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Billy Graham was an evangelist, and an ordained Southern Baptist minister who became well-known internationally in the late 1940s. One of his biographers has placed him "among the most influential Christian leaders" of the 20th century.
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Aptly titled "Shefik presents Invocation", the nationally syndicated radio show is a mesmerizing and thought-provoking journey through musical discovery and appreciation that spans the decades. The show is currently broadcast on over 20 terrestrial radio stations and frequencies throughout the United States. Each one-hour episode, executive-produced and hosted by media personality Shefik, highlights one relatable focal point (chosen by Shefik), along with an accompanying playlist of songs (curated by Shefik), encompassing a unique thematic concept that invigorates the audience with creative impact. Top recording artists, actors, business executives, politicians, community leaders, and other special guests are invited to offer their own commentary on the weekly topic, as a supplement to Shefik's engaging mindset. The radio show's online hub at invocation.co serves as a conduit for discussion of the show, while featuring related videos and auxiliary content. The journey continues right here and everywhere.
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The Reverend Billy Graham | |
|---|---|
 Graham in 1966 | |
| Personal | |
| Born | William Franklin Graham Jr. November 7, 1918 Charlotte, North Carolina, U.S. |
| Died | February 21, 2018 (aged 99) Montreat, North Carolina, U.S. |
| Resting place | Billy Graham Library |
| Religion | Christianity (evangelical Protestantism) |
| Spouse | Ruth Bell
(m. 1943; died 2007) |
| Children | 5, including Anne and Franklin |
| Denomination | Baptist |
| Education | Florida Bible Institute Wheaton College |
| Profession | Evangelist |
| Signature |  |
| Church | Southern Baptist Convention |
| Senior posting | |
| Profession | Evangelist |
| Website | billygraham |
| President of Northwestern College | |
| In office 1948–1952 | |
| Preceded by | William Bell Riley |
| Succeeded by | Richard Elvee |
| President of Billy Graham Evangelistic Association | |
| In office 1950–2001 | |
| Preceded by | Post established |
| Succeeded by | Franklin Graham |
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Mathew Knowles found phenomenal success grooming and managing the mega group Destiny's Child. He is now handing out mics to Blush, a harmonically blended hip-hop and R&B trio, and since 2013, they are using their mics to mix fiery rhymes and hooks.
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Angela Adetola is the President of the Board of Directors at YWCA Yonkers, located in Yonkers, New York. The members and supporters of YWCA Yonkers include women from many different faiths, ages, backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures.
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Abe Fogle has been touring with various artists for more than 25 years. His heart-felt backbeat and "shake-your-body" groove have been heard and danced to all over the world with Rob Thomas, Alex Bugnon, Kelis, D'Angelo, Kool and the Gang, and Guy.
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Satomi Hofmann is an actress, singer, musician, composer, and arranger living and working in the New York tri-state area. She is currently starring in "The Phantom of the Opera" on Broadway, with the role Wardrobe Mistress/Confidante.
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Doreen Bazile is a social worker. She sees many different patients with distinct needs and issues, regarding spirituality and religion, family conflict, loss, grief, bereavement, and more.
