The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association has deployed its Rapid Response Team to three of the Queen’s residences to minister to people.

The team was set up by Franklin Graham in tribute to the work of his late father and offers pastoral support to communities in the wake of critical events.

Chaplains have been posted at Buckingham Palace, Windsor Castle and Holyroodhouse.

More than 20 of the volunteers will be offering prayer and counsel outside the King’s London residence, as thousands of well-wishers gather to lay floral tributes and pay their respects to the monarch.

Nigel Fawcett-Jones, manager of the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team and assistant head of the ministry in the UK said, “We are thankful for her leading the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth so well over so many years. The death of the Queen will add to the insecurity and fear that people are currently experiencing and we want them to know that there is hope in the Gospel message and through faith in Jesus, He brings peace in the midst of the storm in every challenge of life.”

Franklin Graham, president and CEO of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association also shared this message, “I will always appreciate her example of leadership and her life of integrity.

“I’m especially grateful for the queen’s friendship with my father Billy Graham. He cherished their friendship that was built on a shared love for Jesus Christ and belief in God’s Word.”

Since 2002, the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team (BGRRT)has responded to more than 540 crises across the globe, praying with more than 480,000 people.

The  BGRRT ministry also strengthens spiritual fitness as well as addresses the unique emotional and spiritual needs of law enforcement officers and their families.

Furthermore, the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team offers training opportunities to help equip and meet the needs of those in crisis.

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