Working with a faith-based coalition, Kenny Alphin of country duo Big & Rich met with six U.S. Senators this past week. They spoke on behalf of people worldwide facing extreme hunger.
“I want to make a difference even in the smallest way. I’m only one person, but I can feel it working…”
As half of country duo Big & Rich, “Big” Kenny Alphin sings their hit song “That’s Why I Pray” on stages across the country night after night. On June 20, he put the sentiment into action when he joined a coalition of faith leaders on a mission to Capitol Hill. They met with leaders in six Senate offices to advocate for global nutrition funding in U.S. foreign aid.
“I’m grateful that you may know my voice for singing songs,” said Alphin in a statement. “I’m even more grateful to use it to speak on behalf of our fellow brothers and sisters who are suffering from hunger and malnutrition.”Since their debut in 2004, when they won Best New Artist honors at the Billboard Music Awards, Big & Rich have been a staple on Top 40 radio.
The Faith-Based Coalition for Global Nutrition represents the collective voice of more than 250 evangelical pastors, recording artists, and nonprofit leaders. Members include Gospel Music Association president Jackie Patillo, recording artist Michael W. Smith, and Dr. David Stevens, CEO of the Christian Medical and…
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