“America’s Pastor” has passed away at 99

Billy Graham passed away at 99.

Billy Graham passed away at 99. PC: @thecovenc

Yesterday, Reverend Billy Graham passed away at his WNC home in Montreat at the age of 99. Known as “America’s Pastor,” Rev. Graham was a NC native, born in Charlotte, who made his mark as one of the greatest religious leaders in history.

Mr. Graham left many prints on America. From being a close ally of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., to founding The Cove (a Christian training + worship center) in the 1980’s, meeting with many U.S. presidents12 in fact, to missionaries, movements and more.

Learn more interesting facts about Billy Graham here + to learn about his life and impact here.

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