President Trump Autographed Bibles for Survivors of the Alabama Tornado Outbreak

Residents of a small Alabama city, still reeling after deadly tornadoes devastated their corner of the state, said President Trump’s visit Thursday was “a godsend.” Trump then punctuated his trip to a Baptist church in Opelika, Ala., with another a religious overture, one that was distinctly on-brand: The president signed several of the churchgoers’ bibles.

After adding his unique, frenetic signature to a 12-year-old boy’s Good Book, the crowd of onlookers erupted in applause, a pool report noted. One church volunteer, Ada Ingram, told the reporters that Trump’s visit was a blessing. Hopefully, it brings the community together, she said.

“I enjoyed him coming,” Ingram said. “I think it’s a godsend.”

Another volunteer, Emily Pike, said the president and first Lady Melania Trump signed her 10-year-old daughter’s Bible, which was already decorated with pink camouflage.