New Era of “Beautiful Bibles for a Beautiful Faith” for Mainline Churches as Zondervan, the World’s Leading Bible Publisher, Expands Its Publishing Portfolio with the New Revised Standard Version

Zondervan, a division of HarperCollins Christian Publishing, has long been known for its wide range of elegantly designed Bibles for the evangelical market, in translations such as the NIV and NKJV. Now, as it takes the reins of the publishing giant’s line of New Revised Standard (NRSV) Bibles, Zondervan intends to bring that same elegance and attention to detail to new editions of the NRSV.

Prepared by the National Council of Churches and first released in 1989, the NRSV is the only widely ecumenical translation, vetted by Protestant, Roman Catholic, Orthodox, Evangelical, and Jewish scholars. Many Mainline Protestant churches officially accept or recommend the NRSV to their members, and the translation is also widely used by Roman Catholics. The three editions of the NRSV add to its ecumenical appeal:

• the NRSV common edition, containing the 66 books of the Old and New Testaments
• the NRSV with Apocrypha, placing these books between the Old and New Testaments
• the NRSV Catholic Edition, containing the 66 books of the common edition as well as 7 Deuterocanonical books following the order of the Vulgate.

The rule of the NRSV translating committee was “As literal as possible, as free as necessary,” rendering the NRSV both a literal and elegant, readable translation. The NRSV is also a direct descendant of the King James, American Standard Version, and Revised Standard Version Bibles, passing on the richest and most influential works in the English language while thoroughly updating words, phrases, and grammar.

Zondervan has developed an exclusive new easy-to-read typeface for the NRSV. Comfort Print® delivers an exceptionally smooth reading experience, with a well-crafted, highly-readable style that aids comprehension—essential, since a typical Bible has 800,000 words and 4 million letters.

“The NRSV typeface was developed in partnership with 2K/DENMARK, and the design inspiration for the font family came from 1901, when the legacy of the NRSV stretched back to its roots in the ASV. Vibrant, rich colors dominated the art and liturgical scene, along with exquisitely crafted typefaces. That was our inspiration for the creation of the Zondervan NRSV Comfort Print Typeface, as well as for our bold, beautiful packaging and cover designs.” said Melinda Bouma, Publisher Zondervan Bibles.

Zondervan’s plans for the NRSV include several exciting new editions. First up is an NRSV edition of the award-winning Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible, published March 12, 2019. Featuring notes by scholars Dr. John H. Walton, an Old Testament expert, and Dr. Craig S. Keener, whose scholarship focuses on the New Testament, the study Bible offers readers a “behind-the-scenes” tour of the ancient world, offering deeper insights into even the most familiar passages.

In April, Zondervan will release a range of beautifully-designed text Bibles, in keeping with their motto for the NRSV: “Beautiful Bibles for a Beautiful Faith.” Whether paperback or bonded leather, Thinline, Thinline Large Print, Pew & Worship, Premium Gift, or Gift & Award, each edition is handsome and highly readable, thanks to the Comfort Print typeface. For the full lineup including downloadable Comfort Print text samples, visit www.NewRevisedStandard.com.

Zondervan is the world’s leading Bible publisher and provider of Christian communications. Zondervan, part of HarperCollins Christian Publishing, Inc., delivers transformational Christian experiences through its bestselling Bibles, books, curriculum, academic resources and digital products. The Company’s products are sold worldwide and have been translated into nearly 200 languages. Zondervan offices are located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. For additional information, please visitwww.zondervan.com.

Contact: Kelly Hughes, 312-280-8126 kelly@dechanthughes.com

Film shares powerful story of a wife, mother, and friend sharing her long goodbye after a cancer diagnosis.
Film to release on the 4^th anniversary of Kara’s homecoming

Los Angeles, CA – In 2014 and 2015, one young woman in Colorado dared to explore the raw edges of dying with grace and dignity in real time, and, in the process, unknowingly impacted tens of thousands around the world. Now, her powerful story is being shared in the documentary THE LONG GOODBYE: The Kara Tippetts Story, distributed through Ocean Avenue Entertainment and available on DVD and digital channels, on the 4^th anniversary of her passing, March 22.

