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 ...

Call 231-832-3053 for information. Memories of George Bennard Bennard traveled the nation as composer of “The Old Rugged Cross.” Millions sang his song. But his home base was in Michigan ...

The Old Rugged Cross by Patti Page is a soft and touching version of the classic hymn. Her calm and beautiful voice brings a peaceful feeling to the song. It talks about faith, hope, and love ...

As Easter Sunday approaches, there’s no dearth of songs that poignantly celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. From such country music classics as “The Old Rugged Cross” to more ...

"There was total silence. They were awestruck by the impact of the song," Shaffer said. Of the roughly 300 hymns Bennard composed, only "The Old Rugged Cross" earned distinction, Shaffer said.

Strumming Through The Storm Of Cancer: A Country Heart, A Cross to Bear. Country Artist Carl Ray Releases "The Old Rugged Cross" with royalty, Rhonda Vincent Going through prostate cancer ...

In addition to “The Old Rugged Cross,” according to historical websites, Bennard wrote 350 hymns during the course of his ministry. In 1952, the song was introduced to a new generation when ...

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 ...

He struggled to write some appropriate lyrics, but all that came was the passage, “I’ll cherish the old rugged cross.” The song seemed to take shape in bits and pieces. He returned from ...