Greg Laurie to Honor Billy Graham at European Congress
Pastor Accepts Invitation to Share Tribute Mission at Major Evangelism Gathering Next Week
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Greg Laurie, senior pastor of Harvest Christian Fellowship in Riverside, California, has accepted a special invitation to present at next week’s European Congress of Evangelism. In a heartfelt Instagram post, Laurie made clear his desire to carry on the legacy of his longtime friend and mentor, legendary evangelist Billy Graham.
Honoring A Legend
“It was always the top priority of my friend and mentor, Billy Graham, to spread the gospel across the world in unique and innovative ways,” Laurie wrote. His post went on: “In an effort to continue to honor and live out his legacy, I have accepted the distinct honor of presenting at the European Congress of Evangelism next week.” He also encouraged followers to pick up his new book, Billy Graham: The Man I Knew, available as a gift for any donation via the link in his bio.
Laurie’s relationship with Graham dates back to the early 1980s, when the young pastor first met the famed evangelist backstage at a crusade event. Over the decades, Graham offered guidance and friendship, often sharing wisdom about large-scale outreach campaigns. Laurie’s own Harvest Crusades—mass evangelism events launched in 1990—owe a clear debt to Graham’s pioneering approach.
About The European Congress Of Evangelism
The European Congress of Evangelism (ECE) is among the oldest and most respected global gatherings of Christian leaders and lay ministers. Organized by the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, the congress meets every few years to equip participants with strategies for sharing their faith across diverse cultural contexts. Past hosts have included Strasbourg, Amsterdam, Berlin and Madrid; locations are chosen to reflect the continent’s changing spiritual landscape.
This year’s congress will feature keynote addresses, training workshops and networking sessions aimed at empowering local evangelists. Laurie will deliver a message titled “Continuing the Gospel’s Legacy,” focusing on how new technologies and social platforms can amplify traditional outreach methods.
Laurie’s Call To Action
Beyond his speaking engagement, Laurie is using the moment to spotlight his recently published memoir, Billy Graham: The Man I Knew. The volume blends personal anecdotes with reflections on Graham’s career, from Decision Magazine’s founding to his worldwide crusade tours. Laurie and his team are offering the book at no cost to new donors, hoping to inspire a fresh generation of readers.
On Instagram, Laurie has praised his followers’ engagement with daily devotions and online sermons. His Harvest+ app streams weekly messages and archived crusade footage to millions around the globe. As part of his build-up to the congress, Laurie plans special live broadcasts and Q&A sessions, inviting supporters to ask how they can join in global outreach efforts.
Billy Graham’s impact is hard to overstate: By some estimates, more than 215 million people attended his public events, and billions watched his televised crusades. Laurie says the European Congress provides a fitting venue to showcase how Graham’s methods can adapt to 21st-century media while staying true to Scripture’s core message.
As Laurie’s post reminds us, evangelism remains a central element of his ministry. By blending personal tribute with strategic outreach, he hopes to both honor his mentor and spark new interest in a Gospel that transcends cultural and linguistic barriers.
Whether in packed stadiums or through a smartphone screen, Laurie’s address at the European Congress of Evangelism next week will be a clear signal that Billy Graham’s mission lives on—and that fresh voices are ready to carry the torch forward.
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