A new trailer for the film has just been released:  https://youtu.be/ToS3zVdZlqQ

Kara was a 38-year old pastor’s wife and mother of four young children who had begun a mommy blog titled “Mundane Faithfulness”, sharing the concept of parenting with kindness. The website already had a successful following when she began facing and processing a cancer diagnosis on the site. The site became a sacred space, as people around the world were touched by Kara’s faith, honesty, and candor. She allowed the world to walk with her as she chronicled first what it meant to be a young wife and mother battling a disease, and then ultimately what it means to live and die, with love and dignity.

Kara was thrust into the spotlight with her letter to Brittany Maynard going viral.  Kara’s vulnerability had an incredible impact on thousands of people around the world, and grew that community of support in surprising ways.  Faith influencers from around the globe began to find ways to assist Kara by sharing her posts, sending personal messages, serving the family’s needs, as well as just becoming her friend.  A few of these friends have reflected on her life:

“I want more of what Kara Tippetts had.” – Ann Voskamp, Kara’s writing mentor

“I think Kara and I both understand that deep suffering stretches the capacity of the soul.” -Joni Eareckson Tada

“The impact of her life was huge. I’m blessed to know her.” – Joanna Gaines

During her journey with cancer, Kara was able to write and publish three books, including Just Show Up: The Dance of Walking Through Suffering Together and And It was Beautiful: Celebrating Life in the Midst of the Long Good-Bye.  Her third book, The Hardest Peace: Expecting Grace in the Midst of Life’s Hard, won the 2015 ECPA Christian Book Award® in the Inspiration category. The award was announced after Kara’s passing, but she had been informed of the win in her final days.

Kara’s story came to the attention of filmmakers Jay and Sofia Lyons early after her diagnosis, and the couple felt led to do something for her. Sofia states how God led them down a path to create the film by a series of ‘breadcrumbs’: “First, we just wanted to do something special for Kara and her family. This evolved into creating a 7-minute video about her life, which ultimately opened up a conversation about fully documenting her last few months on earth.

“Sharing this time with her family was nothing short of a holy experience.”

One of the unique views of THE LONG GOODBYE is experiencing their local community that gathered to help the family in their time of need. “Their impact in Kara’s story is remarkable. These friends walked alongside the Tippetts through every aspect of her diagnosis, and truly show us how to love and honor someone who is at the end of their journey.”

“We know that Kara’s story will continue to have an incredible impact,” continues Jay. “Cancer and other similar diseases are impossibly prevalent in our society. If we aren’t personally facing any number of health crises, we know someone who is. Kara helps us understand what it means to be facing an impossible health battle. She helps us understand how God walks with us in our pain. She helps us understand what it means to say goodbye with grace and an abundance of love.”

In association with Freely, LLC, THE LONG GOODBYE: The Kara Tippetts Story will be available March 22 on DVD and Digital formats. http://karatippettsdocumentary.com/

About Ocean Avenue Entertainment: 
Ocean Avenue Entertainment, Inc. is the destination for productions that offer hope to audiences looking for inspiration in entertainment. Ocean Avenue is committed to releasing inspiring and redemptive films and television programming. Its distribution strategy optimizes each release platform to find the widest possible audience theatrically on VOD, DVD and ultimately on streaming sites like Netflix and Amazon Prime. For more information, please visit www.oceanave.tv.

About Freely:
Freely specializes in projects that touch the human spirit.  Freely is building content across all platforms including film, TV, live events, digital media, and has recently launched a talent management division. www.freely.com

For more information, to receive a screener, or to schedule and interview, please contact:
Lori Heiselman  714-553-5181   Lori@BiscuitMediaGroup.com

BIRMINGHAM: Iron Stream Media announces Dugout Devotions: Inspirational Hits from MLB’s Best (Iron Stream Books / February 25, 2019 / ISBN: 978-1-56309-133-9 / $12.99).

