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Life and Faith of Henry Watkins in London Memoir
An 18th to 19th century obituary recounts Henry Watkins life from a reckless youth in Moorfields to a sustained ministry among prisoners in Newgate. It highlights his conversion by a street sermon, decades of religious devotion, support for Romaine, and a terminal illness in August with reflections on faith, grace, and the prospect of eternal rest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Watkins
Moorfields
Finsbury Square
Matthew Ili
Earth
Newgate
Jesus
Romaine
Blackfriars
London