Cliff Barrows

Cliff Barrows was interviewed for one-and-a-half hours in San Diego, CA. Barrows talked about dedicating his life to Christian service when he was in high school. He talked about studying radio broadcasting at Bob Jones College and becoming a music director at a church in Minnesota. He discussed the turning point in his life, in 1945, while on his honeymoon, he met Rev. Billy Graham where they began their 40+ year association. He spoke about the formation of the Billy Graham Evangelical Association and its radio show "Hour of Decision", on which Barrows served as musical director and announcer. When Graham moved to television, Barrows was responsible for the programming of all of the association’s shows. Mr. Barrows also discussed the growth of Graham’s television ministry -- including satellite use and worldwide distribution. He also talked in-depth about the legacy of Billy Graham and his musical soloist, George Beverly Shea.  The interview was conducted by Karen Herman on May 1, 2003.