Dugout Devotions inspires you to stand in the batter’s box and knock the curveball out of the park in your own life. These unique interview-based devotions offer a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the spiritual lives of many Major League Baseball players and their successes both on and off the diamond. Recounting personal stories about their walk with Jesus Christ, these superstars serve God and provide uplifting stories to share with friends, children, and all sports fans. Duduit provides an inspiring glimpse inside the locker room—reminding us that though they are MLB’s best, their struggles are real, just like yours. Their challenges could knock them down, except for their faith in God.

Featured players:  Albert Pujols, Brian Dozier, Adam Wainwright, Ben Zobrist, and many more.

Sample Chapters

Advance Praise

“Del Duduit has collected wonderful gems of faith from a variety of MLB’s best players and coaches who are dedicated to bringing glory to Christ and shining their light for Him. They provide true examples of Christian mentorship to baseball fans of all generations. Dugout Devotions is grand slam!” —Blaine Boyer, MLB pitcher

“Dugout Devotions features wonderful testimonies from some of the biggest names in the MLB. The stories bring out the best sides of the players and coaches and, most of all, lift up the name of the Lord. I’m humbled to be a part of it.” —Clint Hurdle, manager of the Pittsburgh Pirates

“Like a veteran coach, Del engages the heart first and then boldly challenges us to action. Each devotional used the Word of God and the platform of sport to capture my attention and concluded with an array of practical steps on how to apply what I just learned. Outstanding!” —Brian Smith, Athletes in Action, author of The Assist: A Gospel-Centered Guide to Glorifying God through Sports

About the Author
Del Duduit is an award-winning sportswriter and author. He has been published in Clubhouse Magazine, Sports Spectrum, and on ToddStarnes.com. He is a contributing writer for Athletes in Action, The Christian View, Bridges Magazine, and PM Magazine. He is the co-editor for Southern Ohio Christian Voice and blogs weekly at delduduit.com. He lives in Lucasville, Ohio, with his wife Angie.

Media Inquiries: Meredith Dunn, Meredith@IronStreamMedia.com 

COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO—For the 17th consecutive year, Outreach magazine is celebrating some of the best outreach-oriented books and curricula by honoring them as Outreach Resources of the Year.

The Outreach Resources of the Year aim to highlight valuable resources for church leaders and bring deserved attention to resources that can help churches better engage in effective outreach to share the gospel and reach communities for Christ.

More than 170 resources published between Nov. 1, 2017, and Oct. 31, 2018, were submitted for consideration and placed into 11 categories. An expert in each category evaluated the resources and chose what they considered to be the best. The experts also chose how many resources to recognize, and whether to include any as “Also Recommended.”

The 2019 Outreach Resources of the Year are:

EVANGELISM

• Spiritual Conversations in the Digital Age (Barna Group)

APOLOGETICS

•  Apologetics at the Cross by Joshua D. Chatraw and Mark D. Allen (Zondervan)

ALSO RECOMMENDED

• God Is Stranger by Krish Kandiah (IVP)

CHURCH

• Underground Church by Brian Sanders (Zondervan)
• Zealous for Good Works by Todd A. Wilson (Moody Publishers)

ALSO RECOMMENDED

• The Forgotten Church by Glenn Daman (Moody Publishers)
• People Are the Mission by Danny Franks (Zondervan)

MINISTRY LEADERSHIP

• Hero Maker by Dave Ferguson and Warren Bird (Zondervan)
• Rooting for Rivals by Peter Greer and Chris Horst (Bethany House)

ALSO RECOMMENDED

• The Fellowship of the Suffering by Paul Borthwick and Dave Ripper
• The Life-Giving Leader by Tyler Reagin (WaterBrook)
• The Minority Experience by Adrian Pei (IVP)
• Moral Leadership for a Divided Age by David P. Gushee and Colin Holtz (Brazos Press)

