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Franklin Graham among special guests to take part in Global Focus Week events

Next week, Liberty University will celebrate Global Focus Week (GFW) with special guest speakers and events hosted throughout the week, starting Monday, Oct. 8. GFW, held each semester, is aimed at raising global awareness among Liberty students, faculty, and staff. Throughout the week, students will have the opportunity to experience a variety of cultures and participate in interactive events. (See the full list of events on the LU Serve website.)

GFW Convocations

 

Jim CymbalaMonday, Oct. 8:

Monday’s Convo Select in the Concert Hall at the Center for Music and the Worship Arts will feature Jim Cymbala, pastor of the Brooklyn Tabernacle in New York. He is the author of the best-selling books “Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire” andFresh Power: What Happens When God Leads and You Follow.

 

Wednesday, Oct. 10:

Franklin GrahamSamaritan’s Purse President and CEO Franklin Graham will speak in Convocation. The non-denominational evangelical Christian international relief organization aids the world’s poor, sick, and suffering by providing effective means of reaching hurting people in countries around the world with food, medicine, and other assistance.

During GFW, Samaritan’s Purse will showcase their Emergency Field Hospital on the Academic Lawn. Students can interact with the organization’s volunteers and find out how they can get involved.

 



 

Bob GoffFriday’s Convocation will not have a Global Focus Week speaker, but Liberty is proud to welcome best-selling author Bob Goff. He is the author of “Love Does” and “Everybody Always.” After practicing law for 25 years, Goff has dedicated his life to humanitarian work and encouraging others through public speaking. His non-profit organization Love Does works to fight for freedom and human rights for children in conflict zones.

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