Richest pastors
Here are some of the richest pastors in the world, based on various sources such as Forbes, Bloomberg, and other reputable outlets:
- T.D. Jakes - Net worth: $150 million - $200 million Founder of The Potter's House, a megachurch in Dallas, Texas, with over 30,000 members.
- Joel Osteen - Net worth: $100 million - $150 million Senior pastor of Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas, with over 43,000 members.
- Rick Warren - Net worth: $100 million - $150 million Founder of Saddleback Church in Lake Forest, California, with over 20,000 members.
- Benny Hinn - Net worth: $100 million - $150 million Founder of World Outreach Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, with over 10,000 members.
- Creflo Dollar - Net worth: $50 million - $100 million Founder of World Changers Church International in College Park, Georgia, with over 10,000 members.
- Ed Young - Net worth: $50 million - $100 million Senior pastor of Second Baptist Church in Houston, Texas, with over 70,000 members.
- Robert Schuller - Net worth: $40 million - $80 million Founder of Crystal Cathedral in Garden Grove, California, with over 10,000 members.
- John Hagee - Net worth: $30 million - $60 million Founder of Cornerstone Church in San Antonio, Texas, with over 20,000 members.
- James MacDonald - Net worth: $20 million - $40 million Founder of Harvest Bible Chapel in Elgin, Illinois, with over 10,000 members.
- Greg Laurie - Net worth: $10 million - $20 million Founder of Harvest Christian Fellowship in Riverside, California, with over 10,000 members.
Please note that these estimates may vary depending on the source and methodology used. Additionally, it's important to remember that the wealth of these pastors is not necessarily a reflection of their spiritual leadership or the value of their ministries.