It almost didn't happen, but Kirk Cameron was able to read his Christian-themed children's book to hundreds of kids and parents at a public library in Hendersonville, Tennessee, thanks to an assist from local leaders.
Prior to the event, Mr. Cameron pushed back on relocating the reading to a church, saying it was important for religious people to be able to gather in other public places.
He added that: “We’re gathering at our libraries not to be contained, but to openly support and encourage one another, fanning the flames of faith, family, and freedom. Once that sacred fire begins to spread in the hearts and homes of Americans, it’s uncontainable. So, libraries across the nation, here we come!”the tour after more than 50 libraries rejected or ignored the publisher’s request last year to host readings by Mr.
Mr. Cameron, star of the 1980s ABC-TV sitcom “Growing Pains” and Christian movies such as “Left Behind” and “Fireproof,” typically reads his book multiple times to accommodate the large crowds. The comments on the Henderson Public Library’s Facebook page reflect the debate. They range from posts praising the reading as “wonderful” and “amazing” to criticizing the library for permitting Mr. Cameron to appear.
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