John Ellerton

John Ellerton

English clergyman and hymnist
Date of Birth: 16.12.1826
Country: Great Britain

Content:
  1. Biography of John Ellerton
  2. Early Career
  3. Later Career and Achievements
  4. Notable Works
  5. Death

Biography of John Ellerton

John Ellerton was an English clergyman and hymnist. He was born in Clerkenwell, Middlesex, England, to George Ellerton. He studied at King William's College on the Isle of Man and Trinity College, Cambridge, where he received his bachelor's degree in 1849 and his master's degree in 1854.

Early Career

In 1850, Ellerton took holy orders and became the vicar of Easebourne, Sussex. In 1852, he moved to Brighton and in 1860, he became the chaplain and vicar of Crewe Green, a village located 30 miles southeast of Liverpool. During this time, he also took on the role of chairman of the Mechanics Institute for the Railway Company, where he reorganized the institution and turned it into one of the best educational establishments in England.

Later Career and Achievements

In addition to his administrative duties, Ellerton also found time to teach English and biblical history. He established one of the first choral associations in Midlands around the same time. In 1872, he became the incumbent of Hinstock and in 1876, he was transferred to Barnes, Surrey. However, his time in the populous area of Barnes was difficult, and he was forced to take a year-long leave to restore his shaken nerves. Upon his return, Ellerton took on a relatively small parish in White Roding, where he served until the end of his days.

Notable Works

Ellerton was best known as a hymnist, translator, and editor of various religious publications. One of his most famous works was the book "Hymns for Schools and Bible Classes," published in Brighton in 1859. He also worked with Bishop William How and other collaborators in the Society for Promoting Christian Knowledge. In 1881, he published "Notes and Illustrations of Church Hymns," a book he authored.

Death

John Ellerton passed away in Torquay, Devon, England, at the age of 66.

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