Background
Bennard, George was born on February 4, 1873 in Youngstown, Ohio, United States. Son of George and Margaret (Russell) Bennard.
George Bennard
February 4, 1873 (age 85) Youngstown, Ohio, United States
He is best known for composing the famous hymn, "The Old Rugged Cross". Some time later, they moved again to Lucas, Iowa. He spent much of his life in Michigan and Wisconsin. As a well-regarded author of Christian hymns, his most famous work is "The Old Rugged Cross". Bennard retired to Reed City, Michigan, and the town maintains a museum dedicated to his life and ministry. He died in Reed City, Michigan, where the local Chamber of Commerce erected a cross near his home. Bennard is buried at Inglewood Park Cemetery in Inglewood, California.
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Education
Educational public schools.
Career
He is best known for composing the famous hymn, "The Old Rugged Cross". Some time later, they moved again to Lucas, Iowa. He spent much of his life in Michigan and Wisconsin.
As a well-regarded author of Christian hymns, his most famous work is "The Old Rugged Cross". Bennard retired to Reed City, Michigan, and the town maintains a museum dedicated to his life and ministry. He died in Reed City, Michigan, where the local Chamber of Commerce erected a cross near his home.
Bennard is buried at Inglewood Park Cemetery in Inglewood, California.
Politics
When the Church as a body engages with political issues, it should follow the principles of Christian faith.
Views
Male and female have common humanity, having equal worth in the eyes of God. The erroneous notion that one gender is superior to another should be rejected.
Connections
Married Araminta Behler, of Greencastle, Pennsylvania, February 25, 1895. Children: Zoe (deceased), Fay George, John Paul.
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Nationality
United States of America -
Religion
Methodist -
Political Party
Republican