• Ruth Graham fights church silence on depression Nov 8, 2008
The third of evangelist Billy Graham's five children, she has dealt with a daughter's teen pregnancies, another's bulimia and a son's drug use ... Graham said being Billy Graham's daughter made the situation even more difficult ... Franklin Graham has succeeded his father as head of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Honoring a legend Nov 8, 2008
Basyle and Aram Tchividjian wanted to hear the stories of the people touched by the ministry of their famous grandfather, Billy Graham ... "We had collected so many incredible stories that we thought, Man, maybe we should do something with these, try to put you there in a book using words and photos.' There are so many books about Billy Graham, but we wanted to do something different. You see a photo of a stadium filled with little dots. We realized there are stories behind each one of those... (Odessa American, TX)
Son: Billy Graham ending work with presidents Nov 8, 2008
Billy Graham, left, Sen ... When the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association invited the world to send wishes for Billy Graham's 90th birthday Friday, tens of thousands of e-mails and letters poured in ... The theater was playing A Time to Run (a 1972 Billy Graham film) and we both went forward at the end. (USA Today -- News)
At 90, Billy Graham remains... Nov 7, 2008
At 90, Billy Graham remains 'America's pastor' - CNN.com ... At 90, Billy Graham remains 'America's pastor ... He had no idea what to give his father, evangelist Billy Graham, for his 90th birthday Friday. (CNN -- Law)
BILLY GRAHAM TURNS 90: Palatka reveres an enduring ministry Nov 7, 2008
BOB SELF/The Times-UnionThe old Peniel Baptist Church outside of Palatka is where a young Billy Graham did some of his earliest preaching in the 1930s ... BOB SELF/The Times-UnionA mural along Fourth Street in downtown Palatka depicts the Rev. Billy Graham preaching; the old Peniel Baptist Church, where he did some of his earliest preaching; and Graham being baptized by the Rev. Cecil Underwood in Silver Lake ... JOHN PEMBERTON/The Times-UnionJustin Palilla, 17, says he was saved at the Billy... (Florida Times-Union)
Billy Graham Nov 5, 2008
By Robert Deutsch, USA TODAY. Some excerpts (read more at ). (USA Today -- News)
Religion used divide, mock in campaign 08 Nov 4, 2008
In 1961, after John F. Kennedy s Catholic faith proved not to be an insurmountable barrier to the White House, Billy Graham predicted that religion would never again be such a divisive force in elections. The evangelist could not have anticipated YouTube, 24-hour news cycles and a roster of candidates featuring a Mormon, an African-American Protestant and someone raised in a Pentecostal church. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
REGION: Prop. 8 demonstrations gather crowds Nov 3, 2008
" Do you know how much the "Yes on 8" people have done to get the topic of "gay marriage" out there? Congratulations.Keep religion out of the public sector, please! Vote NO on H8. To neffyh wrote on Nov 2, 2008 3:41 PM:I sure would like to hear some type of response to your letter from the prop 8 supporters besides the sound of crickets. Like Billy Graham wrote on Nov 2, 2008 3:42 PM:has said,"Someday God will have to apologize to Sodom and Gomorah when it comes to America ... "In summary,... (North County Times)
Some of those who were there 60 years ago recall Billy Graham’s Modesto crusade Nov 1, 2008
Some of those who were there 60 years ago recall Billy Graham s Modesto crusade. YFC director Ben Jennings, (right) welcomes Billy Graham to the "Canvas Cathedral" in Modesto in November 1948 ... Were you at the 1948 Billy Graham crusade in Modesto. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Fulton church makes Christmas boxes for needy children Oct 29, 2008
Operation Christmas Child an international relief effort funded by Franklin Graham, the son of evangelist Billy Graham has brought 61 million shoeboxes to children since 1993. Fulton's effort aims to bring that total higher toward the goal of 8 million boxes this year. (Fulton Sun, MO)
McCains age, health are appropriate concerns for voting public Oct 19, 2008
"-actually I did graduate from a private Christian college that is referred to as the Harvard of the Evangelical community with a 4.0 GPA. Billy Graham and Todd Beamer are two examples of alumni who have graduated from there. I also continued my education at Northern Illinois University. My husband has worked two jobs for most of our marriage because we decided I was going to be a stay at home mom for our three children. He believes it is his responsibility to provide for the family and my ".... (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Church celebrates 175th year in Jasper County Oct 18, 2008
Denman was national known as an equal to Billy Graham. 1956 - The dedication of the Schulmerich chimes in memory of Emaline Randle Makeever donated by her daughter Ruth Pool. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Palin's Record On Church-State Separation Oct 13, 2008