CULTURE

• Healing Our Broken Humanity by Grace Ji-Sun Kim and Graham Hill (IVP)

CROSS-CULTURAL/MISSIONAL

• Whole and Reconciled by Al Tizon (Baker Academic)

ALSO RECOMMENDED

• Megachurch Christianity Reconsidered by Wanjiru M. Gitau (IVP)

SOCIAL ISSUES/JUSTICE

•  Rethinking Incarceration by Dominique DuBois Gilliard (IVP)
• What Does It Mean to Be Welcoming? by Travis Collins (IVP)

ALSO RECOMMENDED

• A Sojourner’s Truth by Natasha Sistrunk Robinson (IVP)

THEOLOGY/BIBLICAL STUDIES

• The Bible Unwrapped by Meghan Larissa Good (Herald Press/MenoMedia)
• How to Read Theology by Uche Anizor (Baker Academic) 

SPIRITUAL GROWTH

• The Lost Discipline of Conversation by Joanne J. Jung (Zondervan)

ALSO RECOMMENDED

• Didn’t See It Coming by Carey Nieuwhof (WaterBrook)
• Open to the Spirit by Scot McKnight (WaterBrook)
• Subversive Sabbath by A.J. Swoboda (Brazos Press) 

COUNSELING AND RELATIONSHIPS

• Unwanted by Jay Stringer (NavPress)

ALSO RECOMMENDED

• Mental Health and the Church by Stephen Grcevich (Zondervan)

CHILDREN AND YOUTH

• Shipwrecked: Rescued By Jesus (Group Publishing)
• When God Made Light by Matthew Paul Turner (WaterBrook)

ALSO RECOMMENDED

• Adoptive Church by Chap Clark (Baker Academic)

Outreach magazine offers the ideas, insights and stories of today’s outreach-oriented, Bible-based churches. Founded in January 2003 by church communications company Outreach Inc., Outreach is an award-winning, bimonthly periodical for church leadership and is available by subscription. Find out more at OutreachMagazine.com.

February 28, 2019 — More than 800 people stood in line for five hours at the Albany Barnes & Noble for the chance to meet a man and his dog who are changing lives.

John Gray, the Emmy Award-winning journalist and author and his seeing- and hearing-impaired dog named Keller are telling a story of love and hope that is needed now more than ever. Their message is simple: “For anyone who has ever felt different, alone, or faced special challenges. You are unique. You are beautiful. You are loved.”

On Wednesday evening, February 27, Gray’s message of love and hope spread to thousands more thanks to Fox News Channel’s “The Five.” A producer there learned about Keller’s Heart (Paraclete Press)—the story of Gray and his wife’s blind and deaf adopted dog, Keller. Now Keller’s Heart is making an even bigger impression on readers across the country, especially those with special needs who need Keller’s message of love, encouragement, and hope. See the clip here.

Gray had previously gained media attention from Faithwire, who reported about how Gray refused to remove God from his first book, God Needed a Puppy, contrary to the request of publishers. After Gray decided to self-publish, his agent found Paraclete Press, a Christian publisher in Massachusetts, who enthusiastically took on the book. Subsequently Paraclete has published God Needed A Puppy and the new Keller’s Heart. Both books consistently achieve bestseller rankings across various Amazon categories. Keller’s Heart reached #29 on Amazon’s bestseller list among all books published, in the hours after Dana Perino’s feature on “The Five.”

John Gray is an Emmy award-winning television journalist and columnist in upstate New York, as well as a husband, father, and author. He and his wife, Courtney, live in the Albany area with four beloved four-footed companions: Keller, German shepherds Sebastian and Winston, and the newest addition to the pack, Eli (another Aussie with hearing and sight issues like Keller). John is the author of the bestsellers God Needed a Puppy and Keller’s Heart.

