RNS Takes us on a Religious Tour of Charlotte, North Carolina

The host city for the Democratic National Convention is not a particularly political place. Charlotte, N.C., is known for three things: banking, NASCAR and religion.

And when it comes to religion, Billy Graham’s spirit looms large….

“Religion still drives the town, though not as much as it used to,” said Ken Garfield, former religion editor of The Charlotte Observer and now communications director for the city’s Myers Park United Methodist Church.

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2 comments on “RNS Takes us on a Religious Tour of Charlotte, North Carolina

  1. Undergroundpewster says:

    [blockquote] “People ask, ‘What are you going to do with all those Democrats in town?’” said David Hains, communications director for the Diocese of Charlotte. “Well, we’re going to pray.”[/blockquote]

    🙂