Auxiliary of Big Oak Ranch presents Amy Grant concert

In celebration of their 10-year anniversary, the Auxiliary of Big Oak Ranch presents an evening with Amy Grant. The concert will be held at Samford University’s Leslie S. Wright Center on Sept. 20 at 7:30 p.m.

Amy Grant is a contemporary Christian singer-songwriter. The Nashville-based musician has won six Grammy Awards, has three multi-platinum albums, six platinum albums and four gold albums, according to her website.

Susan Taylor of the Auxiliary said the organization is not only excited about Grant’s performance but also grateful for how it came to be. “We’re really looking forward to the event and honored to have Amy be a part of it,” Taylor said.

Big Oak Ranch is a Christian home that gives abused, neglected or abandoned children a chance to find a normal life, God’s love and an opportunity to learn that they are more than their circumstances.

The Ranch consists of three main components: a girls’ ranch, a boys’ ranch and Westbrook Christian School. Each ranch has 10 homes, including a transitional home, maintained by two Christian houseparents. They also boast gyms, lakes and livestock.

The Auxiliary serves Big Oak Ranch by providing support to the houseparents and other needs for the children.

Anyone unable to attend, but hoping to contribute to the Auxiliary’s work, can make a donation for the children of Big Oak Ranch to go. Visit bigoakauxiliary.com for additional information.

All proceeds from the concert will go to the Auxiliary’s work with Big Oak Ranch.

To purchase tickets, visit tickets.samford.edu or call 726-2853.