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TimesLIVE
01-05-2025
- General
- TimesLIVE
TD Jakes steps down as church leader, hands over leadership to daughter and son-in-law
Renowned American Bishop TD Jakes has stepped down as leader of the Potter's House church, handing the leadership to his daughter Sarah Jakes Roberts, and son-in-law, Touré Roberts. Jakes, 67, made the announcement during his Sunday sermon after serving for decades. 'This is legacy, not because they're kin, but because they're the kind,' he said. 'They've immersed themselves into the DNA of this church for years. 'They're not meant to replace me because nobody can, but if they step into this position, they may extend me. We need fresh vision, fresh blood, as the world changes with technology. 'I know the crown is heavy, but I also know if God is for you, who can be against you?' In November, Jakes survived a health scare while delivering a sermon in church. He said there are some things he wants to focus on outside the church. 'There's some things I want to do in the community before I get too old to do them because the clock is ticking. There are some ways I want to prepare for the days ahead that I can't do completely from the pulpit. There's some work in the vineyard that needs to be done. 'I talked to the board because I was concerned. I had seen too many men build something and stay so long that they kill what they built. What you have to understand is that it's not so important that you just know when to grab hold, it's knowing when to let go. There are some other things I'm assigned to do, but I cannot afford, especially after November, to risk something happening to me and you being sheep without a shepherd. 'I cannot afford to let all the work of all the saints, living and dead, hold this so tightly and for so long that I wither away.'
Yahoo
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
T.D. Jakes steps down: Meet his daughter Sarah Jakes Roberts, her husband as he passes the torch
Sarah Jakes Roberts, the daughter of Bishop T.D. Jakes, made a heartfelt tribute to her father after he announced that he is stepping down from leadership at the Potter's House Church in Dallas. Jakes shared the change during a sermon at the nondenominational church on April 27. He informed the congregation that Roberts and her husband, Touré Roberts, will take over. The couple are co-pastors at ONE: A Potter's House Church in Los Angeles and Potter's House of Denver. In an April 29 Instagram post, Roberts acknowledged her father's contributions to the church, which he founded in 1996. "The carpet is stained with your sweat. The walls rehearse your sermons," she wrote. "The pews have been baptized with testimonies of wanderers turned believers. There is no Potter's House Dallas without Bishop T. D. Jakes." It is unknown what role T.D. Jakes will play at The Potter's House Church since the announcement was made. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sarah Jakes Roberts (@sarahjakesroberts) Sarah Jakes Roberts, 36, is the daughter of T.D. and Serita Jakes. According to a 2022 Los Angeles Times article, she was born in West Virginia but raised in Dallas, watching her father in the church. She has four siblings: Thomas Dexter James Jr., Jermaine Jakes, Jamar Jakes, and Cora Jakes. Roberts has been open about her journey with teenage pregnancy. During an interview on "The Breakfast Club" in 2021, she said that giving birth at just 14 years old was challenging but ultimately has "contributed to my work ethic, made me wise for my years." Per the Times, Roberts attended Texas Christian University. Roberts is a New York Times best-selling author and CEO of Women Evolve. The movement, which focuses on women's empowerment through faith, has spawned books, a podcast, and most notably, a conference that draws thousands each year which often includes other well-known names in ministry and celebrities. Beyoncé's mother Tina Knowles, and Kelly Rowland attended the conference in 2023. The event this year will be held in Atlanta in July and is already sold out. Her father hosted a similar conference called "Women Thou Art Loosed!" which started in 1996 and ended in 2022, where he eventually passed the torch to his daughter to continue the legacy of it. View this post on Instagram A post shared by T.D. Jakes (@bishopjakes) Roberts is also an entrepreneur, investor, producer, humanitarian, and podcast host. Touré is the founder of ONE, which opened in 2014. According to his website, he is also a best-selling author, spiritual thought leader, speaker, and podcast host. The couple has been married since November 2014, reported Essence. This is both Roberts' and Jakes Roberts' second marriage. Together, the two have five children from their previous marriages and a sixth child together, reported the lifestyle magazine. Jakes Robert pulled off her first sermon in 2014 after being invited to ONE in Los Angeles by her now-husband, whom she met through a friend. 'She did great,' Touré recalled to the outlet. 