GRAND RAPIDS, MICH., FEBRUARY 28, 2019 — Discovery House Publishers has announced the release of a new leather-like edition of the best-selling devotional book, “God Hears Her: 365 Devotions for Women by Women” (Our Daily Bread) — available now wherever books are sold. Originally released in 2017, Discovery House has distributed over 140,000 units combined of the hardcover, ebook and paperback editions. It remains in the Top 10 Devotional Books at Amazon, and landed at #3 on Christian Retailing’s Top 20 Books of 2018 chart.

This CBA bestseller contains 365 daily devotions written by women for women. Each edition includes a foreword by Elisa Morgan, named by Christianity Today as one of the top 50 women influencing today’s church and culture.

Taken from the pages of the beloved Our Daily Bread devotional, each written article was hand selected for this collection to reassure each reader that God is with her, God is for her, and God hears her. These personal stories, Scripture passages, and inspirational quotes lift women up and remind them that God is bigger than the trials they face. This best-selling devotional from Our Daily Bread appeals to women of all ages.

In addition to the books, Discovery House Publishers has partnered with Curb/Word Entertainment to assemble a God Hears Her CD – a collection of 10 powerful worship songs from today’s top Christian female artists including Natalie Grant, Francesca Battistelli, Point of Grace and more. A partnership with Kerusso has also made God Hears Her t-shirts available.

For more information, visit http://www.GodHearsHer.org.

Do you want to spend more time in God’s Word—but you’re not sure where to start?  Begin with the NIV Starting Place Study Bible

Grand Rapids, Mich., Feb. 26, 2019 — The Bible’s depth can seem overwhelming, but within the pages of Scripture you will find words of peace, hope, and love waiting for you. Sometimes the hardest part of beginning is knowing where to start. The NIV Starting Place Study Bible guides you through Scripture so you can understand God’s love for you and build a relationship with the Savior who longs to know you personally.

With approachable, easy-to-use features, the NIV Starting Place Study Bible can guide you through Scripture while building your confidence and knowledge in God’s Word.

• Full text of the accurate, readable, and clear New International Version (NIV)
• 88 Bible Characters: Explore the lives of the Bible’s most fascinating personalities
• 282 Q&A: Get answers to your most perplexing questions
• 146 Context Notes: In-depth articles on the cultural and historical context of Scripture
• 138 Bible Truths: Core Christian beliefs and their basis in Scripture
• Book Introductions provide a helpful overview
• Over 6,000 bottom-of-the-page study notes explain the text, verse-by-verse
• Exclusive NIV Zondervan Comfort Print® typeface
• 7-point print size

According to Melinda Bouma, publisher of Zondervan Bibles: “At these incredible prices and with a wealth of helpful, accessible study material, this is the best “first study Bible” for new believers or anyone looking to take a step deeper in studying the Bible. We created it with the reader in mind—quality content in a friendly and colorful design, and at price points lower than most of the study Bibles available today.”

Product formats on sale February 26, 2019:

• ISBN 9780310450672, Hardcover, 1,792 pages, $34.99
• ISBN 9780310450689, Leathersoft, Navy/Tan, 1,792 pages, $64.99
• ISBN 9780310450696, Leathersoft, Navy/Tan, Indexed, 1,792 pages, $74.99
• ISBN 9780310450726, Leathersoft, Blue, 1,792 pages, $64.99
• ISBN 9780310450733, Leathersoft, Blue, Indexed, 1,792 pages, $74.99
• ISBN 9780310450740, eBook, 1,792 pages, $27.99

Zondervan is a world leading Bible publisher and provider of Christian communications.  Zondervan, part of HarperCollins Christian Publishing, Inc., delivers transformational Christian experiences through its bestselling Bibles, books, curriculum, academic resources and digital products. The Company’s products are sold worldwide and translated into nearly 200 languages. Zondervan offices are located in Grand Rapids, Mich. For additional information, please visit www.zondervan.com.

