Franklin Graham
William Franklin Graham III (born July 14, 1952) is an American evangelist and missionary in the evangelical movement. He frequently engages in Christian revival tours and political commentary. The son of Billy Graham, he is president and CEO of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) and of Samaritan's Purse, an international Christian relief organization. Graham became a "committed Christian" in 1974 and was ordained in 1982, and has since become a public speaker and author.
Franklin Graham | |
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Born | William Franklin Graham III July 14, 1952 |
Education | LeTourneau University Montreat College (AS) Appalachian State University (BA) |
Occupation | Christian evangelist |
Political party | Republican (before 2015) Independent (2015–present) |
Spouse |
Jane Cunningham (m. 1974) |
Children | 4, including Will |
Parent(s) | Billy Graham Ruth Graham |
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