W. J. Sparrow Simpson
W. J. Sparrow Simpson | |
|---|---|
| Chaplain of Ilford Hospital Chapel | |
| Church | Church of England |
| Province | Canterbury |
| Diocese | Chelmsford |
| In office | 1904–1952 |
| Orders | |
| Ordination | 1882 (deacon); 1883 (priest) |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 2 June 1859 London, UK |
| Died | 13 February 1952 (aged 92) Ilford, UK |
William John Sparrow Simpson (20 June 1859 – 13 February 1952) was an English Anglican priest and writer. He wrote the libretto for John Stainer's oratorio The Crucifixion (1887), several hymns, and more than fifty books. He was chaplain of Ilford Hospital Chapel from 1904 until his death.