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The Sweet Call

Author: Emily C. Pearson

Emily Catherine Clemons [“Clemens” or “Clemmons”] Pearson (1818-1900) Emily Catherine Clemons was an educator, author, poet, and from 1844 to 1845 a “female laborer” exhorting people to be ready for Christ’s impending return. She later continued her writing career as an abolitionist novelist and advocate for Temperance, missions, Sabbath School, and other reforms. She was noted author of numerous hymns. Michael Campbell (director of Seventh Day Adventist (NAD) archives, statistics and research) Go to person page >

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First Line: 'Tis the sweet call of mercy
Title: The Sweet Call
Author: Emily C. Pearson
Language: English
Copyright: Public Domain
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The Advent Christian Hymnal #d921

The Advent Christian Hymnal #d921
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The New Jubilee Harp #424

The New Jubilee Harp #424
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The New Jubilee Harp #424

The New Jubilee Harp #424
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