About the NIV:  The New International Version (NIV) is the world’s bestselling modern-English Bible translation—accurate, readable, and clear, yet rich with the detail found in the original languages. The NIV is the result of over 50 years of work by the Committee on Bible Translation, who oversee the efforts of many contributing scholars. Representing the spectrum of evangelicalism, the translators come from a wide range of denominations and various countries and continually review new research in order to ensure the NIV remains at the forefront of accessibility, relevance, and authority. Every NIV Bible that is purchased helps Biblica, a nonprofit ministry organization, translate and give Bibles to people in need around the world. To learn more, visit www.thenivbible.com

About Comfort Print:  Zondervan Bibles teamed up with 2K/Denmark, the world’s foremost Bible typeface foundry, to create exclusive Comfort Print Bible fonts. NIV Comfort Print Bibles are easy to read at any size because the typeface was designed to be both efficient and readable. Zondervan Bibles believes that the beauty of the message should be reflected in the physical form of the book. Choosing the right typeface is one significant element in creating beautiful Bibles.

Contact: Bob Gaudet, Senior Director of Marketing, 616-698-3542 or bob.gaudet@harpercollins.com

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Feb. 19, 2019) – ICON Media Group announces it has promoted Christina Bostick to publicist. Bostick joined the ICON team as associate publicist in November 2017 and her role includes writing, media pitching and booking, client reporting and assisting with events.

“Christina has proven to be a tremendous asset to our company,” said Partner, Shanon Stowe. “Her professional development continues to exceed all our expectations.”

The company also announces the addition of Carrie Garland as graphic designer, joining the company’s Cleveland, OH office. Garland brings an extensive background of design endeavors, including photography, adding new depth to ICON’s service offerings.

“Integrated digital marketing, especially social media, continues to drive the need for innovation and creativity for our clients,” shared Partner, Jeff Roman. “We felt it was essential for our team to find someone that possesses a tremendous skillset to create and also shares our passion for excellent customer service and outside-the-box thinking. We found that with our hire of Carrie.”

ICON celebrated its sixth year in January. The company serves leading entertainment, non-profit, publishing and purpose-minded clients including North American Mission Board, AFFIRM Films, Provident Films, LifeWay Films, Fathom Events, TBN, Universal Pictures, HarperCollins Christian Publishing, Hachette Book Group, Baker Publishing Group, Joel Osteen Ministries, All Things Possible Ministries and Project Inspired, among others.

With a focus on faith and family values entertainment, ICON has handled media relations for three of the most successful faith-based films in history (I CAN ONLY IMAGINE, WAR ROOM and GOD’S NOT DEAD), and launched numerous New York Times bestsellers.

About ICON Media Group:  ICON Media Group is a full-service marketing and public relations agency focused on helping purpose-minded clients activate their audience. With offices in Nashville, TN, Cleveland, OH and Austin TX, ICON is honored to serve the most influential faith-based filmmakers, authors, personalities and experts in the world. Visit us at ICONMediaGroup.com

Media Contacts:
Shanon Stowe, shanon@iconmediagroup.com
Paige Collins, paige@iconmediagroup.com

Bend, OR (February 13, 2019) After 12 years of successful partnership, Torrey Sharp has bought out partner Charles Brock’s interest in Faceout Studio. Torrey and Charles bought the studio from industry icon, David Uttley, in 2007 after David grew the business from it’s inception in 1996. “This transition is about acknowledging there are seasons for everything, embracing change and looking toward the future,” says Torrey.  Faceout Studio stands behind it’s original vision of producing consistent, innovative book design for clients — a vision Torrey plans to advance in the coming years.

