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Billy Graham, reaching the last person in the last row
By Ken Garfield — February 22, 2018
(RNS) — His fragile humanity came through, even in his younger, more electrifying days, deepening his connection with the masses, helping people see that he was one of them, on the same journey, facing the same struggles.
Unification Church does not encourage firearm use
By Delta Systems — February 22, 2018
After the tragic recent events last week in Parkland, Florida, Family Federation (FFWPU) wishes to express our condolences to the families of the victims of such a horrendous incident. We would also like to take this opportunity to stress that our events, religious ceremonies and theology do not involve the use of firearms or weapons whatsoever.
At the Olympics, thousands of missionaries compete for souls
By Madeline C. Mulkey — February 22, 2018
PYEONGCHANG, South Korea (RNS) — Teams of Christians — Baptists, Mormons, Jehovah's Witnesses and more — aim to save souls at the Winter Games.
Evangelicals deeply concerned about U.S. recognition of Jerusalem as capital of Israel
By Delta Systems — February 22, 2018
As followers of Christ, we share a hope that the Holy Land–the birthplace of our Lord and Savior and the Promised Land of the Israelite Patriarchs–will be a land of peace where divine justice, as expressed through the Jewish prophets, can reign. We recognize the historical significance of this land to the Jewish people, who […]
Private funeral and weeklong events planned for Billy Graham
By Yonat Shimron — February 21, 2018
DURHAM, N.C. (RNS) — The funeral service will be held under a tent, similar to the one the evangelist preached under in Los Angeles in 1949, a revival that catapulted him into the public eye.
Billy Graham’s new home, by Franklin Graham
By Franklin Graham — February 21, 2018
(USA Today) — Franklin Graham remembers his father, Billy Graham: 'While many around the world mourn his physical death, he is now celebrating the eternal life he spent over 70 years telling millions of people about.'
Special coverage of the life and legacy of Billy Graham
By Delta Systems — February 21, 2018
In the wake of the death of Billy Graham, America's most famous evangelist, Religion News Service is offering a comprehensive array of stories and commentary on his extraordinary life and more than half century of ministry.
Offstage and on, Billy Graham’s ministry was a team effort
By Adelle M. Banks — February 21, 2018
(RNS) — Evangelist Billy Graham may have been the name and face behind the microphone on many a crusade stage, but the team that supported him on and off that stage was an integral part of his ministry.
Billy Graham never lived in Texas but belonged to a Dallas church for 54 years
By Bobby Ross Jr. — February 21, 2018
DALLAS (RNS) — Why did Graham place membership at a church nearly 1,000 miles from his home in Montreat, N.C.?
Because of Billy Graham, the world will never be the same
By A. Larry Ross — February 21, 2018
DALLAS (RNS) — As we mourn the passing of Billy Graham, let's remember a man who faithfully and fervently served God in his generation.
Where did Billy Graham preach?
By Adelle M. Banks — February 21, 2018
(RNS) — Across the decades, Billy Graham preached to more than 210 million people in more than 185 countries across the world.
Billy Graham: He kept the faith and (mostly) dropped the politics
By RNS staff — February 21, 2018
WASHINGTON (RNS) — Billy Graham is remembered for a subtle approach to politics that contrasts sharply with many of today's openly political evangelicals.
Billy Graham, an evangelistic ‘Lion in Winter’
By A. James Rudin — February 21, 2018
(RNS) — No one knows how history will ultimately treat Billy Graham. But I am certain we shall never see his like again.
‘Just As I Am’ was Billy Graham’s signature hymn
By Kevin Eckstrom — February 21, 2018
(RNS) — But 'Just As I Am' was more than a favorite Graham hymn.
Photos of the Week: The life of Billy Graham
By Sally Morrow — February 21, 2018
(RNS) — The story of the evangelist's life, told in pictures.
