![]() "We just want to see the Bible connect with people."ĭespite the controversy, Lentz said they don't shy away from social issues. "We're Bible believing Christians and so we don't turn back on the Bible at all," Lentz said. While the concert-like atmosphere differs from a traditional Christian church, Hillsong said its religious principles are the same. "I think that's why it's opened so many doors because it's so good." So I think our music, it's like, eye opening and people go, 'Wow, I didn't know churches could do stuff like that,' which is sad, but that's the truth," Lentz said. "We're conscious of culture, that's the thing. With his half-shaved head, jeans and tattoos, Lentz doesn't look like the typical religious leader. ![]() Hillsong has 10 million followers on social media, including Justin Bieber and NBA star Kevin Durant, who was baptized by Pastor Lentz. The church has its own record label that's sold 16 million albums worldwide and earns $100 million a year.Įvery week in 12 countries, 75,000 faithful members fill Hillsong churches. Young people are drawn to Hillsong's music. ***Please sign up for CBN Newsletters and download the CBN News app to ensure you keep receiving the latest news from a distinctly Christian perspective."To be honest, when we started we had no idea that one day we would have campuses and churches all around the globe like we do today," Houston said. The Hillsong campus in Dallas was actually shut down last year amid more moral questions.Īnd Brian Houston, the co-founding pastor of Hillsong Church in Australia, announced this month that he will "step aside from all ministry responsibilities" until next year as he fights against legal charges of concealing his father's child sex offenses. Meanwhile, the Hillsong movement has undergone a lot of turnover during the past two years, including new pastors for its NYC and NJ outposts after immorality among the previous pastors. "Dan and Jo love to see people encounter Jesus, step into relationship with Him, and see them grow in faith and maturity." "Dan and Jo have been part of Hillsong Church for ten years, during which time they have grown and developed a thriving youth and young adult ministry out of a genuine heart to see young people fulfill their God-given potential," Hillsong's website reads. Man, I'm expecting for what God is going to do in and through every single one of us."Ī statement on the church's website points out that the Watson's are passionate about helping people grow closer into a relationship with Jesus. "We are thankful for everything that you've done and the foundations that you've laid, and we're excited to carry on and build a church, to be able to serve you, serve with you, and reach the people of this city. "We are extremely, extremely excited, and we are extremely humbled to be able to be given this honor, and following you guys," he said to the Lewis's. When asked how he felt about leading the church, Dan said it was an honor and a privilege. We're standing here because of you, because of all the encouragement, because of who you are that's rubbed off on us, and we couldn't be more grateful."ĭouglass then revealed that Dan and Jo Watson would be the new pastors of Hillsong Central London. A number of years ago, I said, 'I am who I am today because of all of you,' and I absolutely mean that. While Hillsong New York pastor Carl Lentz fell from grace about two years ago. "All the encouragement, the love, allowing me to be part of your life. Carl Lentzs aesthetic made the pastor appeal to a younger crowd. "I just want to say thank you to every single one of you for the last 12 ½ years, everything that you have poured into me," said Robby to the congregation. Carl Lentz, 38, is the pastor of Hillsong NYC, the local branch of the global megachurch that also offers a packed Sunday service at Montclair's Wellmont Theater. 30 at the end of the worship service in London, indicating that Robby was "moving on." Pastor Tim Douglass made the announcement on Jan. are stepping down after leading the Central London location for more than 12 years. Head pastors Robby and Jen Lewis with Hillsong Church U.K.
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