2018 marks 125th anniversary of death of ‘O Little Town of Bethlehem’ writer By Joanne Sloan He is best known for writing the Christmas carol “O Little Town of Bethlehem.” Phillips Brooks (1835–1893) was an American Episcopal clergyman, sometimes called “the most famous preacher of the 19th century.” This year is the 125th anniversary of his death. He was born…
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