'She was very calm and very serene. And she delivered a message.' Previously: Bishop T.D. Jakes steps down from megachurch, hands leadership to daughter and son-in-law Roberts' recent Instagram post includes a photo of her embracing her father. She praised him for leading with an "unrelenting force." Jake's decision comes on the heels of health issues. In November, he suffered a heart attack on stage during a sermon. Months later, Roberts said she's ready to take on her new role. "I hear the rasp in your voice. I see the pace of your steps. I know just a little about what it costs you. I selfishly wish you'd keep going forever so I could be daddy's little girl and stay hidden behind your shoulders, but God's called me to stand on them instead," she continued. "The same God that was with you will be with me, too. I'm scared, but I'm ready. I bet you get that, too." Taylor Ardrey is a news reporter for USA TODAY. You can reach her at tardrey@ This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Sarah Jakes Roberts, husband Touré will step in for T.D. Jakes
USA Today
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
T.D. Jakes steps down: Meet his daughter Sarah Jakes Roberts, her husband as he passes the torch
T.D. Jakes steps down: Meet his daughter Sarah Jakes Roberts, her husband as he passes the torch Sarah Jakes Roberts, the daughter of Bishop T.D. Jakes, made a heartfelt tribute to her father after he announced that he is stepping down from leadership at the Potter's House Church. Jakes shared the change during a sermon at the nondenominational church on April 27. He informed the congregation that Roberts and her husband, Touré Roberts, will take over. The couple are co-pastors at ONE: A Potter's House Church in Los Angeles and Potter's House of Denver. In an April 29 Instagram post, Roberts acknowledged her father's contributions to the church, which he founded in 1996. "The carpet is stained with your sweat. The walls rehearse your sermons," she wrote. "The pews have been baptized with testimonies of wanderers turned believers. There is no Potter's House Dallas without Bishop T. D. Jakes." It is unknown what role TD Jakes will play since the announcement was made. Who is Sarah Jakes Roberts? Sarah Jakes Roberts, 36, is the daughter of T.D. and Serita Jakes. According to a 2022 Los Angeles Times article, she was born in West Virginia but raised in Dallas, watching her father in the church. She has four siblings: Thomas Dexter James Jr,. Jermaine Jakes, Jamar Jakes and Cora Jakes. Roberts has been open about her journey with teenage pregnancy. During an interview on "The Breakfast Club" in 2021, she said that giving birth at just 14 years old was challenging but ultimately has "contributed to my work ethic, made me wise for my years." Per the Times, Roberts attended Texas Christian University. Roberts is a New York Times best-selling author and CEO of Women Evolve. The movement, which focuses on women's empowerment through faith, has spawned books, a podcast, and most notably, a conference that draws thousands each year. The event this year will be held in Atlanta in July and is already sold out. Her father hosted a similar conference called "Women Thou Art Loosed!" which started in 1996 and ended in 2022, where he eventually passed the torch to his daughter to continue the legacy of the conference. Who is Touré Roberts? Roberts is also an entrepreneur, investor, producer, humanitarian, and podcast host. Touré is the founder of ONE, which opened in 2014. According to his website, he is also a best-selling author, spiritual thought leader, speaker, and podcast host. Sarah and Touré got married in 2014 The couple has been married since November 2014, reported Essence. This is both Roberts' and Jakes Roberts' second marriage. Together, the two have five children from their previous marriages and a sixth child together, reported the lifestyle magazine. Jakes Robert pulled off her first sermon in 2014 after being invited to ONE in Los Angeles by her now-husband, whom she met through a friend. 'She did great,' Touré recalled to the outlet. 'She was very calm and very serene. And she delivered a message.' Previously: Bishop T.D. Jakes steps down from megachurch, hands leadership to daughter and son-in-law 'I'm scared but I'm ready' Roberts' recent Instagram post includes a photo of her embracing her father. She praised him for leading with an "unrelenting force." Jake's decision comes on the heels of health issues. In November, he suffered a heart attack on stage during a sermon. Months later, Roberts said she's ready to take on her new role. "I hear the rasp in your voice. I see the pace of your steps. I know just a little about what it costs you. I selfishly wish you'd keep going forever so I could be daddy's little girl and stay hidden behind your shoulders, but God's called me to stand on them instead," she continued. "The same God that was with you will be with me, too. I'm scared, but I'm ready. I bet you get that, too." Taylor Ardrey is a news reporter for USA TODAY. You can reach her at tardrey@
Indianapolis Star
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Indianapolis Star
