"The Kansas City Times" (Missouri) Thursday, February 21, 1901 At the conclusion of the midweek prayer service at the Southwest Tabernacle, Twenty-first and Jefferson streets, last night the Rev. James P. O'BRIEN tendered his resignation as pastor of the church, to take effect within the next two or three months. No action was taken by the congregation. The Rev. Mr. O'BRIEN desires to accept the position of superintendent of the Sunday School and Publishing society for the states of Missouri and Arkansas. This society is one of the six boards maintained by the church in the United States and its headquarters are in Boston. Heretofore, Kansas, Missouri and Arkansas have been included in one district, which was been in charge of Superintendent W. L. SUTHERLAND. The district has been divided, Mr. SUTHERLAND taking charge of Kansas alone. Mr. O'BRIEN's decision was a surprise to the congregation, and a petition is being circulated asking him to remain. In case his resignation is not accepted, a mutual council, consisting of pastors and delegates from other churches, will be called to decide the matter, and both parties will abide by its decision. Mr. O'BRIEN took charge as pastor June 1, 1898. He is a native of Nova Scotia and came here from St. Louis. Under his pastorate the tabernacle has prospered. ====================================================== (I have no connection with this family but I'd appreciate knowing if you found this posting helpful.) [email protected] ======================================================