The fall of two of Hillsong’s most powerful men
April 19, 2022
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Episode 675 · April 19, 2022
The fall of two of Hillsong’s most powerful men
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<p>Hillsong Church’s growth and success has faltered in recent years.</p><p>Founded by Brian Houston in New South Wales, the global megachurch has outposts in 30 countries, including the United States. But mounting scandals at home have led Brian Houston to step aside and now, sensational allegations of misconduct in its US operations have been made public.</p><p>Today, senior reporter for <em>The Saturday Paper</em>, Rick Morton, on how the leadership of the megachurch has entered a phase of panic and recriminations.</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Guest:</strong> Senior reporter for <em>The Saturday Paper</em>, Rick Morton.</p><p><br /></p><p>Stay in touch with us on <a href="http://www.twitter.com/7ampodcast">Twitter</a> and <a href="http://www.instagram.com/7ampodcast">Instagram</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
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