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To a city still inundated with economic and political uncertainties six months after Hurricane Katrina, Billy Graham and Franklin Graham brought messages of spiritual hope and renewal at the New Orleans Arena, March 11–12.
The Grahams spoke at Celebration of Hope, one of the first major public events held in the Crescent City since Katrina struck with her category-four fury on August 29. More than 30,000 people flocked to the Arena, next door to the still badly damaged Superdome, to listen to the evangelists proclaim the sure and certain love of Jesus Christ in the midst of life’s storms.
Over 1,360 made decisions for Christ during the weekend event, supported by 215 churches across the New Orleans metro area. Some came forward out of overflow crowds gathered in the shadow of the Superdome on Sunday as Billy Graham spoke publicly for the first time since last June in New York City.
“God loves us with an everlasting love,” Graham said. “Christ endured physical and spiritual death so that we could be saved through faith in repentance in Him.”
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An overflow crowd watches Billy Graham speak on a large screen outside New Orleans Arena. |
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Please Pray |
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For Evacuees
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That God’s peace and love would reign in the midst of change. |
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That family members would be reunited. |
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That they would have adequate food, shelter, clothing, and transportation. |
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That they would have fair and quick settlements with insurance companies and the government. |
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That they would have wisdom to rebuild or relocate. |
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That there would be an openness to the Gospel message. |
For Churches:
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That pastors would have endurance and wisdom as they serve their congregations and communities. |
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That acts of compassion and kindness would soften the hearts of those needing to respond to the Gospel. |
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That this would be an opportunity for church leaders to unite in proclaiming the Gospel daily. |
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That spiritual awakening would take place across New Orleans and the Gulf Coast. |
For First Responders (Police, Firefighters, Emergency Medical Workers, and the Military):
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That they would have physical and emotional strength to respond appropriately in all situations. |
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That there would be adequate housing so that families of first responders can be reunited. |
For Federal, State, and Local Officials:
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That they would have knowledge in evaluating the infrastructure of communities impacted by winds and flooding. |
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That they would receive guidance in determining what is best for communities now and in the years to come. |
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That they would have adequate food, shelter, clothing, and transportation. |
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That they would have discernment in the distribution of trailers for temporary housing. |
For Celebration of Hope ... that those who have committed their lives to Jesus Christ would grow in their new faith. |
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- CONTACT CELEBRATION OF HOPE
- Phone: 1-877-733-5243
Address: 401 Market Street, Suite 700, Shreveport, LA 71101
E-mail: celebrationofhope@bgea.org
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