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Jesus Is Calling

Author: Frank A. Simpkins

Simpkins, Frank Addison. (Ashterville County, Ohio, June 8, 1870--March 4, 1939, Riverside, California). His childhood home was in the vicinity of the homes of other well-known hymn writers: Philip P. Bliss, James McGranahan and Charles C. Case. These, no doubt, influenced young Frank Simpkins. His schooling included a time at the Preparatory School, Hiram College. He was a member of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and traveled for a time with an evangelist. He wrote a number of hymns during the early 1900s. He entered the field of education and taught in Ohio: 1915-1916, Kinsman Township School; Music Director, 1916-1924; Assistant County Superintendent and Supervisor of Band and Orchestra in Trumbull County, 1924-1928; Music Di… Go to person page >

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Text Information

First Line: Lovingly now the Savior is calling
Title: Jesus Is Calling
Author: Frank A. Simpkins
Language: English
Refrain First Line: Jesus is calling, lovingly calling
Copyright: Public Domain
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Choice Songs #70

Choice Songs #70

Uplifting Songs, New and Old #d109

Uplifting Songs, New and Old #d109
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