Frances Ridley Havergal (1836-1879) was a renowned hymnwriter. She was born in Worcestershire, England. “When fifteen years old,” she once wrote, “I committed my soul to the Savior, and earth and heaven seemed brighter from that moment.” Highly educated, her knowledge of Hebrew and Greek, and modern languages were extensive and her hymn writing skills are celebrated to this day. About seventy-five of her hymns are in common use – including the classic “Take My Life and Let It Be.” Her popularity and influence as an author and hymn writer have increased since her death.
