This collections contains the research and papers of John L. Smith, a Baptist minister studied and wrote several books on Mormonism. The papers include biographical material, notes, correspondence and articles on Mormonism and other religious subjects.

This collection includes parish registers (1873-1968), guest books (1954-1982), record of services (1947-1968), general and treasurer's correspondence (1943-1993), parish reports (1945-1978), seminarians and ordinands records (1974-1980), vestry minutes (1947-1985), and miscellaneous budget and financial records. Also includes the records of the Episcopal Church Women of St. John's (1951-1970).