOR. Rev. EDWARD E. ATWATER, installed April 22, 1S0X DEACONS. Jamfs C. Brown, Samuel BL Seward, Pb \n.v w. Pardee, Edward Qillette, Chosen. 1802 1862 1802 1803 Died. 1802 STANDING COMMITTEE, Chosen. Died. Edward B. Atwater, 18G2 J ami s 0. BOOWH, 1802 1802 === CH-P006-0031 | PDF page 31 | repository page label (unverified): 14 === Source: https://archive.org/details/manualofchurchin00newh/page/n31/mode/1up 1 1 Pn lni W. Pardee, Samuel EL Seward, TU IDDEUS BEECHER, [eaag MoiiRIS, Cho«rn, 1862 1862 1862 1862 MEMBERS. The following persons, forty-six in number, constituted the Church at its organization, April 22, 1802. c Edward E. Atwater. g Rebecca H. Dana, (Edward K.) Atwater, c George II. Bartlett, c Julia A. Pan/idee, (George II.) Bartlett, c William A. Blackney, c Mary A mi Bouncy, (William A.) Blackney, c Thaddeus Beecher, 0 Maria Brookst (Thaddeus) Beecher, C Josephine Lavdl, (Hiram) Bristol, c James C. Brown, * c Ahluo A. Chamherlaif^ (w. James C.) Brown, c Janet Donelson^ (Hugh) Brown, c Elizabeth R. Norton^ (James) Burns, e Chauncey (Mark, c Esther Tryon, (Chauncey) Clark, Blhanan Dewey, c Samuel C. Farren, c Elizabeth A . Ghrk, (Samuel 0.) Farren, <• Elizabeth R. Andrew^ (George s.) Hamilton, e Charlotte L Wilaot^ (Charles P.) Hartwig, • Mfl 1. May 20, 1SC2. === CH-P006-0033 | PDF page 33 | repository page label (unverified): 15 === Source: https://archive.org/details/manualofchurchin00newh/page/n33/mode/1up lfi Q Sarah W. HtlcllOOCk, o Susan A. Smith, (George) Hotchkias, c Mary Ann Brown, (Henry) Lewis, Richard J. Kfayne, o Philip B. Miller, o banc Morris, c Mary SoutfiertOf^ (Isaac) Morris, c Jam: MarklauJ, (Eli) Morris, c Ammi Norton, o Jane M. Gridleyt (Ammi) Norton, c Oelia 13. Norton, o Frank W. Pardee, c Orilla A. Utmm\nwayt (Frank AV.) Pardee, Elizabeth Ann Benjamin^ (Win. F.) Parker, o I lan n all E. Kelsey, (Henry) Parker, Kitty Nuttt (Samuel) Pilling, c Jessie Deucltersl (John) Richardson, 0 Samuel EL Seward, c Martha W. Smith (Samuel II.) Seward, c Lois CoapeTj (w, Augustus) Smith, c Caroline S. Smith, c Abbie Johnson, (William) Taylor, c Sophia Wortendykq (Nicholas A.) Torhune, C Elizabeth Terhune, c Delia CowUy (w. Ezra) Ward, c BUen IKgginax (Robert) Woolworth. To tho abovo have been added : 1802. Ang. 3. Mary A. Farnn. (Klhanan) Dowoy, Bept 7. c Fli EL Scofield, c Jane Hitchcock, (Fli II.) Seoficld, === CH-P006-0035 | PDF page 35 | repository page label (unverified): 16 === Source: https://archive.org/details/manualofchurchin00newh/page/n35/mode/1up 16 Nov. 1. c Thomas Hamilton, c Mary Jane Mdyt (Thomas) Hamilton, o Jennio Hamilton, Dec. 7. o Julia Ann Basaett, c Edward Gillette, o Lucy A. Bweetland. 18G3. May 3. Hugh Brown, Madeline Aml.l, (w. William P.) Lewis. Whole number, - - - f>7. Present number, - - 00. [William Brust and Wilhelmina Kittltr, (William) Brnst, stand propounded, when this Catalogue goes to press, tor reception on the first Sabbath in June.]