Texas megachurch pastor T.D. Jakes says he's passing ministry to daughter, her husband
- Bishop T.D. Jakes announced he will pass leadership of The Potter's House Church to his daughter Sarah Jakes Roberts and son-in-law Toure Roberts during an emotional sermon.
- Jakes described the transition as a major change for the ministry, which aims to carry his legacy into a future that is both faithful and forward-thinking.
- He emphasized the commitment to honor the church's rich history while adapting to innovative ministry for the coming age.
- T.D. Jakes has been a prominent figure, having previously served as a spiritual mentor to celebrities and speaking at former President Barack Obama's inauguration.
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Bishop T.D. Jakes Will Never Stop Preaching, But He's Stepping Back
Bishop Thomas Dexter "T.D." Jakes is stepping back from his ministry at The Potter's House in Dallas to allow his daughter Sarah Jakes Roberts and her husband Touré Roberts to become the senior pastors, while he will continue to minister and focus on economic empowerment and closing opportunity gaps. The post Bishop T.D. Jakes Will Never Stop Preaching, But He’s Stepping Back appeared first on The Washington Informer.
T.D. Jakes resigns as leader of Dallas megachurch Potter's House
HOUSTON (KIAH) — Pastor T.D. Jakes, the leader of Dallas megachurch, Potter's House, will be stepping down from his role. During his sermon this past Sunday, Jakes said that the leadership of the Christian church will be passed down to his daughter, Sarah Jakes Roberts and son-in-law, Touré Roberts. The couple will begin their new roles in July. The 67-year-old suffered a heart attack in November while preaching on stage. That incident ultimatel…
‘I Cannot Afford To Risk Something Happening to Me’—Bishop TD Jakes Steps Down, Passes Baton to Daughter and Son-in-Law
Bishop T.D. Jakes (67) announced on Sunday, April 27, that he is stepping down as lead pastor of The Potter’s House Church in Dallas and handing over the lead shepherding role over to his daughter and son-in-law.
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