O that old rug ged cross, so des pised by the world, has a won. Hymns, english history and criticism, hymns, english, kirchenlied, geschichte. One finds some similar sentiments in when i survey the wondrous cross by isaac watts 16741748 and beneath the cross of jesus by elizabeth clephane 18301869. The old rugged cross lives on by molly tate shaffer is a 488page pictorial and verbal history of the hymn and its author, and gives a step by step account of the restoration of the building where it. Hymns music the old rugged cross blue letter bible.
The old rugged cross song and hymn history youtube. The old rugged cross historical society museum michigan. Lyrics to the old rugged cross on a hill far away stood an old rugged cross the emblem of suffring and shame and i love that old cross where the dearest and best for a world of lost sinners was slain. Before his death, bennard wrote a letter to vernon bobbitt stating the details of how he came to write the old rugged cross here in albion.
That means, that to appropriate the saving value of the cross, we must recognize our need of it. The refrain begins, so ill cherish the old rugged cross. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Bennard was born in the coalmining and ironproduction town of youngstown, ohio. The old rugged cross received more requests than any other song in the book.
Rev bennard was the author of worldrenowned hymn, the old rugged cross, written in 19. The following year, a state of michigan historic site marker was placed in front of the property, commemorating the birthplace of this great hymn of the church. Oh, that old rugged cross, so despised by the world, has a wondrous attraction for me. I will cling to the old rugged cross, and exchange it some day for a. Arranged for piano, vocal, and guitar, this collection from hal leonard features 125 timetested hymns of faith. It is a hymn that leads us to focus on what christ did on the cross and make his sacrifice our own. He is best known for composing the famous hymn, the old rugged cross. Joey and rory do a very beautiful arrangement of it. On a hill far away stood an old rugged cross, the emblem of suffring and shame, and i love that old cross where the dearest and best for a world of lost sinners was slain. George bennard wrote more than 300 hymns, but the old rugged cross is probably his most wellknown. The historical influence of the methodist church and albion college have left its mark on our community. Necklaces free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Hymn lists by book of bible george bennard 18731958 was born in youngstown, ohio, but his family moved to iowa, where he accepted christ as his savior at a revival meeting sponsored by the salvation army.
This score is a part of the open hymnal project, 2010 revision. The evening meeting closed and i wandered over to walgreens drugstore to get a sandwich. He looked up into the rear view mirror, and noticed the flashing lights of the police cruiser. His mind went back again and again to christs anguish on the cross. Theres just something about country music and classic hymns that just go together perfectly. It has been the most favored of the approximately 300 songs written by george bennard. How i love that old cross where the dearest and best for a world of. So ill cherish the old rugged cross, til my trophies at last i lay down. If someone approached you, asking you to name americas most popular hymn, no doubt many of you would respond with the old rugged cross. George bennard was praying for a full understanding of.
On a hill far away stood an old rugged cross, the emblem of suffering and shame. This gospel hymn favorite was written by a selftaught, traveling worship leaderlater. It reflects how hardships and difficulties that were bravely borne in life, may one day be exchanged for reward and sanctuary in heaven. The old rugged cross lyrics, hymn meaning and story godtube. It has been a book 12 years in the making, complementing the 21 years the couple have helped old rugged cross churchs foundation renovate the 157year old building to its 19 state, when the hymn was first sung as part of a threeweek revival. A sign reminds passersby that this is the home of living author, rev. And i love that old cross where the dearest and best for a world of lost sinners was slain. George bennard was praying for a full understanding of the cross and its plan in christianity. Mar 29, 20 used at wowchurch the singer is john berry on a hill far away stood an old rugged cross, the emblem of suffering and shame.
George bennard and the old rugged cross christian heritage. Consequently, he spent many hours in study, prayer and meditation, until he could say, i saw the christ of the cross as if i were seeing john 3. The old rugged cross written in albion historical albion. This photo was taken in downey,california in about 1953. Still, yesterday, when we sang the old rugged cross, a hymn that must rank among the most popular of the 20th century, the pastor had to import it into the bulletin because neither psalter had it. George bennard was a native of youngstown, ohio, but was reared in iowa. Brother bennard wrote the hymn, the old rugged cross. There is, in a church weve been attending, a fairly significant chunk of history in the pew, two versions of the denominations psalter hymnal. Like many other songs of this era and genre, the old rugged cross is replete with both the christian truth found in the pages of gods word, as well as the christian experience it should produce.