Since she took state office in late 2006, the governor and her family have spent more than $13,000 in taxpayer funds to attend at least 10 religious events and meetings with Christian pastors, including Franklin Graham, the son of evangelical preacher Billy Graham, records show. Palin was baptized Roman Catholic as a newborn and baptized again in a Pentecostal Assemblies of God church when she was a teenager. (CBS News)
Directors say lives have been miraculously turned around Oct 13, 2008
The gospel mission began in 1948, a result of a Billy Graham crusade in Modesto ... Haine became the first director of the mission, downtown on Eighth Street; a group of Christian businessmen, including Charlie Barrows, father of Billy Graham's worship leader Cliff Barrows, served on the first board of directors. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Billy Graham out of hospital after fall Oct 12, 2008
NORTH CAROLINA ASHEVILLE - Evangelist Billy Graham was released from the hospital yesterday, sore and bruised but not seriously injured, after he tripped and fell over one of his dogs at his North Carolina home, hospital officials said. The 89-year-old Graham stayed overnight at Mission Hospital in Asheville with discomfort and bruising. (Boston Globe)
Billy Graham Returns Home Following Hospital Observation Oct 12, 2008
Doctor Confirms Fall Should Not Pose Setback and Expects the 89-Year-Old Evangelist to Recover Fully ASHEVILLE, N.C., Oct. 11 /PRNewswire/ -- Evangelist Billy Graham has returned to his mountain home in Montreat, N.C. upon his release this afternoon from Mission Hospital in nearby Asheville following a brief stay ... 778-9040 Cell A. Larry Ross, Director Media/Public Relations for Billy Graham 972. (PR Newswire)
Billy Graham released from NC hospital after fall Oct 12, 2008
Evangelist Billy Graham was released from the hospital Saturday, sore and bruised but not seriously injured, after he tripped and fell over one of his dogs at his North Carolina home, hospital officials said. . (Herald Sun)
Billy Graham hospitalized after fall Oct 12, 2008
Billy Graham OK after fall, leaves hospital - CNN.com ... Billy Graham OK after fall, leaves hospital ... NEW: Billy Graham returns home after staying overnight at hospital. (CNN -- US)
Billy Graham Hospitalized After Fall At Home Oct 11, 2008
Davis Turner/Getty ImagesThe Rev. Billy Graham ... ASHEVILLE, N.C. -- There's word that Billy Graham has been hospitalized after taking a minor fall. (KCRA 3, CA)
Billy Graham hospitalized in N.C. after fall Oct 11, 2008
Evangelist Billy Graham speaks at the dedication of the Billy Graham Library in Charlotte, N.C., May 31, 2007 ... ASHEVILLE, N.C. (AP) Evangelist Billy Graham was hospitalized Saturday after tripping and falling over one of his dogs at his North Carolina home, a hospital spokeswoman said. (USA Today -- News)
Robby Benson creates Billy Graham film Oct 10, 2008
Robby Benson, right, speaks with actor Armie Hammer on the set of "Billy: The Early Years,"on the set of "Billy: The Early Years." The movie focuses on Billy Graham's life as a teenager growing up on a dairy farm in Charlotte, when he became a super-evangelist, drawing hundreds of thousands of people to his preaching tour "crusades." ... But his reason for making a movie about the life of a young Billy Graham, the director says, is simple: I wanted to make a movie about goodness ... Everybody... (MSNBC -- News)
Valley events Oct 8, 2008
This trip also includes an evening dinner cruise for approximately 2-1/2 hours around Lake Norman, a Saturday morning breakfast buffet, a visit to the Billy Graham Library, a three hour trip to the Concord Mill Outlet Mall, and then departure for home. The cost will be single, 253; double, 214 per person; triple, 202 per person; and quad, 195 per person. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Apocalypse soon Oct 5, 2008
I'm not a sensationalist, says Jeremiah, a grandfather and two-time cancer survivor who is a well-known speaker at evangelical venues like the Billy Graham Training Center. I would be the last person in the world to try to draw sensationalist truths from the Scripture, he adds. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Obama provides leadership Oct 4, 2008
Billy Graham's Team on Obama. By Bill Brown of the Billy Graham Team ... Bill Brown, is a highly respected retired member of the Billy Graham team so, I take his assessment of Obama very seriously and for that reason accept his challenge to pass this on. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
OUT THERE: Gas Thief Gets Burned — Literally Oct 3, 2008
The Michigan-based publisher says most verses will be written by regular people, although the company hopes to collect a few from President George W. Bush, the Rev. Billy Graham and others. (AP). (Fox News)
Christian artist Derryberry to perform at Hephzibah Baptist Church Sep 18, 2008
