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I've never lived in a stately mansion

I've never lived in a stately mansion

Author: C. S. Grogan
Published in 1 hymnal


Author: C. S. Grogan

Grogan, Carlis Saunders. (Eden, North Carolina, June 2, 1913--?). Church of God. Graduate of Lee College. Served for many years as chairman of the Music Selection Committee for Tennessee Music and Printing. Pastorates include: Rocky Mount, N.C.; Princeton, N.C.; Morgantown, N.C. Most popular songs include "Like a mighty army," "Tell me more about Jesus," and "I need no mansion." --Bob J. Neil, DNAH Archives Go to person page >

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First Line: I've never lived in a stately mansion
Author: C. S. Grogan
Refrain First Line: It's heaven to know I'm an heir with Jesus

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