Book on old rugged cross churchs history released as. It is a gospel hymn tune with a refrain, during which the lower voices echo the melody. The old rugged cross was my husbands favorite hymn since he heard it in church as a child. Evangelist george bennard 18731958 gave this firstperson account of the composition of his most famous hymn to a publishing acquaintance, george w. Bennard had been very active in the salvation army and later wa s ordained as a evangelist for the methodist episcopal church. Back in 19, george bennard was struggling with a problem that caused him much suffering. This gospel hymn favorite was written by a selftaught, traveling worship leader later.
Refrain in that old rugged cross, stained with blood so divine, a wondrous beauty i see. Toward the end of the twentieth century, song leaders, when soliciting requests for favorite songs from the congregation, would often receive at least one request for the old rugged cross. I will cling to the old rugged cross, and exchange it someday for a crown. The book tells the tale of the church, its renovation, the old rugged cross and the hymn s composer, george bennard. The old rugged cross powerful alan jackson performance staff picks critically acclaimed country artist alan jackson leads worship with his powerful rendition of the old rugged cross. So ill cherish the old rugged cross till my trophies at last i lay down i will cling to the old rugged cross and exchange it some day for a crown. Three different sites claim to be the home of this well loved hymn. Today, that same church building, originally a hops barn, is owned by the nonprofit old rugged cross foundation and welcomes thousands of visitors annually. On a hill far away stood an old rugged cross the emblem of suffering and shame how i love that old cross where the dearest and best for a world of lost sinners was slain. This was my mothers and my sisters favorite hymn and the first solo i sang in church. George bennard was born to a coal miner in youngstown, ohio, on february 4, 1873. The book tells the tale of the church, its renovation, the old rugged cross and the hymns composer, george bennard. Mar 28, 2018 the old rugged cross is a popular hymn written in 1912 by evangelist and songleader george bennard. Used at wowchurch the singer is john berry on a hill far away stood an old rugged cross, the emblem of suffering and shame.
The first verse of my favorite lenten hymn goes like this. The old rugged cross by george bennard the united methodist hymnal, no. I was praying for a full understanding of the cross, and its plan in christianity. Read the lyrics to the old rugged cross and discover the inspirational story and meaning behind one of the most popular hymns of all time. He wrote words and tune for his best known hymn the old rugged cross in 19. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The old rugged cross powerful alan jackson performance. The old rugged cross is a popular hymn written in 1912 by evangelist and songleader george bennard. May god exercise his mercy upon that individual, that family, that denomination. The old rugged cross hymn history the old rugged cross is one of the most popular christian hymns in the english world. During a period of spiritual struggling, george bennard 18731958 started to study and contemplate the cross of christ. The old rugged cross lives on by molly tate shaffer is a 488page pictorial and verbal history of the hymn and its author, and gives a step by step account of the restoration of the building where it made its public debut.
Authoritative information about the hymn text the old rugged cross, with lyrics, pdf files, printable scores, midi files, audio recordings, piano resources, and products for worship planners. Includes battle hymn of the republic, it is well with my soul, the old rugged cross, and more. Book on old rugged cross churchs history released as final. George had hoped to become an evangelist, but instead went to work as a coalminer to support his mother and sisters. These online, free lyrics to the christian hymn and song the old rugged cross can be printed and used to create a personalised hymn book. Numerous prominent methodist clergymen have lived here during.
The old rugged cross chords by hymn worship chords. Please enter your name, your email and your question regarding the product in the fields below, and well answer you in the next 2448 hours. Hymn story the old rugged cross hymn lists by book of bible george bennard 18731958 was born in youngstown, ohio, but his family moved to iowa, where he accepted christ as his savior at a revival meeting sponsored by the salvation army. After his conversion in a salvation army meeting, he and his wife became brigade leaders before. The old rugged cross uses a sentimental popular song form with a versechorus pattern in 6 8 time, and it speaks of the writers adoration of christ and his sacrifice at calvary. Written by george bennard in 19, this gospel hymn has proven to be a sentimental favorite of christians and unsaved alike. For the dear lamb of god left his glory above to bear it to dark calvary. The old rugged cross is often requested during hymn sings. This is a popular religious hymn for a funeral service, inspired by bible scripture. Multicolor rich tapestry throw displays the words of beloved hymn the old rugged cross with triple cross silhouette design. Printable hymn book page the old rugged cross knick of. O that old rugged cross, so despised by the world has a wondrous attraction for me for the dear lamb of god left his glory above to bear it to dark calvary. The message seems to be one that everyone can cling onto. In the oldrug ged cross,stainedwith blood so di vine, a wo nd rous beauty i 2.
