Hour of Power - First Episode

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Statement on the Passing of Dr. Robert H. Schuller, 1926 - 2015 Huntington Beach, CA - April 2, 2015. The Rev. Dr. Robert H. Schuller, founding pastor of the Crystal Cathedral and minister to millions over four decades through his acclaimed weekly Hour of Power television broadcasts, died Thursday morning, April 2, with his loving family by his side. Dr. Schuller had been diagnosed with esophageal cancer in August 2013. At the time of his death, he was 88 years old. What follows are words from Robert Vernon "Bobby" Schuller, grandson of Robert H. Schuller, on his special relationship with his grandfather. I always had a special relationship with my grandfather. He was so warm with all of his grandchildren; we all felt special. I remember he used to love calling me "Robert Schuller the Third" like it was special to him that I carried his name. That made it special for me, too. My dad is also Robert Schuller and I remember the three of us at holidays or on fishing trips talking about how to build a thriving ministry, how to reach people where they are, or debating the best way to write a great sermon. When my dad was leading the ministry, in 2006, I came to join him to bring younger adults to an aging church. During that time, my grandfather began mentoring me. I would go to the 12th floor of the Tower of Hope every week. There we were, looking at the top of the Crystal Cathedral, Angel Stadium, and Disneyland. You could see the whole world from up there. He would just pour into me for hours. We would debate (I often disagreed with him), dream, and even think through practical issues of theology. I always left feeling encouraged, like I was on cloud nine. Several times he would say, "Bobby, Oral Roberts called me a prophet. I prophesize that someday you will take over after your father!" Though the idea of picking his grandson to carry on would be no surprise to most people, I doubted the idea, mostly because I had no desire to be enmeshed in a family run ministry. After setting out on my own, the Crystal Cathedral Congregation, now Shepherd's Grove, voted unanimously to have me return and lead the church into its next chapter. I have the incredible honor of carrying on my grandfather's legacy by teaching people that they are not what they do, not what they have, and not what people say about them. They are the beloved of God. This message is going to millions around the world as we carry on the work my grandparents and parents began exactly sixty years ago. The Hour of Power team is dedicated to keeping Dr. Schuller's legacy alive by providing our messages, old and new, to those who need to hear them most. About Bobby Schuller Bobby Schuller is a pastor, writer, and speaker on the internationally broadcast television program, the Hour of Power. He is the grandson of Robert H. Schuller, founder of the Crystal Cathedral. Along with hosting the Hour of Power, Bobby is senior pastor of Shepherd's Grove church in Garden Grove, California - the congregation formerly known as the Crystal Cathedral. He has a passion for using media to engage the most distracted culture in history, and believes the power of God can answer the most challenging questions facing today's generation. He resides in Orange, California, with his wife, Hannah, and their children, Haven and Cohen. For photos, video, and more, please go to http://www.hourofpower.org/about/index.php. CONTACT: BONNIE BALLOCH Assistant to Bobby Schuller Hour of Power / Shepherd's Grove 15272 Jason Circle Huntington Beach, CA 92649 714-402-7838 bonnie.balloch@hourofpower.org