Missionary Hymn

Author: James L. Nicholson

James L Nicholson United Kingdom/USA 1828-1876. Born in Ireland, he emigrated to the United States around age 25. He lived in Philadelphia, PA, worked as a postal clerk, and was a member of the Wharton Street Methodist Episcopal Church there for about 20 years, where he taught Sunday school, led singing in church, and assisted in evangelical work. This was also hymn writer, William J Kirkpatrick’s, church. Around 1871 he moved to Washington, DC, and worked as a postal clerk there. In addition to his hymn writing, he also wrote several books, one on birds and their care, one on forensic medicine. He died in Washington, DC, but was buried in Philadelphia, PA. John Perry… Go to person page >

Text Information

First Line: While we with joyful hearts unite
Title: Missionary Hymn
Author: James L. Nicholson
Language: English
Refrain First Line: Our Father, hear for Jesus' sake
Copyright: Public Domain

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Garlands of Praise #78

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Gates of Praise #143

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Gates of Praise #143

Missionary Songs #20

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Missionary Songs #20

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Songs of the Cross, for the Sabbath-school #68

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