The Rev. Morris R. Gant Jr. and his wife, Lynda, share a moment as he continues his recovery from the devastating effects of COVID-19. She never gave up hope that he would return home and led prayer circles in efforts to aid his recovery while he was hospitalized.
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Forward by faith
COVID-19 survivor Rev. Morris R. Gant Jr. credits faith, prayers and medical care for getting him to the other side of pandemic
Tens of thousands of people across Virginia and millions across the nation have been infected with COVID-19 — and the data show the vast majority recovered without feeling much effect. So how bad can this virus be? Just ask the Rev. Morris R. Gant Jr., 62, who is living proof of the agony that those hit hardest can endure — if they live.