Footprints of a Pilgrim: A Dramatic Presentation of the Life of Ruth Bell Graham

by Ruth Bell Graham

(Lillenas Publications). Find out where one pilgrim's footprints started and where they've led in an incredible story of perseverance and strength that will delight any audience. Footprints of a Pilgrim takes a journey with one of the most beloved Christian women of our time the late Ruth Bell Graham. Walk with Ruth from her childhood days with her missionary parents in China to meeting and falling in love with the now world-renowned Reverend Billy Graham; to days of travel and politics; even to becoming a mother and a grandmother. Written by Mrs. Graham and adapted into script by professional theatre company, The Lamb's Players, the play offers insight on family relationships, grace, and why faith is important in anyone's life. The small cast and simple setting make it easy for any church or theatre to stage. Glimpse into the Graham family life, and take away words and wisdom from the heart of Ruth Bell Graham.

72 pages, Paperback

First published October 30, 2001

About the author

Ruth Graham was born in China; her parents were American medical missionaries at the Presbyterian Hospital 300 miles north of Shanghai. Ruth was a Christian from an early age. She graduated from Wheaton College, Illinois, where she met her future husband Billy Graham. They were married on August 13, 1943 in Montreat, NC when she was 23. Her husband became a full time evangelist preaching the gospel all over the world. She loved to move behind the scenes, away from the spotlight, and helped him craft and research sermons and even books. She wrote as an emotional release, while her husband was so often on the road. Ruth convinced Billy to move the family to Montreat, near her parents, when their first child was on the way. Her ministry flourished in the mountains of western North Carolina, where she built the family homestead and raised five children. Ruth and Billy were married over 65 years and had 19 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. Ruth Graham died at the age of 87.

Reviews

[ME · Rating 3 out of 5]

A sweet if organizationally muddled memoir and collection of Ruth Graham's poetry. Enticing.

[Emily Strite · Rating 4 out of 5]

Amazing autobiography of Ruth Bell Graham, filled with poetry, pictures, and wisdom!