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Istrouma Baptist Church in Baton Rouge, which seats 1,500, was packed out for the funeral of slain East Baton Rouge Sheriff Deputy Brad Garafola. He was one of three law enforcement officers shot and killed by a lone gunman in an ambush on July 17.

Many accept Christ during funeral for fallen East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s deputy at Istrouma Baptist Church

July 26, 2016

By Message Staff

BATON ROUGE – The gospel was presented – and accepted by many – at Istrouma Baptist Church during the funeral of East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Deputy Brad Garafola.

Held on July 23, the service to remember one of three fallen law enforcement officers from the Baton Rouge area drew a crowd of 3,000 from the community, state and nation. When Istrouma Baptist Pastor Jeff Ginn offered the chance for anyone in attendance to accept Christ, he heard many voices across the worship center publicly declare out loud their intention to follow Jesus.

“We wanted to be a part of that and the Lord allowed us to wrap our arms around all who attended,” Ginn said. “It was an unparalleled opportunity to share the hope that is found in Jesus. Many prayed to receive Christ and we believe eternity was changed.”

 

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