“I’m grateful to have cultivated something special alongside Charles over a decade of working together. Charles has been a wonderful business partner, but more importantly, a good friend. The team at Faceout fully expects to keep our deep friendship with Charles, celebrating his next season as well. Growth often requires a willingness to embrace change and I’m very excited for the studio’s next chapter. We have a dynamic team and work with incredible clients. Tim Green will step into the role of Creative Director. Tim has been a leader at Faceout for fifteen years and is well prepared to lead this studio’s creative vision forward,” says Torrey.

“I am deeply grateful to Charles, for his friendship and daily example of creative excellence. It has been a privilege to work alongside him these past 14 years (even though he is not a Giants fan). More than that, it has been a lot of fun, and that is a credit to Charles and the creative culture he helped foster. I set out to be a designer because I love it, and I’m still at it for the same reason. That’s the daily motivation of everyone at Faceout. Our best work flows from a sense of delight in the creative work we get to do everyday. I’m very excited to step into the role of Creative Director with this amazing team,” says Tim.

“I’m very proud of what Torrey and I have built over the past 12 years. We have had the privilege to produce some rewarding work for an amazing list of clients. I’m eager to see what the future brings for Faceout Studio. Tim Green is a great talent and a true friend. The studio and all the employees will benefit from his creative leadership. Personally, this is a new season for me as a designer and an artist. What I hope to do with Brock Book Design Co., is to focus my energies on growing as a creative. I’m excited that my best work is yet to come,” says Charles.

Faceout Studio’s principal office will remain in Bend, Oregon. Torrey Sharp, along with the existing staff will continue operations from this West Coast office. All client communication and job related trafficking will continue to be serviced through this location.

Faceout Studio is a market leading book design firm.The studio designs hundreds of books each year working w/ the world’s top media companies, mid size publishers, university presses and individual authors. Over the years their work has been recognized by Communication Arts, the AIGA, Print magazine, Eye magazine, Graphis, CMYK, Graphic Design: USA, ECPA, The Chicago Book Clinic, the New York Book Show, the AUP and the American Advertising Federation. Faceout’s work has also been published in various books, most recently from Rockport, Harper Collins, Springer and Barcelona-based Mao Mao publications. They have been invited to speak at various events hosted by the AIGA, AAUP, the Shanghai Press and Publications Bureau and the Taipei Book Fair Foundation.

For more information, please contact:

Faceout Studio, Torrey Sharp
e: torrey@faceoutstudio.com, w:  www.faceoutstudio.com

Brock Book Design Co., Charles Brock
e: charles@brockbookdesignco.com, w: https://www.brockbookdesignco.com

At One-Year Anniversary of Billy Graham’s Death, Lon Allison to Speak at Pastor’s Conference
Paperback version of Allison’s acclaimed Billy Graham biography just released

February 20, 2019 — Lon Allison’s battle with liver cancer isn’t slowing him down—especially when it comes to spreading the good news of the Gospel, and the message of his friend and predecessor, Billy Graham.

Last year Allison’s biography Billy Graham: An Ordinary Man and His Extraordinary God (Paraclete Press) released just after Graham’s death rocked the nation. The simple and powerful story of the life of America’s pastor and the millions of lives he touched with the message of salvation through Jesus Christ, received the highest accolades by those closest to Graham, including his sister Jean Graham Ford and her husband Dr. Leighton Ford, who wrote the Foreword for the book.

What many of Allison’s readers don’t know is that during the final month of writing and research on his book, he was diagnosed with liver cancer. Allison reveals that news in the paperback version of hisbiography, just released in anticipation of the first anniversary of Graham’s death.

The year of fighting cancer and all its complications has been intense for Allison and his family, and it’s not over yet. Now Lon and his wife, Marie, are headed to the Billy Graham Training Center in the Smokey Mountains, where Lon will speak at their Pastor’s Conference. Allison says, “We’ll also see Leighton Ford, my mentor. I’m chairman of his Board and we have just set a new expanding vision for the impact of that ministry long after his life and mine. It’s exciting.”

Contact: To interview Lon Allison, contact Rachel McKendree at rachelm@paracletepress.com or 800-451-5006 ext 301