Greg Laurie

American author and pastor

Greg Laurie - American author and pastor
Born

December 10th, 1952
72 years ago

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

United States

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An influential Christian pastor and author, led Harvest Christian Fellowship in Riverside, California. Founded the Harvest Crusades, which brought together thousands for evangelistic outreach events across the United States. Authored several books on faith and spirituality, including 'Lost Generation' and 'The Upside Down Church'. Also hosts a widely listened-to radio program, 'A New Beginning'.

Founded Harvest Christian Fellowship

Hosted the Harvest Crusades

Authored 'Lost Generation'

Created 'A New Beginning' radio program

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