?? On this week’s new episode of Fearless, Cissie Graham Lynch welcomes her childhood friend and current Samaritan’s Purse colleague, Gracie O’Loughlin, to share her story. Cissie vividly remembers Gracie’s transformation from popular party girl to a young woman sold-out for Christ. Gracie was determined to share the Gospel not only with everyone she met, …
Historic wildfires are still raging across southern Georgia, consuming over 40,000 acres of land and forcing thousands to evacuate from their homes. Billy Graham Rapid Response Team (BG-RRT) chaplains are deploying to Brantley County to provide emotional and spiritual support to residents who are looking for a way forward in the aftermath. “When someone stands …
On Sunday 3 May, the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team (BG-RRT) deployed to Bristol after a tragic explosion in the Frenchay area left two people dead and several others injured. Many in the community were left shaken, displaced, and searching for reassurance. Jeremy, age 40, was one of the residents who had had to leave …
Rain, flooding, and 150 mph winds destroyed homes and hospitals last week as Super Typhoon Sinlaku hit Saipan. Billy Graham Rapid Response Team (BG-RRT) chaplains are deploying to the tiny island that’s about 1,600 miles east of the Philippines. “In times like these, the physical devastation is immense, but so is the spiritual need,” said …
Rain, flooding, and 150 mph winds destroyed homes and hospitals last week as Super Typhoon Sinlaku hit Saipan. Billy Graham Rapid Response Team (BG-RRT) chaplains are deploying to the tiny island that’s about 1,600 miles east of the Philippines. “In times like these, the physical devastation is immense, but so is the spiritual need,” said …
On any given Saturday, the corner of Central and Pecan Avenue in Charlotte, North Carolina, is bustling with people walking their dogs, grabbing coffee with a friend, or jogging around the neighbourhood. But nine decades ago, this land was filled with a large, wooden tabernacle where a young Billy Graham and hundreds of others surrendered …
In honour of Presidents Day, read about Billy Graham’s interactions with several U.S. presidents throughout his lifetime. Billy Graham often said, “Whether the story of Christ is told in a huge stadium, across the desk of a powerful leader, or shared with a golfing companion, it satisfies a common hunger. All over the world, whenever …
Jamaica is no stranger to storms. But a direct hit from a Category 5 hurricane had never been recorded there, and it was a life-changing tragedy for many. High winds and heavy rain whipped through Black River on Oct. 28, destroying almost 90% of homes and businesses. In the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, Billy Graham …
You’ve seen it before—a major ministry figure or CEO falls from grace because of a massive scandal. How did their sin become their public downfall? On this episode of Fearless, Cissie Graham Lynch talks about how sin can start small but grow into an uncontrollable force that destroys our closest relationships. If left unconfessed, it has the …
The Bible tells us that God is our refuge and strength through every flood or storm that we face in life—that’s the message our chaplains hope to bring to those who are hurting.—Josh Holland, international director of BG-RRT Over 400 families in Colorado were forced to evacuate their homes in the aftermath of Tropical Storm …
It was 75 years ago on Sept. 15 that the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association committed to share the Gospel worldwide. Here’s the story of how it all began. In the summer of 1950, Billy Graham had a dilemma. During his preaching event in Portland, Oregon, people had spontaneously donated $25,000 for a new radio ministry. …
Earlier this month, representatives from more than 700 local churches came together to officially kick off Esperanza Lima with Franklin Graham, an evangelistic Festival to be held next March in the Peruvian capital. Pastors and local leaders celebrated the occasion with great joy and anticipation. Only 14% of the population in their country is evangelical …