Christian Celebrities - Christian Actors and Christian Personalities
Welcome to your resource page for news and information about Christian celebrities, including interviews with Christian actors, athletes and well-known Christian personalities.
Charles Stanley - Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church of Atlanta
Charles Stanley is the senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Atlanta (FBCA) and founder of In Touch Ministries. His popular radio and television broadcast, “In Touch with Dr. Charles Stanley,” can literally be heard around the globe in every nation and in more than 50 languages.
Charles Stanley is the senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Atlanta (FBCA) and founder of In Touch Ministries. His popular radio and television broadcast, “In Touch with Dr. Charles Stanley,” can literally be heard around the globe in every nation and in more than 50 languages.
Rick Warren - Pastor of Saddleback Church
Get to know the life and ministry of Pastor Rick Warren, author of the bestselling book, The Purpose Driven Life, and founder of Saddleback Church in Lake Forest, California, one of the largest, most prominent churches in America.
Get to know the life and ministry of Pastor Rick Warren, author of the bestselling book, The Purpose Driven Life, and founder of Saddleback Church in Lake Forest, California, one of the largest, most prominent churches in America.
Lost Boy by Greg Laurie - Autobiography (Book Review)
If you've ever thought, God could never use someone like me, you need to read Lost Boy, the autobiography of Greg Laurie. To put it mildly, Laurie had a troubled, unstable childhood. Born illegitimately and raised by a wild and reckless, alcoholic mother, Greg has every claim to the term "dysfunctional family." His spiritual rags-to-riches story is nothing short of miraculous.
If you've ever thought, God could never use someone like me, you need to read Lost Boy, the autobiography of Greg Laurie. To put it mildly, Laurie had a troubled, unstable childhood. Born illegitimately and raised by a wild and reckless, alcoholic mother, Greg has every claim to the term "dysfunctional family." His spiritual rags-to-riches story is nothing short of miraculous.
Christian Athletes of the 2008 Olympics
It's true that throughout history, the lives of Olympic competitors have served to inspire and challenge us on a personal level. I recently had the privilege through email interviews, to get to know a little about some the Christian athletes bound for Beijing this summer. As I read their answers, my own faith was stirred by these young role models.
It's true that throughout history, the lives of Olympic competitors have served to inspire and challenge us on a personal level. I recently had the privilege through email interviews, to get to know a little about some the Christian athletes bound for Beijing this summer. As I read their answers, my own faith was stirred by these young role models.
Diana Lopez - 2008 Olympic Athlete
Diana Lopez and brother Steven Lopez, are Christian athletes who understand the meaning of teamwork. The "First Family" of Taekwondo has competed together since childhood. Because of their strong family bond and Christian faith, Diana says she receives the support, strength and courage she needs to compete at such an intense Olympic level.
Diana Lopez and brother Steven Lopez, are Christian athletes who understand the meaning of teamwork. The "First Family" of Taekwondo has competed together since childhood. Because of their strong family bond and Christian faith, Diana says she receives the support, strength and courage she needs to compete at such an intense Olympic level.
Bryan Clay - 2008 Olympic Athlete
Bryan Clay earned a silver medal in the 2004 Olympics and now has his eyes set on winning the gold in Beijing. He has traveled a long way from his troubled teen years to become a successful Christian athlete and a true role model for underprivileged students.
Bryan Clay earned a silver medal in the 2004 Olympics and now has his eyes set on winning the gold in Beijing. He has traveled a long way from his troubled teen years to become a successful Christian athlete and a true role model for underprivileged students.
Allyson Felix - 2008 Olympic Athlete
Allyson Felix has already accomplished a lot at a young age. As a Christian athlete, she has set some very high goals, such as winning multiple gold medals at the Beijing Summer Olympics. Yet, there's another finish line Allyson has her eyes set on in this life, and therefore, becoming more Christ-like is a daily goal.
Allyson Felix has already accomplished a lot at a young age. As a Christian athlete, she has set some very high goals, such as winning multiple gold medals at the Beijing Summer Olympics. Yet, there's another finish line Allyson has her eyes set on in this life, and therefore, becoming more Christ-like is a daily goal.
Sanya Richards - 2008 Olympic Athlete
Sanya Richards, a Christian athlete who may be the fastest female runner in the world, hasn't let success go to her head. Engaged to Super Bowl Champion, Aaron Ross, and in the running for a gold medal in the Summer Olympics, Sanya is living her dreams. Her list of achievements is long and impressive, yet she stays grounded through her strong Christian faith.
Sanya Richards, a Christian athlete who may be the fastest female runner in the world, hasn't let success go to her head. Engaged to Super Bowl Champion, Aaron Ross, and in the running for a gold medal in the Summer Olympics, Sanya is living her dreams. Her list of achievements is long and impressive, yet she stays grounded through her strong Christian faith.
Donny Robinson - 2008 Olympic Athlete
Donny Robinson is a Christian athlete who won the 2006 National Bicycle League Championship and the 2007 USA Cycling BMX National Championship. Now, for the first time in Olympic history, BMX bicycling will be a competitive sport at the 2008 games, and Donny is determined to win a gold medal. Not only is he passionate about racing, Donny is passionate about his faith in Jesus Christ.
Donny Robinson is a Christian athlete who won the 2006 National Bicycle League Championship and the 2007 USA Cycling BMX National Championship. Now, for the first time in Olympic history, BMX bicycling will be a competitive sport at the 2008 games, and Donny is determined to win a gold medal. Not only is he passionate about racing, Donny is passionate about his faith in Jesus Christ.
Laura Wilkinson - 2008 Olympic Athlete
Laura Wilkinson, a gold medalist in women's platform diving in 2000, is a Christian athlete who possesses determination and an enthusiastic personality. For the 2008 Summer Olympics, at age 30, Laura will be competing against much younger divers with one of the most difficult dives in the world. She is a deeply committed Christians who says her relationship with God is her highest priority.
