Statement from Former U. S. President Jimmy Carter on the Passing of Rev. Billy Graham

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
 Contact: Deanna.Congileo@cartercenter.org

Rosalynn and I are deeply saddened to learn of the death of The Reverend Billy Graham. Tirelessly spreading a message of fellowship and hope, he shaped the spiritual lives of tens of millions of people worldwide. Broad-minded, forgiving, and humble in his treatment of others, he exemplified the life of Jesus Christ by constantly reaching out for opportunities to serve. He had an enormous influence on my own spiritual life, and I was pleased to count Reverend Graham among my advisers and friends.

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