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Prisoners Visitation and Evening Sermon Before Execution
A minister recounts visiting two condemned men, Francis and another, who wept while hearing the gospel. Francis, a life-long offender, speaks of Sabbath-breaking and ignorance of Christ’s role. Despite doubts, he shows a desire for salvation as a planned sermon is discussed with jail authorities and parish clergy before the planned execution eve. A crowd gathers as the jailer and vicar weigh permitting the prisoners to attend a church meeting.
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Francis
Jesus Christ
Leighton
Church of England