Frederick William Faber
English priest, hymnwriter, and theologian (1814–1863) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Frederick William Faber CO (28 June 1814 – 26 September 1863) was a noted English hymnwriter and theologian, who converted from Anglicanism to Roman Catholicism in 1845. He was ordained to the Catholic priesthood subsequently in 1847. His best-known work is the hymn "Faith of Our Fathers".
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Born | (1814-06-28)28 June 1814 Calverley, England |
Died | 26 September 1863(1863-09-26) (aged 49) London, England |
Alma mater | University College, Oxford |
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Known for | Founding the London Oratory |
Notable work | "Faith of Our Fathers" |
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Religion | Christianity (Anglican · Roman Catholic) |
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Congregations served | Church of St. Wilfrid, Staffordshire |
Offices held | Provost of the London Oratory (1850–1863) |
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