W. O. Cushing (1823-1902) was an American
minister and hymn writer. After the death of his wife in
1870 and with declining health, he retired from the ministry
and began writing hymns. He wrote over 300 hymns, including "Under
His Wings ," "When He Cometh ," "Ring the Bells
of Heaven", "Follow On," and "Hiding
in Thee."