"For 20 years, Derryberry was the lead singer and keyboard player for Telluride, a secular band that was popular in the South. He has opened for and performed with Jimmy Buffet, ZZ Top, Charlie Daniels, Marshal Tucker Band, Roseanne Cash, Cheap Trick, The Blue Travelers and members of the Allman Brothers and the Rolling Stones.More recently he has performed with Casting Crowns, 4 Him, The Newsboys, Chris Tomlin, Toby Mac and Third Day. He has done crusades, camps and conferences with Franklin... (Troy Messenger, AL)
Extremists are scary Sep 18, 2008
bonnie wrote on Sep 13, 2008 3:18 PM:" "Look at Eric Roudoph, that serial killer out in Missouri" Eric was not Christian...He probably never darkened the door of a Christian Church. He was an insane hater of people like Jeremiah Wright. Examples of Christians: Billy Graham, Rev Charles Stanley, and ministers and church people (not all are) in your town and mine. ". Ron Murray Sr wrote on Sep 13, 2008 3:43 PM:" Bonnie, why do you say that about Jeremiah Wright? Did you ever meet the man? Do you... (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Peggy Knudson enjoys time with family Sep 18, 2008
President Bush, Jesus and Billy Graham. What was your favorite subject in school. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
John McCain and abortion Sep 14, 2008
You may remember the wonderful African-American lady by the name of Ethel Waters who used to sing at all the Billy Graham Crusades. If my memory serves me correctly, she talked about being the product of incest but of course she was very pro-life based on how God had used her. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Community prays for IMPACT Tour Sep 12, 2008
IWT, with an endorsement from high-profile evangelist Billy Graham, will offer the word of God with twenty-first century cultural elements. Team Extreme consisting of athletes, skaters and boarders will share their talents and testimonies on Tuesday evening, followed by Island Breeze, a Polynesian dance and musical troupe on Wednesday. (Winchester News-Gazette, IN)
The greatest Christian I've ever known Sep 9, 2008
My precious wife Anne went to Heaven one year ago today. I treasure the wonderful memories of her and one of those memories is her love for books. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Fannie, Freddie, Obama, McCain Sep 9, 2008
And not just Billy Graham, but the odious Falwell, Robertson, Dobson, Reed, and assorted other American Talibaptists, ad nauseum who GREATLY desire to shove their god in everybody s face at every opportunity and who shamefully wish to pollute the most wonderful document ever written, the US Constitution, with useless definitions of marriage as a way to bludgeon the homosexuals with their Bible ... And not just Billy Graham, but the odious Falwell, Robertson, Dobson, Reed, and assorted other... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Beyond the bars: Frisco residents share faith with inmates Sep 6, 2008
Since its inception at the urging of evangelist Billy Graham in 1969, about 70,000 volunteers have served with Champions for Life. Organizers have presented the prison ministry program to about 2. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Overheard, out and about, Mrs. Grundy sees all, tells all Aug 30, 2008
"I first heard people clapping at the Billy Graham crusades on TV," contributed Miss Primme. "I remember thinking at the time that it did not seem appropriate and was the beginning of the end for Baptists. Nowadays clapping is everywhere in churches, not all, but many, perhaps most.". (Andalusia Star News, AL)
Carol Joy’ Baker Aug 29, 2008
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her name to the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association 877-247-2426. We will never forget you. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
MCCAIN CAMPAIGN SLAMS VP PICK... Aug 24, 2008
i never heard of Billy Graham taking someone prisoner and cutting their head off in the name of God. Posted by: Anonymous | August 23, 2008 6:04 PM. (The Drudge Report)
Graham movie catches flak from son Franklin Aug 23, 2008
My father s life has been documented in many ways and I have always appreciated those who painstakingly sought to tell his story accurately, Franklin Graham said in a statement posted this week on the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) Web site, www ... DeMoss said that Billy Graham, now 89 and living in Montreat, N.C., has not yet seen the film ... In one, the young Billy Graham faints at the hospital when told wife Ruth has given birth to their first child, GiGi. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Affable, emotional TV host turned viewers on to late-night talk Aug 20, 2008
His "Tonight Show" guests included 1960 presidential candidates John Kennedy and Richard Nixon, boxer Cassius Clay (who later changed his name to Muhammad Ali), evangelist Billy Graham and Kennedy's brother, Robert, who was then counsel to a Senate committee investigating the Mafia. Paar crusaded against Cuban dictator Fulgencio Batista and admiringly interviewed Fidel Castro. (Yahoo News -- Jack Parr)
LETTERS: NCT, Aug. 19, 2008 Aug 20, 2008
