Called this church their home since 1977 on behalf of the congregation of United National methodist churc church. It is my privilege to welcome and introduce john obrien. On behalf of the family we would like to welcome everyone here today. First gratitude and appreciation and out pouring of love we have received over the last week the calls, cards, visits, flowers and food and condolences meant so much to us. Knowing a sense of loss was shared by so many. But its truly a comfort. Thank you. I want to thank those of you here today traveling from outside dc. It was especially appreciated especially if you came by greyhound bus. [laughter] and for those who could not be here in particular his older brother traveling to washington was not easy or possible that they are with us in spirit is enough for you to be grateful for your presence in our lives. With the enduring optimism that has been passed on to generations. Thank you. To acknowledge those thoughtful messages posted on various Med
Rivers who heads up our national heretment and also pastors in north charleston. He has been a very significant addition to the National Action network around the country. We are proud that he is on our National Staff along with trudy grant. [applause] rh. Coordinator elder johnson, standing up in the back , gave elder johnson a hand. South carolina National Action network. We believe in bringing along the next innovation. Iof you saw last night grew up as used director for reverend jackson, which is why it is he deals with health issues, we are right there with him, because i told him when we were walking on stage, he said, hold me up. I said, you have been holding me up all my life. That is what we will have to do for generation to generation. From our washington, d. C. Bureau, minister, raise your hand. [applause] our Southeast Regional coordinator, damon, who has been with us for a long time. [applause] i must acknowledge out of respect, the mouth of black reverendthe unlicensed ro
Afghanistan. Could it mark an end in americas longest war . And bound for trouble. Hear the emergency calls when a small plane full of people is forced to land with no landing gear. But, first, we begin this morning with a look at todays eye opener. Your world in 90 seconds. There could be 10,000 people with it right now. We wont know for another few weeks. There should be more testing. Cases of the coronavirus appear in the u. S. If you look at what is going on in the rest of the world, that will ultimately dictate the impact on us. We are ready. We are ready. The future of the democratic party. Voters will head to the polls for the South Carolina primary. It is the last before super tuesday. Who is easier to beat . Crazy bernie [ laughter ] or sleepy joe . Emergency landing. The small passenger plane comes down hard at san jose fear train station in paris. It was started by demonstrators protesting a concert. Tony romo reups with cbs for a reported 17 million a year. Im excited to be
Congregation of United National methodist churc church. It is my privilege to welcome and introduce john obrien. On behalf of the family we would like to welcome everyone here today. First gratitude and appreciation and out pouring of love we have received over the last week the calls, cards, visits, flowers and food and condolences meant so much to us. Knowing a sense of loss was shared by so many. But its truly a comfort. Thank you. I want to thank those of you here today traveling from outside dc. It was especially appreciated especially if you came by greyhound bus. [laughter] and for those who could not be here in particular his older brother traveling to washington was not easy or possible that they are with us in spirit is enough for you to be grateful for your presence in our lives. With the enduring optimism that has been passed on to generations. Thank you. To acknowledge those thoughtful messages posted on various Media Outlets it has been incredibly touching. And those many
The 13th annual savannah book festival presented by georgia power, bob, david and nancy, the philip e and answered be foundation. We are especially grateful to our sponsors for this glorious menu, the Trinity United Methodist church and we would also like to welcome our litter artery numbers and individual donors today. It is through your support that we are able to make Successful Events free to the public. 90 percent of our revenue comes from our donors and members and we thank you. This years festival is full of great events and authors and we dont want to miss any of the fun. So, download the new book savannah book festival 2020 app on your phone. And you can be in the know. About everything we have going this year. If you need more info about downloading this app, you can find in the back of your program. Before we get started i have a couple of housekeeping notes. Robert wilson will be signing festival purchased copies of his book in the square immediately following the presentat