William James Kirkpatrick

1838–1921

Composer & Lyricist

Irish-American Gospel composer and lyricist who collaborated extensively with D. B. Towner and other Gospel music figures. He contributed numerous Gospel songs to late 19th and early 20th-century American evangelical hymnals and songbooks, emphasizing accessible melodies for congregational singing.

Music composed · 9 hymns

78 For God So Loved Us 244 My Song Shall Be of Jesus 253 There's No Other Name Like Jesus 279 Only Trust Him 296 Lord, I'm Coming Home 340 Jesus Saves 534 Will Your Anchor Hold? 575 Let Your Heart Be Broken 634 Come All Christians Be Committed

Lyrics written · 2 hymns

296 Lord, I'm Coming Home 575 Let Your Heart Be Broken