Denver Post archiveMAY 25 1953 - Evangelist Billy Graham shields his eyes from the bright Denver sunlight as he and his wife were greeted by Dr. C. Oscar Johnson of St. Louis on their arrival by train Monday. The Rev. Mr. Graham will address the American Baptist convention session here Tuesday night.
Dean Conger, The Denver PostMAY 27 1953 - Here is the Rev. Billy Graham, America's No. 1 evangelist, in a familiar pose as he delivered sermon at city auditorium which climaxed the big week-long Baptist convention in Denver.
MAY 25 1953 - Billy Graham urges audience at Lowry air force base to turn to the Bible to learn more about God. The popular Christian leader will address Baptist convention Tuesday night.
Denver Post archiveMAY 13 1965 - Crowds Gear for Graham Crusade Denver claimed the all-time Billy Graham Crusade record for attendance at a single night's training session for crusade counselors-2,600-last week at Calvary Temple, above. Denver places third in counselor training attendance for any Graham Crusade in the U.S.A., led by Los Angeles, Calif., first, and Chicago, second, officials said.
David Mathias, The Denver PostAPR 11 1962 - Evangelist Billy Graham Arrives In Denver The Rev. Dr. Graham, left, National Assn. of Evangelicals speaker; and the Rev. Dr. David Hood, NAE chairman.
Ira Gay Sealy, The Denver PostAUG 25 1965 - Gerri Von Frellick Holds Umbrella Over Billy Graham, Left; Next to Von Frellick are the Rev. Roy S. Newlin, pastor of the Belcaro Evangelical Free Church, and Dr. Arthur L. Miller, right, of the Montview Presbyterian Church.
Ira Gay Sealy, The Denver PostAUG 22 1965 - Rev. Billy Graham and his wife Ruth in Denver.
Duane Howell, The Denver PostAUG 30 1965 - Graham, Billy - Denver Crusade; A portion of the est. 31,000 persons who heard Graham Mon. night.
Denver Post archiveAUG 30 1965 - An unidentified "Inquirer" Carries a little girl during Billy Graham's Colorado Crusade. He came forward to sign pledge of commitment to Christ.
Bill Peters, The Denver PostAUG 27 1965 - A crowd gathered to hear Billy Graham speak in Denver.
Denver Post archiveAUG 27 1965 - Evangelist Billy Graham Delivers His Sermon He preaches with his whole body to bring his message.
Bill Peters, The Denver PostAUG 27 1965 - A crowd gathered to hear Billy Graham speak in Denver.
Denver Post archiveSEP 1 1965 - Billy Graham Addresses Men's Service Clubs at Wednesday Luncheon Seated at right is Mayor Tom Currigan who gave his remarks after Graham's address.
Duane Howell, The Denver PostSEP 4 1965 - At Last, Colorado Saw Billy Graham in Person "I Preach to reach the listener in the very top row," the evangelist said.
Duane Howell, The Denver PostAUG 30 1965 - Graham Crusade Points at Youth; A battery of lights at Bears Stadium shines behind evangelist Billy Graham Monday night as he points to youth in his serman before an estimated 31,000. Graham said many of today's youth are "without God-restless, empty, bored-searching for something to march for." Then he called for the young people to "come down and commit yourselves to Christ," and about 1,800 came down.
Jay Dickman, The Denver PostJUL 18 1987 - Choir members practice on Thursday night for Billy Grahams crusade.
Bill Peters, The Denver PostJUN 3 1970 - Billy Graham
Susan Biddle, The Denver PostJuly 1987 - Bill Knoll, a member of happy church, prays in the sky box his church rented for prayer during Billy Graham's nightly crusade addresses.
Denver Post archiveJUL 26 1987 - A bus load of folks headed for the Billy Graham Crusade from Wiggins, Colo.
Susan Biddle, The Denver PostJuly 1987 - Several of the new sky boxes at Mile Hi Stadium are being used as prayer boxes during Billy Graham's crusade. The people in them pray throughout Graham's address. These people are from the Reverand Jack La Pietra's New Life in Christ Church on Clay St. in Denver. They were praying for the people coming forward from the stands to initiate a relationship with Christ and for the Counselors who work with thses people. They were also praying for youths and singles to come forward as that was Braham's topic.
Jay Dickman, The Denver PostJuly 16, 1987 - Upon leaving Mile High stadium during choir rehearsal and dedication of the stadium in Denver, Bill Graham stops to hug 3 1/2 year old Ryan Sanders as his father, Norman, a member of the crusade from Sioux city, watches.
Susan Biddle, The Denver PostJuly 1987 People sing during the Rocky Mountain Billy Graham Crusade.
Denver Post archiveJUN 15 1987 Hundreds of people responded to the call of Rev. Billy Graham Sunday and came forward to show their faith. Some wiped tears away while others stood quietly. Sunday was the final day of the Wyoming Crusade, held in Frontier Days Stadium in Cheyenne.
Karl Gehring, The Denver PostJUN 14 1987; The Rev Billy Graham bowed in silent prayer before addressing church leaders Saturday.
Lyn Alweis, The Denver PostJUL 20 1987 - Dan Reeves, Hulk Hogan, Rev. Billy Graham at Mile Hi stadium; Rocky Mountain Billy Graham Crusade.
Denver Post archiveJUL 18 1987 Musical and program director Cliff Barrows directs the choir in a song Thursday night. He's been with Billy Graham since 1945.
Susan Biddle, The Denver PostOctober 1, 1987 - Billy Graham drives to his house on mountain top above Montreat, NC. Security gate opener on visor.
Susan Biddle, The Denver PostAPR 19 1987 - Billy Graham in the back yard of his home in Montreat North Carolina. His home was made from two old log cabins.
Denver Post archive10-1987 Billy Graham in living room of his home on Mountain above Montreat, N.C.
Susan Biddle, The Denver PostJUL 16 1987 - Billy Graham speaks to reporters at press conf. before opening of his crusade Friday, July 17.
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MAY 25 1953 - Evangelist Billy Graham shields his eyes from the bright Denver sunlight as he and his wife were greeted by Dr. C. Oscar Johnson of St. Louis on their arrival by train Monday. The Rev. Mr. Graham will address the American Baptist convention session here Tuesday night.
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