A years-long dispute over her grandfather’s church has been settled in Amy Grant’s favor after the man who took over the congregation disbanded in-person services, breaking a stipulation from Grant’s great grandfather.
I believe in the power of stories – and my great-grandfather A. Burton’s, specifically – to win hearts, change minds and inspire action. I wouldn’t be a songwriter if I didn’t.
Grant’s great grandfather, A. Burton, had humble beginnings but became a wealthy man throughout his life, thanks to a successful insurance company, which left him a millionaire many times over. Throughout his life, Burton donated over $100 million, which equates to over $1 billion today.
Author’s summary: Amy Grant wins a legal battle over her grandfather’s church.