Jessica's First Prayer by Hesba Stretton

Jessica, an inquisitive street-urchin that must scrounge for every meal, took an interest in the coffee-stall run by Daniel. Despite Daniel's mysterious comings and goings Jessica happens upon him one night and secretly follows Daniel into a strange building where she begins an adventure that will change her life. Jessica knows little about God's love, but has a curious mind showing that a person who seeks eventually finds God. This is one of Hesba Stretton's most popular tales, a touching story first published in 1867. Illustrated.