George Bennard, born in 1873, was a hymn writer and preacher. He dedicated his life to both music and ministry, writing over 300 hymns and gospel songs. His music came from his deep faith and brought ...

The hymn "The Old Rugged Cross" has stood the test of time, being performed and recorded by numerous gospel and county music artists over the years since it was composed in 1913. But a museum ...

Patti Page was one of the most popular singers of the 1950s, known for her smooth voice and timeless songs. She became famous for hits such as Tennessee Waltz and How Much Is That Doggie in the Window ...

POKAGON - As the driving force with her husband, Bob, behind the Old Rugged Cross Church restoration project, Molly Shaffer knows quite a bit about the church's history. As might be expected, she's ...

"The Old Rugged Cross" was my grandfather's favorite hymn so every time we sing it I am reminded of him. I remember something funny about my Aunt Mae singing it. She did not understand all of the ...

This week I pay homage to my grandfather. His birthday occurred during Lent. His favorite hymn was always “The Old Rugged Cross”. He was a regular church attendee, but when it was time to sing this ...

When polls are taken to determine the most popular American hymns, invariably near the top of the list is "The Old Rugged Cross." It has been the most favored of the approximate 300 songs written by ...

BUCHANAN — The 2014 Tin Shop Theatre season is concluding this month with a production of the musical “The Old Rugged Cross,” which includes many old familiar hymns, through Sept. 21. Director Alice ...

Singers including Larry Gatlin & the Gatlin Brothers, The Oak Ridge Boys’ William Lee Golden and Joe Bonsall and Restless Heart’s Larry Stewart are among the artists on “Voices: Vintage Hymns with ...