Courtesy photo The classic Christian hymn "The Old Rugged Cross" was written in Albion by the Rev. George Bennard. It was first performed in this church, Pokagon Methodist Church, in 1913.

Read the soulful lyrics of The Old Rugged Cross by Patti Page, a timeless gospel song filled with peace, love, and hope. Skip to content Pinterest Instagram Facebook-f X-twitter Linkedin ...

“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 ...

POKAGON - As the driving force with her husband, Bob, behind the Old Rugged Cross Church restoration project, ... a re-enactment of the choir's performance of Bennard's hymn is slated, ...

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 b… ...