"This tale was bandied about by Chuck Colson and many other wingnuts for years; McCain or Salter could have picked it up from such circles, as the notes from Colson's 1983 book, Loving God, explain:"The story about Alexander Solzhenitsen and the old man who made the sign of the cross was first told by Solzhenitsyn to a group of Christian leaders and later recounted by Billy Graham in his New Year's telecast, 1977. It has been retold subsequently, most publicly by Senator Jesse Helms (R-NC). (North County Times)
In Raleigh, Obama amplifies attacks Aug 20, 2008
He has yet to have a public post-primary visit to the state, although he met privately with evangelist Billy Graham. GOP fights backIt is not clear that Obama's gamble is paying dividends. (News & Observer)
AT YOUR SERVICE Aug 19, 2008
Palau was born in Argentina, attended Multnomah Biblical Seminary in Portland in the 1960s, worked with Billy Graham and is now a global evangelist in his own right. He launched his CityFest model at Waterfront Park in 1999. (OregonLive, OR -- Living)
Barack Obama's purpose-driven gamble (107) Aug 18, 2008
Having lived for some time in Orange County and having spent a lot of energy trying to get a fix on Rick Warren (having lived in the midst of his "flock" for about five years), I can't help but think his main aim all along has been to find the best grip on the public's trust and move from a laid-back evangelical minister (and highly successful writer of books) to a sort of reworked Billy Graham ... This could be a good thing (or at least not the frightening thing Billy Graham has represented to... (Salon)
Big names to perform at free Christian concert event Aug 16, 2008
The group has toured with some of the top bands in Christian music and performed at a Billy Graham crusade in Pasadena, Calif. before an audience of 95,000. (Charles City Press, IO)
Candidates make their appeals to evangelicals Aug 16, 2008
And Warren cements his standing as the highest-profile pastor since the Rev. Billy Graham. Both see an opportunity: In McCain s case, to show up and strengthen support among evangelicals, and with Obama to try to make inroads with evangelical voters, said Richard Land, president of the Southern Baptist Convention s Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Rev. Rick Warren puts Obama, McCain on the same stage Aug 16, 2008
Some go so far as to call the plain-talking Warren, a man who prefers blue jeans and Hawaiian shirts to business suits, the Billy Graham of his era. "He's a guy whose message has met the right moment," said Richard Land, a leading authority with the Southern Baptist Convention, the denomination to which Warren's church belongs. (Seattle Times)
A new-style evangelical pastor ascends the political stage Aug 15, 2008
Touted by some as the likely successor to Billy Graham. On Saturday, pastor Rick Warren, author of "The Purpose-Driven Life," will do what no one else has yet accomplished: bring the presumptive GOP and Democratic presidential nominees onto the same stage to discuss their views. (Christian Science Monitor -- USA)
Obama, McCain And The Evangelical Divide Aug 15, 2008
Huckabee, who calls Warren a "close personal friend" and compares him to Billy Graham, said he signed onto Engle's effort because it represents an effort to "call upon believers" to affirm a pro-life position, which he calls a "non-partisan issue.". "I don't see any conflict at all, and if there was I wouldn't be a part of it," Huckabee said. (CBS News -- 60 minutes II)
Rick Warren ascends the political stage Aug 15, 2008
Touted by some as the likely successor to Billy Graham. ADVERTISEMENT. (Yahoo News)
Nurturing spiritual renewal in women Aug 13, 2008
Evangelist daughter of Billy Graham plans 2009 revival at arena ... It wasn't easy growing up one of evangelist Billy Graham's five children ... "She's not trying to be the next Billy Graham, but you can certainly see she's got her father's blessing and his mantle," said Lewis, pastor of New Life Community United Methodist Church on the Northside. (Florida Times-Union)
UC church invites IMPACT to county Aug 11, 2008
High-profile and long-time evangelist Billy Graham has endorsed the works of IWT, which uses 21st Century cultural elements to present the Gospel. With extreme athletes, skaters, boarders, dancers and musical performers, Baldwin said he has witnessed how bringing an old message in a new way can make a more effective difference. (Winchester News-Gazette, IN)
Vizquel not happy with Venezuela's top players Aug 10, 2008
" Billingsley (11-9, 3.01 ERA) pitched his first major-league shutout two starts ago against the Giants in Los Angeles. Cain (7-9, 4.60) pitched a shutout against Washington three starts ago and fired seven solid innings in a 2-0 loss at Dodger Stadium on July 29. Briefly: Time is running out for Noah Lowry to pitch in 2008. Although his arm feels fine, he is still strengthening it by playing catch from 90 feet, with no timetable to get on a mound. Lowry plans to pitch in the fall instructional... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
The Global Ambition of Rick Warren Aug 7, 2008
