MLB Legend Darryl Strawberry to keynote 44th Community Prayer Breakfast in Battle Creek

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Darryl Strawberry, an eight-time All-Star with 4 World Series Championships, is coming to Battle Creek to function the keynote speaker for the 44th annual Community Prayer Breakfast.

With a theme of “Out of the Dugout, Into the Light,” this occasion brings greater than 1,000 folks collectively every year in an “expression of shared faith and purpose in God,” in accordance to organizers.

“Through music, prayers, Scripture readings, and inspirational speakers, the 2026 Prayer Breakfast seeks to bring light and hope to all who gather,” organizers mentioned.

Who is Darryl Strawberry?

Growing up in a troublesome residence surroundings, Strawberry discovered refuge in baseball.

He went on to change into an MLB celebrity and fan favourite, hitting 335 residence runs throughout his 17-year profession with the New York Mets and New York Yankees, in accordance to organizers.

Behind the scenes, nonetheless, Strawberry battled addition and private turmoil. His seek for therapeutic, organizers say, in the end led him to religion.

“Darryl Strawberry’s story is one of the most powerful redemption stories you’ll ever hear,” Ryan Leonard, who co-chairs the Battle Creek Prayer Breakfast along with his spouse, Esther, mentioned. “This is a story of a man who had fame and success, lost nearly everything, and found a new life through faith in Christ.”

Strawberry’s journey by way of wrestle, dependancy and religion has impressed tens of millions, in accordance to organizers. He’s revealed a number of books, together with “Another Life,” “Turn Your Season Around,” and “Straw: Finding My Way.”

Beyond writing and talking, Strawberry is devoted to serving to others.

With his spouse, Tracy, the MLB legend leads the Darryl Strawberry Foundation, which offers training, assets and counseling for these in want of help with psychological well being and dependancy, organizers mentioned.

What is the Battle Creek Community Prayer Breakfast? Where can I get tickets?

Modeled after the National Prayer Breakfast, the Battle Creek Community Prayer Breakfast is ready to be held at Kellogg Arena on May 5.

Tickets value $20 every and might be bought by way of both the Community Prayer Breakfast’s website or in particular person on the Battle Creek Community Foundation, 32 W. Michigan Ave., in accordance to organizers.

Donations to the Battle Creek Community Prayer Breakfast are additionally being accepted on-line and on the Battle Creek Community Foundation.

Those who give $100 or extra will obtain an invite for 2 to the meet and greet reception with Darryl Strawberry on May 4 on the WK Kellogg Foundation, organizers mentioned.

More details about the Battle Creek Community Prayer Breakfast might be discovered by sending an email to the Battle Creek Community Foundation right here or by calling 269-962-2181.