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Large Wesleyan Methodist Bible, printed in 1857, bound in a black embossed leather cover. A handwritten inscription inside reads "Presented by John Lancaster to the trustees of the Wesleyan Methodist Congregation Bradford on the occasion of the opening of their new Church" dated "Bradford January 18--" (corner is torn off). Inside is an insert noting an announcement from M. Rutherford and containing information on the Provincial Sunday School Convention. Another insert appears to be a handwritten programme of service. Some pencil markings inside, including Psalm 80:13 written in at the end of the Old Testament. Revelations is missing.

This was the Bible presented to the Wesleyan Methodist Church of Bradford (later the Bradford United Church) by local preacher John Lancaster at the opening and dedication of the Church on January 15, 1865.

Typed document outlining a proposed organizational structure for the Bradford and Holland Landing pastoral charge with explanations of the responsibilities of each committee. The name "Stan Cairns" is handwritten in blue ballpoint pen underneath the typed words "Lay Delegate" on the second page.

Framed photograph of Rev. Dan. Norman and his wife, Mrs. Norman. Rev. Norman was a missionary in Japan, whose missionary trips were funded in part by Methodist Congregations in Bradford. He sometimes sent letters or gave presentations in the area about his work in Japan.

Writing on the back of the frame in green is partially rubbed off, with the illegible words replaced in pencil. It reads: "Rev Mr. Norman visited Schomberg in 1924 and was entertained by Mr. + Mrs. Skinner. His last visit." Additional writing underneath in pencil reads: "PICTURE OF:- REV. DAN. NORMAN & HIS WIFE, MISSIONARY TO JAPAN. SUPPORTED BY THE EPWORTH LEAGUES OF THE BRADFORD DISTRICT OF THE METHODIST CHURCH. (IN WHICH SCHOMBERG METHODIST CHURCH HAD A LARGE PART.)."

Colour photograph of Reverend Karen de Jong-Dermann taken inside the Bradford United Church by a stained glass window. Handwriting in blue ballpoint pen on the back reads: "Rev. Karen de Jong-Dermann B.A.M Div. Th.M. Minister Bradford United Church 2000-2006"

Colour photograph of Reverend Kerrie Perry taken inside the Bradford United Church by a stained glass window. Handwriting in blue ballpoint pen on the back reads: "Rev. Kerrie Perry B.A.M. Div. | Pastoral and Visitation Minister | Bradford United Church 2006."

Colour photograph of Reverend Thelma Arnott taken inside the Bradford United Church by a stained glass window. Handwriting in blue ballpoint pen on the back reads: "Rev. Thelma Arnott Minister Bradford United Church 2006/2007"

Typed programme for the induction service for Rev. Henry Dahlin to the Simcoe Presbytery. Includes edits in marker and ballpoint pen.

Copy of a sketch of the site plan of a proposed addition to the Bradford United Church, dated November 22 1979. A few handwritten notes are written in ballpoint pen. This is likely the sketch mentioned in the Application for Minor Variance included in the same donation.

Typed speech written by M. Irene Turner for the Senior Citizens Service at the Bradford United Church on June 27, 1993. The speech includes information on Margaret Irene Turner's involvement with the Church and on the memorial stained glass window made in honour of Clarence Edgar Brown.

Typed speech given by Margaret Irene Turner for Sunday Service at the Bradford United Church on June 25, 1995, including mentions of her family's involvement with the Methodist Church at Mount Pleasant and a story about "Caroline's quilt." Includes an attached handwritten "sequel" written and signed by Margaret Irene Turner, expanding on the story of the quilt.