"It's remarkable. The candidates are according him tremendous status," says William Martin, author of the definitive biography of Billy Graham, A Prophet with Honor. "I don't see them doing it with an Episcopal bishop or a Cardinal or another Evangelical.". (Time.com)
Graham: I was sacked Jul 30, 2008
Billy Graham has dismissed claims that ill health had anything to do with his decision to walk away from boxing, stating that his retirement was brought forward by his sacking as Ricky Hattons trainer. It was confirmed on Tuesday that that the trainer will quit the sport after working in the corner of Ojay Abrahams for a bout in Watford on Friday night. (Setanta Sports)
Would-be star called an audible Jul 27, 2008
The people are wonderful and they've got trees," he said. And Brunswick has Christian Renewal Church, where the Neals worship every Sunday morning. Does he wonder how much excitement he missed playing football? Not really. "For the past 20 years, Lillian and I have done mission work in Central and South America, mostly Nicaragua," he said. His first trip, in fact, was to Nicaragua, which actually turned out to be evangelism for Nicaraguans who lived outside Nicaragua. He and the rest of the team... (Florida Times-Union)
Mesquite authors find outlet for creativity Jul 23, 2008
I contacted Billy Graham and even Trinity Broadcasting Network to try and have my book published, Watson says. And Reader s Digest only publishes books that have been previously published. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Americans finding purpose in Africa Jul 22, 2008
Warren is perhaps the most influential Christian evangelist since Billy Graham on Monday he announced he would convene both U.S. presidential candidates at Saddleback next month but he can't solve every problem overnight. "We get a little more attention here than we should get because of Rick's notoriety," Bradberry says. (USA Today)
From darkness to light in the cauldron of souls Jul 21, 2008
When the evangelist Billy Graham left Sydney after a 15-week nationwide crusade almost 30 years ago, it was said that some 130,000 had committed anew to Jesus Christ. There may be no signs yet, or indeed ever, that World Youth Day has had a similar effect. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
And there was light and warmth Jul 16, 2008
The size of the Mass eclipsed the previous three papal masses and the Billy Graham crusades from the late '50s on. Never had so many gathered in the nation for a religious Mass; never before had the Catholic Church brought World Youth Day to Oceania or a country with such a small Catholic population, of 5 million. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
In brief: Matters of Faith Jul 13, 2008
Franklin Graham will speak at 11 a.m. He is president of Samaritan's Purse and the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association. For details, call 333-6535. (Anchorage Daily News)
Commentary: Don't sanitize Helms'... Jul 13, 2008
Even the Rev. Billy Graham, often called "America's pastor," honored Helms in a 174-word statement, ending it by saying that folks "honor his legendary life and extraordinary legacy.". But to recognize Helms properly in his totality, it's important to add to the list of words and phrases to describe the unapologetic conservative Republican: unabashedly racist. (CNN -- Law)
God's Venture Capitalist Jul 13, 2008
He has raised the prize's profile by awarding it to Alexander Solzhenitsyn, Billy Graham, and Watergate-burglar-turned-minister Charles Colson. (The Templeton Prize helped its founder win a knighthood in 1987. (Slate)
* Jesse Helms: a hero and champion Jul 8, 2008
Evangelist Billy Graham has said that for people who have fought for the freedom of people and a free market, Independence Day is the perfect day to leave this world. An editorial in the Wall Street Journal said that Helms passing on Independence Day was especially meaningful because he had fought for freedom all his life and was strongly opposed to communism. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Bill To Save Cow Palace Jumps Senate Hurdle Jul 8, 2008
The Cow Palace has hosted appearances by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Liberace, the Billy Graham Crusade (with an attendance of 696,525), John F. Kennedy, Evel Knievel and Elvis Presley. In addition to these, the Cow Palace has been the host of many successful sold-out concerts. (NBC 11, CA)
Faith-based organizations help Northeast Iowans clean up Jul 6, 2008
Samaritan's Purse, a nondenominational evangelical organization headed by Franklin Graham, son of evangelist Billy Graham, sent help after the May 25 tornado ... Chaplains with the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team accompany volunteers with Samaritan's Purse to listen, talk and pray with homeowners who are willing, Taylor said. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Statement by Evangelist Billy Graham on the Death of Senator Jesse Helms Jul 5, 2008
SOURCE Billy Graham Evangelistic Association. Link to this page. (PR Newswire)