T.D. Jakes steps down: Meet his daughter Sarah Jakes Roberts, her husband as he passes the torch
Sarah Jakes Roberts, the daughter of Bishop T.D. Jakes, made a heartfelt tribute to her father after he announced that he is stepping down from leadership at the Potter's House Church. Jakes shared the change during a sermon at the nondenominational church on April 27. He informed the congregation that Roberts and her husband, Touré Roberts, will take over. The couple are co-pastors at ONE: A Potter's House Church in Los Angeles and Potter's House of Denver. In an April 29 Instagram post, Roberts acknowledged her father's contributions to the church, which he founded in 1996. "The carpet is stained with your sweat. The walls rehearse your sermons," she wrote. "The pews have been baptized with testimonies of wanderers turned believers. There is no Potter's House Dallas without Bishop T. D. Jakes." It is unknown what role TD Jakes will play since the announcement was made. Who is Sarah Jakes Roberts? Sarah Jakes Roberts, 36, is the daughter of T.D. and Serita Jakes. According to a 2022 Los Angeles Times article, she was born in West Virginia but raised in Dallas, watching her father in the church. She has four siblings: Thomas Dexter James Jr,. Jermaine Jakes, Jamar Jakes and Cora Jakes. Roberts has been open about her journey with teenage pregnancy. During an interview on "The Breakfast Club" in 2021, she said that giving birth at just 14 years old was challenging but ultimately has "contributed to my work ethic, made me wise for my years." Per the Times, Roberts attended Texas Christian University. Roberts is a New York Times best-selling author and CEO of Women Evolve. The movement, which focuses on women's empowerment through faith, has spawned books, a podcast, and most notably, a conference that draws thousands each year. The event this year will be held in Atlanta in July and is already sold out. Her father hosted a similar conference called "Women Thou Art Loosed!" which started in 1996 and ended in 2022, where he eventually passed the torch to his daughter to continue the legacy of the conference. Who is Touré Roberts? Roberts is also an entrepreneur, investor, producer, humanitarian, and podcast host. Touré is the founder of ONE, which opened in 2014. According to his website, he is also a best-selling author, spiritual thought leader, speaker, and podcast host. Sarah and Touré got married in 2014 The couple has been married since November 2014, reported Essence. This is both Roberts' and Jakes Roberts' second marriage. Together, the two have five children from their previous marriages and a sixth child together, reported the lifestyle magazine. Jakes Robert pulled off her first sermon in 2014 after being invited to ONE in Los Angeles by her now-husband, whom she met through a friend. 'She did great,' Touré recalled to the outlet. 'She was very calm and very serene. And she delivered a message.' Previously: Bishop T.D. Jakes steps down from megachurch, hands leadership to daughter and son-in-law 'I'm scared but I'm ready' Roberts' recent Instagram post includes a photo of her embracing her father. She praised him for leading with an "unrelenting force." Jake's decision comes on the heels of health issues. In November, he suffered a heart attack on stage during a sermon. Months later, Roberts said she's ready to take on her new role. "I hear the rasp in your voice. I see the pace of your steps. I know just a little about what it costs you. I selfishly wish you'd keep going forever so I could be daddy's little girl and stay hidden behind your shoulders, but God's called me to stand on them instead," she continued. "The same God that was with you will be with me, too. I'm scared, but I'm ready. I bet you get that, too."
Axios
29-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Axios
Best Day Ever: Franklin County Prosecutor Shayla Favor
We asked new Franklin County Prosecutor Shayla Favor how she likes to spend her time away from work for the latest entry in our Best Day Ever series. Fun fact: She attended culinary school in Chicago before earning her Capital University law degree, so she's a fan of home cooking. Her perfect day: 🎵 Music to start your day: I work out in the morning so I need something high-energy — Beyoncé, Afro-beats, or maybe my favorite gospel playlist. 🙏 Morning activity: I start my mornings with prayer and listening to an inspirational message to ground me through the day. I love Sarah Jakes Roberts! I workout either on my Peloton or at Orange Theory. 🍳 Breakfast: My kitchen is my favorite breakfast spot. I'd choose savory over sweet. I have a multi-generational family at home, and they all love my breakfast hash. 🥓 Lunch: I love a BLT with extra bacon! 😴 Afternoon activity: Does taking a nap count? 🥩 Dinner: The Top Steak House! My go-to is a dry aged NY Strip with a loaded baked potato and asparagus. 🎥 Evening activity: Time with my husband, Corey, and two dogs, Hudson and Arizona. It's rare that we have a quiet night at home, so a movie night with them sounds perfect.
