
October 13, 2011
Rapid Response Team Covering the Map
From a tiny town in Alaska to the Outer Banks of North Carolina, the Rapid Response chaplains are finding open doors to pray and share the love of Christ with hurting disaster victims.
October 4, 2011
Rapid Response Team Ministers to Another Billy Graham
When the Rapid Response chaplains saw Billy Graham's name on a mold removal truck, they knew that God had orchestrated a divine appointment in Minot, N.D.
September 13, 2011
Hurricane Irene Leaves Many Wondering 'Why?'
Hurricane Irene blasted more than 1,500 houses in New Bern and left hundreds of millions in North Carolina damages, leaving homeowners with one main question.
September 12, 2011
Rapid Response Team Adding Student Chaplains
Witnessing teens ministering to other teens in the wake of a disaster sparked a new ministry idea for the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team.
September 9, 2011
'A Cry In Our Hearts'
The events of 9/11 have forever impacted the church in New York City.
August 15, 2011
Salvation Stories from Minot, N.D.
Sharing the comfort and hope of Christ to those who are hurting, the Billy Graham Rapid Response chaplains are being used to lead many people to the Lord in Minot, N.D.
August 4, 2011
Looking for Answers in Minot, N.D.
First Assembly of God in Minot, N.D., has been a beacon of hope in a time where over a fourth of its residents have been displaced because of the severe flooding. The Billy Graham Rapid Response Team has been deployed to assist as there are far more questions than answers.
July 26, 2011
A Flood of Compassion
Media may have forgotten about the flood in Minot, N.D., but the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team hasn’t. Now that flood waters have receded, the work of cleanup and heart restoration has just begun.
July 1, 2011
A Moving End to Tuscaloosa Deployment
Just before the Rapid Response Team concludes its two-month deployment in Tuscaloosa, a widow finally understands the plan of Salvation in emotional meeting.
June 28, 2011
Mizzou Football Team Helps Joplin Bounce Back
Missouri offensive lineman Mark Hill comes to lend a hand to his former hometown, and brings help.
June 20, 2011
God's Love Continues to Permeate Tuscaloosa
Almost two months after a massive Tornado rocked Tuscaloosa, Ala., debris is still being cleared and the Rapid Response Team continues to minister to the storm survivors.
June 16, 2011
A Story of God's Protection in Joplin
Driving head into one of the deadliest tornadoes in U.S. history, Cheryl and her two daughters experienced God's hand of protection that will change their lives forever.
June 6, 2011
Moments of Mercy
Comforting a grieving mother. Rejoicing that a deceased couple is reunited in heaven. Delivering a Bible. Countless acts of mercy make up a Rapid Response Team chaplain's day.
June 2, 2011
After the Twister: One Church’s Story
The pastor whose church is hosting Rapid Response Team chaplains in Joplin shares prayer requests and stories of how members are faring in the aftermath of the killer tornado.
May 30, 2011
A Memorial Day to Remember
Franklin and Will Graham spent Memorial Day in Joplin, Missouri, encouraging Rapid Response Team chaplains and Samaritan’s Purse volunteers, and praying with survivors who shared stories of tragedy and triumph.
May 26, 2011
Grief and Crisis Training in Japan
As conditions continue to weigh on the hearts of the Japanese people, the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team is training church leaders in Grief and Crisis Training and hosting much-needed pastor's retreats.
May 25, 2011
Rapid Response Team Shares Hope in Joplin
In May and June of 2011, the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team chaplains ministered to over 4,000 people in Joplin, Mo., sharing the love and hope of Christ in the aftermath of an EF5 tornado that killed 160 and left over $2 billion worth of damage.
May 23, 2011
Pray for the Joplin Tornado Victims
The Billy Graham Rapid Response Team is heading to Joplin, Mo. to assess how to best respond in the aftermath of a deadly tornado.
May 18, 2011
Chaplains Connect People With Hope in Alabama, Japan, Haiti
With chaplains serving in Alabama, Japan and Haiti, the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team continues to minister to people who have lost everything due to tornadoes, tsunamis and earthquakes. Despite these uncertain times, the message of hope is an unchanging truth.
May 7, 2011
Michael W. Smith Blesses Tornado Victims
When Michael W. Smith jumped in to help tornado victims in Alabama, he was living out principles in his latest book, "A Simple Blessing."





















