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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