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This state-of-the-art facility opened in 2022 to preserve the historical records of Billy Graham and allow researchers, seminary students, ministry leaders, and others to study these multimedia files up close, including his sermon notes, photos, video and audio files, and correspondence. Training rooms in the nearby Billy Graham Library offer seminars in evangelism, based upon the principles used by Billy Graham and his team.
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A charter member of the ECFA since 1979, BGEA proclaims the Gospel of Jesus Christ around the world through a variety of outreach programs including in-person events; an evangelistic website with live chat 24/7; a 24-hour prayer line; a regular schedule of television, radio, and internet programs; online discipleship and evangelism training; partnerships with churches; and print publications including the ministry’s magazine, Decision, which is published 11 times a year.
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The Billy Graham Rapid Response Team is deploying to southwest Florida after Hurricane Ian slammed into the coast with 150-mph winds, a storm surge as high as 18 feet. Countless home have been flooded and millions without power.
A team of 20 chaplains are deploying across the area to share the love of Christ and pray with hurting individuals in the aftermath of this catastrophic storm and 500-year flood.
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BGEA is sharing the Gospel 24/7 through the Search for Jesus internet evangelism ministry. Lost and hurting people turn to the Internet with the deepest cries of their heart, and through social media and online ads, these individuals find our websites in six of the world’s top languages and in American Sign Language. Trained volunteers answer questions, pray, and follow up with those making spiritual commitments—and help them find a church where they can grow in their faith.
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The Billy Graham Rapid Response Team was created following the attacks of 9/11. Since then, the ministry has grown into an international network of chaplains—in the United States, Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom—trained to offer hope in the aftermath of man-made and natural disasters. Volunteer chaplains provide hope and comfort in the name of Jesus to victims of unexpected grief and trauma, many of whom come to Christ. Since 2002, BGEA has sent chaplains to hundreds of disaster zones.
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The Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove—located near Asheville, N.C.—offers year-round programs and workshops where the only textbook is the Bible. Well-known Christian pastors and Bible teachers train believers to grow in their faith. Special programs for church leaders, military and law enforcement couples, women, and seniors are also offered as well as evening concert events.
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In 2016, Franklin Graham traveled to all 50 states, holding evangelistic prayer events on or near state capitol grounds. Each event included a Gospel message and invited participants to make a decision for Jesus Christ. This outreach continues as Franklin travels to specific regions across America for one-day events held in partnership with local churches—including 2022’s Franklin Graham God Loves You Tour that includes six cities across Pennsylvania, Ohio, Michigan, Wisconsin, and Minnesota.
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The Billy Graham Library, in Charlotte, N.C., features multimedia displays and galleries that chronicle the life and ministry of evangelist Billy Graham. The Library’s tour, called the “Journey of Faith,” shares the same Gospel message he proclaimed across the globe during his lifetime. More than 1.6 million people from over 70 countries have visited since its opening in 2007. In 2022, the Library closed to the public to upgrade and refresh the Journey of Faith tour, providing a new experience f
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Since 1950, Crusades have been a primary focus of the ministry, with the purpose of presenting the Gospel and inviting participants to make a decision for Jesus Christ. BGEA partners with local churches in a host city for months of prayer, planning, and preparation, leading up to a powerful outreach. Led by evangelists Franklin or Will Graham, these events include popular Christian music. After each event, trained counselors facilitate connecting new believers with a local Bible-believing church
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