Jesus, Our Friend

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When Jesus was a baby boy

Author: Elizabeth M. Shields
Tune: [When Jesus was a baby boy]
Published in 9 hymnals

Author: Elizabeth M. Shields

Shields, Elizabeth McEwen. (Camden, South Carolina, September 22, 1879--May 5, 1962, Asheville, North Carolina). She was named for her grandmother, Elizabeth McEwen of South Carolina. Director, Children's Work of the Presbyterian Board of Christian Education; Chair, children's section of what is now known as the National Council of Churches. Published many books for children, including Junior Hymns and Songs and Worship and Conduct Songs. --Tina Schneider, from information in the DNAH Archives, which includes correspondence from Elizabeth McEwen Shield's sister. Go to person page >

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First Line:	When Jesus was a baby boy
Title:	Jesus, Our Friend
Author:	Elizabeth M. Shields
Language:	English
Publication Date:	1925
Copyright:	This text is in the public domain in the United States because it was published before 1929.