Video of the hymn is sung by the salem singers of oregon. So ill cherish the old rugged cross, till my trophies at last i lay down. O that old rugged cross, so despised by the world, 3. I will cling to the old rugged cross, and exchange it some day for a crown. The old rugged cross lyrics, hymn meaning and story. Buy old rugged cross vintage hymn pendant necklace. And i love that old cross where the dearest and best for a world of lost sinners was slain, so ill cherish the old rugged cross, till my trophies at last i lay down. The old rugged cross hymn history and lyrics videos. A detailed history of the famous gospel hymn by george bennard.
It has been a book 12 years in the making, complementing the 21 years the couple have helped old rugged cross churchs foundation renovate the 157yearold building to its 19 state, when the hymn was first sung as part of a threeweek revival. The hymn was written by george barnard, a minister ordained by the methodist episcopal church. Georges coalminer father died when george was sixteen. And i love that old cross where the dearest and best for a world of lost.
Refrain so ill cherish the old rugged cross, till my trophies at last i lay down. Hymn lists by book of bible george bennard 18731958 was born in youngstown, ohio, but his family moved to iowa, where he accepted christ as his savior at a. Something in the hymns character feels, well, vaguely roman catholic, in that among the roman catholics, historically at least, there. Nov 05, 2011 so ill cherish the old rugged cross, till my trophies at last i lay down. Please consider whitelisting or subscribing to eliminate ads entirely and help support. The old rugged cross is a popular hymn written in 1912 by evangelist and songleader george bennard 18731958. The old rugged cross al smith submitted by ayo owodunni, nigeria i had the privilege of singing at the mel trotter mission in grand rapids, michigan, in the 1940s. Reverend george bennard 18731958 the words and music for the old rugged cross were written by george bennard some time around 1912 or 19 depending on which hymn book you use. George bennard wrote the tune old rugged cross with the text in 191219. The old rugged cross historical museum is an outgrowth of a memorial cross erected and dedicated on september 14, 1954, north of reed city at the home of rev. Hymn history the old rugged cross college of the open bible. Today, a twelvefoot high wooden cross stands on a roadside near reed city, michigan, honoring the composer. So ill cherish the old rugged cross till my trophies at last i lay down i will cling to the old rugged cross and.
The old rugged cross george bennard, 19 george bennard public domain courtesy of the cyber hymnal 4. Apr 24, 2016 these four lives intersected to form the song the old rugged cross made the difference. During this easter season, we are reminded about our religious heritage, and the great contribution albion has made with one of the most beloved hymns of all time composed here. Funeral hymns lyrics and audio the old rugged cross. George bennard february 4, 1873 october 10, 1958 was an american hymn composer and preacher.
In that old rugged cross, stained with blood so divine, a wondrous beauty i see, for twas on that old cross jesus suffered and died, to pardon and sanctify me. On a hill far a way stood an old rug ged cross, the em blem 2. This printable version of the old rugged cross is a hymn of praise and worship which is suitable for all christian denominations. Dec 31, 2009 check out the old rugged cross traditional accompaniment track by mansion accompaniment tracks on amazon music. In that old rugged cross, stained with blood so divine, a wondrous beauty i see. The old rugged cross is a popular hymn written in 1912 by evangelist and songleader george bennard and it speaks of the writers adoration of christ and his sacrifice at calvary. In his own story of the old rugged cross 1930, bennard provided another version of. With yesterday being easter sunday, we are reminded of our religious heritage here in albion. Nov 10, 2008 the old rugged cross and he bearing his cross went forth into a place calledgolgotha jn. The hymn quickly spread throughout the region and came to the attention of the evangelist billy sunday, who frequently utilized it in his meetings. What you get you will receive an 8x10 high resolution 300dpi jpg image ready to. I encourage you to read something beautiful for the full details on each of these four men. The ninety and nine the old rugged cross the sands of time are sinking the starspangled banner there is a fountain there is a green hill far away this is my fathers world thou.
To the oldrug ged cross i will ev er be true, its shameand re proach gladly 3. On a hill far away, stood an old rugged cross the emblem of suffring and shame and i love that old cross where the dearest and best for a w. Digitized from a shellac record, at 78 revolutions per minute. George bennard wrote this beloved hymn among three hundred others, but this is the one for which he is remembered, perhaps partly due to its widespread use. George bennard 18731958 was born in youngstown, ohio, but his family moved to iowa, where he accepted christ as his savior at a revival meeting sponsored by the salvation army. O that old rugged cross, so despised by the world, has a wondrous attraction for me. You have no idea how much this means to me at this time.
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