Missions & Service

7 Life Lessons Billy Graham Learnt From His Mother

“The influence of a mother upon the lives of her children cannot be measured. They know and absorb her example and attitudes when it comes to questions of honesty, temperance, kindness and industry.” —Billy Graham Here are seven lessons Billy Graham learnt from his mother, Morrow, who passed away in 1981—37 years before her beloved son. …

Billy Graham Statue in U.S. Capitol Set for May 16 Unveiling

The base of the newest statue to be installed at the National Statuary Hall features a familiar verse—John 3:16. Fittingly, the verse that was foundational to Billy Graham’s ministry for more than half a century will be inscribed on the pedestal of the 7-foot statue of his likeness. The well-known Scripture, which succinctly communicates the …

Newsletter: The Only Power that can set People Free

THE ONLY POWER THAT CAN SET PEOPLE FREE Dear Friend, I’ve just finished preaching in Kraków, Poland, where the Lord did a mighty work. Before the God Loves You Tour event, journalists in the city bluntly asked me why I wanted to share the Gospel there in Poland’s City of Churches. While it may be …

Honouring Many Who Served With Billy Graham

The Billy Graham Library hosted a bit of living history as many of Billy Graham’s executive team and their spouses gathered for a Senior Team Retreat in Charlotte, North Carolina. The ministry leaders represent thousands of individuals who have served with the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) in its 74-year history. Many were joined by …

70th Anniversary: Remembering Billy Graham’s First Ever London Crusade

70th Anniversary of Billy Graham’s First London Crusade “In the next five years I am convinced that Britain is going to have a spiritual awakening such as you have not had since Wesley.” – Billy Graham’s first address of the London Crusade, 1st March 1954. On that first meeting a great crowd flocked forward in …

Franklin Graham: Thank You

  “Thank you for your prayers and for your support. This last year is the one of the busiest season we’ve ever had for the proclamation of the Gospel … Thank you, and God bless each and every one.” – Franklin Graham, President & CEO Look back at how God used the ministry to bring …

Hundreds of Germans Discover Their Need for Jesus Christ

Photo above: More than 6,900 people attended the Festival of Hope in Essen, Germany, filling the Grugahalle arena and spilling into an overflow area until no more seats were available. The event was the largest gathering of its kind in this region since Billy Graham preached at the same venue three decades ago. Franklin Graham …

Chaplains Responding in Aftermath of Deadly Maui Wildfires

The Billy Graham Rapid Response Team (BG-RRT) is ministering in Maui after wildfire claimed more than 100 lives with many others still missing. Strong winds from Hurricane Dora 800 miles to the south caused flames to spread quickly on the island, decimating the beach town of Lahaina. Some residents were forced to run into the …

Chaplains Minister in Wimbledon After Fatal School Car Crash

The news of the tragic car crash that killed two children in Wimbledon, London, broke the hearts of many. Last week, a vehicle crashed into a school building where an end-of-term tea party had been taking place which killed two schoolgirls and injured many more. Chaplains from The Billy Graham Rapid Response Team (BG-RRT) have …