Laura Wilkinson, a gold medalist in women's platform diving in 2000, is a Christian athlete who possesses determination and an enthusiastic personality. For the 2008 Summer Olympics, at age 30, Laura will be competing against much younger divers with one of the most difficult dives in the world. She is a deeply committed Christians who says her relationship with God is her highest priority.
Tammy Faye (Bakker) Messner
Tammy Faye Bakker Messner is best known for her former years as a Christian televangelist and talk show host. She was married to Jim Bakker and co-hosted The 700 Club and the PTL Club for more than two decades. She is also well known for her extreme overuse of eye makeup.
Tammy Faye Bakker Messner is best known for her former years as a Christian televangelist and talk show host. She was married to Jim Bakker and co-hosted The 700 Club and the PTL Club for more than two decades. She is also well known for her extreme overuse of eye makeup.
Still Growing by Kirk Cameron - Autobiography (Book Review)
Still Growing is an autobiography of the life of Kirk Cameron, who played the mischievous teenager, Mike Seaver, on Growing Pains. It tells the story of how despite fame, there was an emptiness inside of Cameron until he found Jesus Christ. The book is a breath of fresh air as it shows how a young teen idol can survive in Tinsel Town, standing up for Christian values.
Still Growing is an autobiography of the life of Kirk Cameron, who played the mischievous teenager, Mike Seaver, on Growing Pains. It tells the story of how despite fame, there was an emptiness inside of Cameron until he found Jesus Christ. The book is a breath of fresh air as it shows how a young teen idol can survive in Tinsel Town, standing up for Christian values.
Jerry Falwell Remembered
Reverend Jerry Falwell, founder of Liberty University and conservative Christian preacher, died on May 15, 2007 at age 73. Outspoken in politics, Falwell established the conservative lobbying group the Moral Majority in 1979, and went on to be one of the most controversial evangelical ministers in America.
Reverend Jerry Falwell, founder of Liberty University and conservative Christian preacher, died on May 15, 2007 at age 73. Outspoken in politics, Falwell established the conservative lobbying group the Moral Majority in 1979, and went on to be one of the most controversial evangelical ministers in America.
Luis Palau - Founder of the Luis Palau Association
Luis Palau is a Christian evangelist and founder of the Luis Palau Association. He is best known for his worldwide contemporary evangelistic festivals. Palau, a native of Buenos Aires, Argentina, began his preaching ministry at age 18 by sharing the Gospel on the streets of Buenos Aires.
Luis Palau is a Christian evangelist and founder of the Luis Palau Association. He is best known for his worldwide contemporary evangelistic festivals. Palau, a native of Buenos Aires, Argentina, began his preaching ministry at age 18 by sharing the Gospel on the streets of Buenos Aires.
Tony Dungy - NFL Coach and Professional Football Player
Learn more about Tony Dungy, one of the most respected and popular NFL coaches in the league. Dungy is a former professional football player and current coach for the Indianapolis Colts.
Learn more about Tony Dungy, one of the most respected and popular NFL coaches in the league. Dungy is a former professional football player and current coach for the Indianapolis Colts.
Amy Grant - Christian Music and Pop Music Recording Artist
Amy Grant is an American singer, songwriter, and recording artist who got her start in the Contemporary Christian Music genre. She is one of the first Christian artists to have successfully crossed over into the pop music market.
Amy Grant is an American singer, songwriter, and recording artist who got her start in the Contemporary Christian Music genre. She is one of the first Christian artists to have successfully crossed over into the pop music market.
Amy Grant's "Three Wishes"
Host Amy Grant (Christian and pop recording artist and 5-time Grammy winner) and NBC are making small town dreams come true on this new reality show. "Three Wishes" promises to appeal to faith-based audiences as wishes are granted, prayers are answered and miracles come true in small towns across America.
Host Amy Grant (Christian and pop recording artist and 5-time Grammy winner) and NBC are making small town dreams come true on this new reality show. "Three Wishes" promises to appeal to faith-based audiences as wishes are granted, prayers are answered and miracles come true in small towns across America.
Billy Graham - Founder of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association
Billy Graham, the American Christian evangelist, is best known for his worldwide evangelistic crusades preaching the message of Christianity to live audiences of more than 200 million people.
Billy Graham, the American Christian evangelist, is best known for his worldwide evangelistic crusades preaching the message of Christianity to live audiences of more than 200 million people.
Pat Robertson - Founder or the Christian Broadcasting Network
Pat Robertson is founder and chairman of the Christian Broadcasting Network (CBN).
Pat Robertson is founder and chairman of the Christian Broadcasting Network (CBN).
What Can We Learn from Fallen Christian Leaders?
What can we learn from fallen Christian leaders? Whenever a high-profile Christian leader falls or fails, the effects are far-reaching. As I contemplated the recent scandal in Ted Haggard's life, I was inspired to write this practical reflection of what we as believers can learn from fallen Christian leaders.
What can we learn from fallen Christian leaders? Whenever a high-profile Christian leader falls or fails, the effects are far-reaching. As I contemplated the recent scandal in Ted Haggard's life, I was inspired to write this practical reflection of what we as believers can learn from fallen Christian leaders.
When Celebrities Melt Down
Have you ever wondered why so many rich and famous people seem to mess up their lives so badly? We read about celebrity scandals every day. Even though they have the admiration of millions of fans and every luxury money can buy, celebrities still can't get it right. So what's the problem?
Have you ever wondered why so many rich and famous people seem to mess up their lives so badly? We read about celebrity scandals every day. Even though they have the admiration of millions of fans and every luxury money can buy, celebrities still can't get it right. So what's the problem?