T.D. Jakes Steps Down as Potter's House Pastor; Daughter and Son-in-Law Take Over

Leadership Transition at The Potter's House

• 📌 Bishop T.D. Jakes is stepping down as senior pastor of The Potter's House in Dallas after nearly three decades.
• 🚀 His daughter, Sarah Jakes Roberts, and her husband, Touré Roberts, will be officially installed as co-senior pastors this Sunday.

Founding and Growth of The Potter's House

• 💡 T.D. Jakes founded The Potter's House in 1996, starting with a few hundred members.
• 📈 The church has since grown to draw over 30,000 members globally.

Reasons for the Handover

• ⚠️ The transition was announced in April and comes after T.D. Jakes suffered a heart attack while preaching last year.
• 🎯 Jakes stated the health event made the timing clear to expand his focus beyond the pulpit.

Jakes' Future Role and New Focus

• 💬 He will continue to preach and serve as the church's spiritual overseer.
• 💼 Jakes will also lead his business and nonprofit ventures, including a new slate of podcasts.
• ✨ This shift is described as moving from the pulpit to purpose, honoring his legacy while pushing it forward.