Serving Those Who Serve: Billy Graham Library Hosts Military Luncheon

By   •   July 10, 2015

Group eating
The Billy Graham Library hosted a Military Appreciation Luncheon Friday, July 10, to honor those who served and are serving the country. Each participant received a copy of Psalm 91: God’s Shield of Protection, a military-edition book full of stories about God protecting troops.
Cindy singing
Cindy Kessler sang "The Battle Hymn of the Republic" and "God Bless America." The crowd gave her a standing ovation.
Men walking
Arriving to the Library, all smiles.
Saying pledge
Saying the Pledge of Allegiance. The Library hosted two separate luncheons this year to accommodate those interested in attending.
Man saluting
A respectful salute.
Uncle and niece
Travis McDowell brought his niece to the luncheon.
Leon Threatt
Pastor Leon Threatt, a former Marine, spoke about the importance of serving God and country—and how we can't let outside influences destroy America's unity.
Serving barbecue
Serving up hot barbecue.
Taking tour
Many went through The Journey of Faith tour, which documents Billy Graham's ministry around the globe and how God has used him to spread the Gospel. The Library currently includes a special military exhibit.
Praying
Air Force chaplain Debra Kidd led the group in prayer.