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John Chapin Thompson letter to Justin Perkins, 1827 January 23

Thompson, John C., 1804-1890

John C. Thompson letter to Justin Perkins in which Thompson responds to Perkins' letter. He remarks on Perkins' account of the prospects of religion in the eastern part of the state and writes about the honor they have of living in a time, "when Christ is riding forth in the chariot of his gospel." He agrees that something should be done to increase the standard of piety in college. Thompson also shares updates from his area and situation, noting the upcoming ordination of Daniel Crosby, his residence in a school, and his health. He mentions Hyde visiting the school and the revival in Hadley, and he says he has studied about as much as Perkins has.

John Chapin Thompson letter to Justin Perkins, 1827 January 23
Minutes of an Ecclesiastical Council meeting, 1821 June 20

Congregational Church (Conway, Mass.)

Minutes for the June 20, 1821 meeting of an Ecclesiastical Council to examine Edward Hitchcock for ordination into the gospel ministry of the Congregational Church in Conway.

Minutes of an Ecclesiastical Council meeting, 1821 June 20
Minutes of a meeting of the Church of Christ of the Congregational order, 1821 April 11

Congregational Church (Conway, Mass.)

Minutes for the April 11, 1821 meeting of the Church of Christ of the Congregational order in Conway. Among the decisions made was the decision to invite Edward Hitchcock to lead the ministry.

Minutes of a meeting of the Church of Christ of the Congregational order, 1821 April 11
Minutes of an Ecclesiastical Council meeting, 1825 October 25

Congregational Church (Conway, Mass.)

Minutes from a meeting of an Ecclesiastical Council of local reverends to discuss Edward Hitchcock's request for dismissal from his ministry, due to his state of health. After considering input from the affected parties, Hitchcock's request was granted.

Minutes of an Ecclesiastical Council meeting, 1825 October 25
Minutes of a meeting of the Congregational Church of Christ in Conway, 1821 May 28

Congregational Church (Conway, Mass.)

This document records the church appointment of Edward Hitchcock to the pastoral office of the Congregational Church of Conway, Mass.

Minutes of a meeting of the Congregational Church of Christ in Conway, 1821 May 28
Grave of 1st child of Ed. & Orra Hitchcock in Conway

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

A photograph of the grave of Edward Hitchcock, the first child of Edward and Orra White Hitchcock, who died at 22 months of age. The photo has been written on in pencil to fill in text on the gravestone that is illegible. The gravestone is located in Conway, Massachusetts. The creator of the photo caption is unknown.

Grave of 1st child of Ed. & Orra Hitchcock in Conway
Exterior view of Edward Hitchcock's Conway house

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

A photograph of the house in Conway, Massachusetts where Edward Hitchcock lived during his time as a minister in the town. An annotation on the back provides the same information.

Exterior view of Edward Hitchcock's Conway house
Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon, "Exposition of Romans X Chapter," 1825 June

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

A sermon by Edward Hitchcock discussing the tenth chapter of Romans. He goes through the chapter verse by verse, going into depth about the meaning of certain portions of these verses and expanding upon the overall meaning of the chapter. Hitchcock focuses primarily on the issue of men being zealous in their own righteousness instead of being zealous about accepting Jesus Christ. Hitchcock has noted on the first page that the sermon was delivered in Conway in May 1825.

Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon, "Exposition of Romans X Chapter," 1825 June
Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon, "Exposition of Romans IX v. 19 to end," 1825 May

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

A sermon by Edward Hitchcock discussing the ninth chapter of Romans. Hitchcock discusses the chapter beginning at verse 19 and focusing on the theme of divine sovereignty in the chapter. Hitchcock writes that some people object to God's right to choose some for salvation and not others, claiming it is unfair, but Hitchcock points out that the chapter shows people are God's creation to do with as He likes, and notes that if people lead holy lives they have nothing to fear. Hitchcock has noted on the first page that the sermon was delivered in Conway in May 1825.

Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon, "Exposition of Romans IX v. 19 to end," 1825 May
Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon, "Exposition of Romans XII Chapter," 1825 August

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

A sermon by Edward Hitchcock discussing the twelfth chapter of Romans. He goes through the chapter verse by verse, explaining certain portions of these verses, then ends with some brief remarks about the character these verses promote. Hitchcock emphasizes the importance of putting the doctrines of faith into practice and claims that this chapter of Romans contains practical truths that are applicable to everyday life. Hitchcock has noted on the first page that the sermon was delivered in Conway in May 1825.

Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon, "Exposition of Romans XII Chapter," 1825 August
Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon, 1839 May

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

A sermon by Edward Hitchcock discussing the effects of a young man's sinfulness upon his parents, and speaks metaphorically about children "murdering" their parents through their own sins. He lists several behaviors in the hypothetical son that cause distress to his parents, such as embracing religious error and neglecting personal religion. Hitchcock then addresses the youths in his congregation directly and urges them to consider their conduct and its effect on their parents. Hitchcock indicates the sermon was rewritten in 1846 and it contains many edits and additions. Hitchcock has noted the dates and locations where he delivered this sermon on the inside cover and last page.

Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon, 1839 May
Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon, "O Lord Revive My Work," 1825 February

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

A sermon by Edward Hitchcock discussing the concept of a revival of God's work. Hitchcock explains what such a revival is and is not in the first part of the sermon, then goes on to explain the consequences of such a revival, such as the conversion of sinners. In the second part of the sermon, Hitchcock discusses the motives for why a person would pray for God to revive his work. Habakkuk 3:2 is quoted. Hitchcock has noted the dates and locations where he delivered this sermon on the first page.

Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon, "O Lord Revive My Work," 1825 February
Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon, "Exposition of Romans 9th Chapter," 1825 May

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

A sermon by Edward Hitchcock discussing the ninth chapter of Romans. He goes through the chapter verse by verse, going into depth about the meaning of certain portions of these verses. Hitchcock summarizes that four main things can be learned from the chapter: first, a person must have grace to gain something from reading the chapter, second that divine sovereignty can be easily understood, third that reality coincides with the doctrine of divine sovereignty, and fourth that the chapter displays a strong motive for immediate repentance. Hitchcock has noted on the first page that the sermon was delivered in Conway in May 1825.

Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon, "Exposition of Romans 9th Chapter," 1825 May
Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1823 August 25

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock for a sermon preached at the funeral of John Wilcox, Jr. of Conway on August 25, 1823. The notes quote Isaiah 2:22 and focusing on the idea that mankind needs something to offer him support, which cannot be found in other humans but rather in God. Hitchcock especially emphasizes that mourners should turn to God for support.

Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1823 August 25
Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1822 December

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock containing notes for two sermons. The first quotes Acts 26:28 and discusses the concept of an "almost Christian," which is one who conforms to the beliefs of Christianity in most aspects but is lacking in some aspect of conviction or faith. Hitchcock also lists motivations why such a person should convert fully. The second quotes Genesis 28:17 and focuses on the Kingdom of Heaven and why it was described as dreadful in the verse. Hitchcock has noted on the third page that he preached the first sermon at Conway in December 1822.

Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1822 December
Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon, 1825 May 1

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

A sermon by Edward Hitchcock using Sodom as a metaphor for the world. Hitchcock explains that the center of the city of Sodom is where the worst sinners reside, with those guilty of lesser sins being in the nearby plains, and those who have accepted the Lord are safe on the mountain as Lot is instructed to seek the mountain in Genesis 19:17. Hitchcock lists the different types of sinners that can be found and provides reasons why these sinners do not "flee to the Saviour." He then asks his congregation to consider whether they are located in the city, on the plain, or on the safety of the mountain. Hitchcock has noted the dates and locations where he delivered this sermon on the first page.

Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon, 1825 May 1
Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon, 1825 May

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

A sermon by Edward Hitchcock discussing Jesus Christ as the foundation of salvation. Hitchcock discusses two barriers to salvation for those who do not believe in the saving power of Christ: the first, which he calls a barrier on the part of God, is that there can be no salvation without atonement; the second, which he calls a barrier on the part of man, is that there is a natural enmity in man's heart. Hitchcock thus posits that the only salvation can come through Christianity, and emphasizes that salvation does not come through attempting to find religion but through accepting Christ and acknowledging his death on the cross as the way to salvation. 1 Corinthians 3:11 is quoted. Hitchcock has noted the dates and locations where he delivered this sermon on the first page.

Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon, 1825 May
Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon, "Exposition of 7th Chapter of Romans," 1825 March

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

A sermon by Edward Hitchcock discussing the seventh chapter of Romans. He goes through the chapter verse by verse, going into depth about the meaning of certain portions of these verses. Hitchcock underscores the idea that Christians are not bound by earthly moral laws but are bound instead to the law of Christ, and states that Paul uses the chapter to show that the law of God relates not only to external conduct but also to spiritual conduct. Hitchcock has noted on the first page that the sermon was delivered in Conway in March 1825. There appears to be a portion missing from the sermon since it is not completed on the last page.

Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon, "Exposition of 7th Chapter of Romans," 1825 March
Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1825 March

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

Sermon notes by Edward Hitchcock quoting Job 14:19 and outlining a sermon about the necessity of hope to help us through life. Hitchcock has noted on the final page that he preached this sermon at the funeral of Chester Bartlett's child.

Edward Hitchcock sermon notes, 1825 March
Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon, "Exposition of Romans 6th Chapter," 1825 February

Hitchcock, Edward, 1793-1864

A sermon by Edward Hitchcock discussing the sixth chapter of Romans. He goes through the chapter verse by verse, going into depth about the meaning of certain portions of these verses. For example, Hitchcock explains the phrase "buried in baptism" in detail, and emphasizes the concept that those who have been justified by faith are incapable of performing sinful acts. At the end of the sermon Hitchcock draws several inferences from the text, including that a true child of God would not exclaim that by saying men are saved through sin alone the scriptures give an excuse to sin. Hitchcock has noted on the first page that the sermon was delivered in Conway in February 1825. There appears to be a portion missing from the sermon since it is not completed on the last page.

Edward Hitchcock unnumbered sermon, "Exposition of Romans 6th Chapter," 1825 February