Former death row inmate to speak at Berry

William "Billy" Moore, who came within a few hours of execution in Georgia, will discuss his life, pardon, forgiveness and grace during a program at Berry College in Rome.

Moore will speak at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the college's science auditorium. He is speaking as part of the college's Honors Program. The chaplain's office is co-sponsoring the lecture.

Moore is an ordained minister through Christ Assembly Evangelistic Ministries.

Admission is free.

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