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Billy Graham, America's most famous preacher, turns 93

None — America's most famous preacher is turning
93 years old.

   North Carolina's the Rev. Billy Graham is marking the occasion
with a new flurry of activity. Within the last month, his 30th
book, "Nearing Home," was published, and nearly 1,700 audio files
from his public ministry have been posted online.

   Graham served as confidante to presidents and toured the world
for his famous crusades. He says he tries to spend as much time
with his family and occasionally meets with Christian leaders and
old friends. He also keeps up daily Bible reading and prayer time,
and has said he hopes to preach a sermon one last time.

   Graham's public career spanned more than six decades. He first
rose to national prominence during a 1949 revival in Los Angeles.