Pastor to the Presidents
“You and Ruth must be here for our library dedication May 22.” The note came from the desk of former President Lyndon Johnson to Rev. and Mrs. Graham in 1971. …
Blogging Year in Review: 6 Most Popular Posts from 2012
As we near the end of the year, we are taking a look back at a few of the most popular posts from 2012. These posts were the most read, shared and commented-on posts of the year. These are the 6 most popular posts of the past year.
The Preacher and the Presidents
There’s still time to get an up close and personal look at Billy Graham’s relationships with presidents and world leaders. Come see the exhibit “Billy Graham: God’s Ambassador to World Leaders,” on display now through the end of October.
There’s a Purpose
ix months after the assassination of President Kennedy, on May 17, 1964, a special memorial service was held at Kenan Stadium on the campus of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Billy Graham offered a tribute to the President, in which he shares a personal memory of an important conversation.
New Exhibit: God’s Ambassador to World Leaders
We have just unveiled a new exhibit at the Billy Graham Library called “Billy Graham: God’s Ambassador to World Leaders.” It showcases Billy Graham’s relationships with United States presidents, as well as other heads of state and world leaders.
This Date in History: July 14, 1950 – Billy Graham’s First White House Visit
On July 14, 1950, a young Billy Graham made his first visit to the White House, for a meeting with President Truman. He brought along Crusade team members Grady Wilson, Cliff Barrows and Jerry Beaven. He details the account in the opening pages of Just As I Am.
Billy Graham: Pastor to Presidents
Every U.S. President since World War II has met with Billy Graham. Billy Graham has often said, “Whether the story of Christ is told in a huge stadium, across the …