Experience the moving lyrics of The Old Rugged Cross, a Christian hymn symbolizing hope, forgiveness, and eternal life ...

“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 ...

In 1998, the Old Rugged Cross Foundation Inc. was formed to restore the original church building in Pokagon. It had been in use as a barn for many years and had fallen into disrepair.

I Cor. 1:18 For the preaching of the Cross is to them that perish foolishness but unto us which are saved it is the power of God. Oh! That awful cross. Oh! That wretched cross. Oh! That glorious ...

The composer of the hymn, “The Old Rugged Cross” — the Rev. George Bennard — was born in Youngstown in 1873. He moved away as a young boy going to Iowa, ...

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, ...

“The Old Rugged Cross” is one of the most popular hymns among folks all over the country. When I ask people to name a hymn for me to play, quite often they request that hymn.

But this old cross, long broken and forgotten, had been restored to new life itself. “Matthew” remains a mystery. “To this day, I don’t know who Matthew is,” Hasley said.

So I’ll cherish The Old Rugged Cross,’” explained Paul. Reverend Bennard spent his last years in the little town Ashton. He died in 1958. wanted to honor him with an exhibit.

DEAR EDITOR: As Lent progresses to Easter, the “Old Rugged Cross” crucifix comes to mind. It stands 22 feet high and can be seen next to a pool, traveling east on East Midlothian Boulevard at ...