Story Behind The Song
These are the reminiscences of Joe Hummer of Indiana, who wrote these lyrics at the age of 69.
Song Description
This is a nostalgia song, remembering back to days of youth when the family attended the Old Wooden Chapel and sang their praises to Jesus
| Song Length |
4:13 |
Genre |
Country - General |
| Tempo |
Medium (111 - 130) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
| Mood |
Serene |
Subject |
Prairie, Plains, Teachers |
| Language |
English |
Era |
2000 and later |
Lyrics
Old Wooden Chapel
Lyrics by Joe Hummer
Music by Mark E. Ellis
1. On a dusty country road
There's an old wooden chapel
Where I worshiped with my family
As a child long ago.
And my heart is still there
In that old wooden chapel
I can still hear the hymns
That used to set my Heart aglow.
Ch. Precious Memories
The Old Rugged Cross
And Amazing Grace
Would fill the air.
Yes, my heart will always be
In that old wooden Chapel
Where I gave my life to Jesus
So many years ago.
2. I will always remember
That old wooden Chapel
And when I get to heaven,
Meet my family up above
I will hear those church bells ringing
I will join my family singing
In that old wooden chapel
The wooden chapel that I love.
Repeat Chorus twice
Tag: It's an old wooden chapel,
Just a little country Chapel,
But it's where I first met Jesus
And His love still fills me so.
Copyright 2002 Lighthouse Song and Sign Publishing (BMI)