JOURNAL ARTICLE

The Secrets of Hillsong Explores How the Megachurch Attracted Celebrities.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2023. P. 21 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Espada, Mariah 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the documentary series "Secrets of Hillsong," which examines the rise and fall of the Hillsong megachurch, known for its appeal to celebrities and modern worship style. Founded in Australia in 1983 and expanding globally, Hillsong gained significant popularity in the 2010s, attracting high-profile attendees like Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez, partly due to its charismatic pastors, particularly Carl Lentz. However, the church faced scandals starting in 2020, leading to a decline in attendance and the departure of key figures, including Lentz and founder Brian Houston. As of March 2023, only six of Hillsong's original 16 U.S. locations remain operational, reflecting a significant decrease in its influence and popularity. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2023/05, p21
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Religion and Philosophy
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:163818995
  • Copyright Statement:Copyright of Time.com is the property of TIME USA, LLC and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites without the copyright holder's express written permission. Additionally, content may not be used with any artificial intelligence tools or machine learning technologies. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)

Looking to go deeper into this topic? Look for more articles on EBSCOhost.