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 ...

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 ...

For nearly a century, Christians of all stripes have been raising “The Old Rugged Cross” as a musical standard. Many know the composer was a man named George Bennard. Few, however, realize that his ...

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 ...