![]() ![]() The resignation follows an apology issued by the church on Friday over allegations of Houston’s conduct towards two women. We have committed to an independent review of our governance structure and processes, understanding that this is a time of humble reflection and we are committed to doing what is necessary to ensure God is honoured, and our eyes are fixed on Jesus. Irrespective of the circumstances around this, we can all agree that Brian and (his wife) Bobbie have served God faithfully over many decades and that their ministry has resulted in millions of people across the world being impacted by the power, grace, and love of Jesus Christ.Īs you can appreciate, there is still much to be done and our church leadership continues seeking God for His wisdom as we set the course for the future. We understand there will be much emotion at this news, and we all share these feelings. We would like to advise you that Pastor Brian Houston has resigned as Global Senior Pastor of Hillsong Church and the board has accepted his resignation. The global board said in a statement on Wednesday: The suspended global pastor Brian Houston has resigned from the Hillsong church following revelations of his alleged mistreatment of women. 02.43 GMT Hillsong global pastor Brian Houston resigns ![]() Thank you, Ash, on behalf of a very grateful nation. None of us will forget, of course, her triumphant win in Wimbledon and none of us will ever forget that incredible comeback down there at the Australian Open this year, which, once again, showed everybody what you can do when you really apply yourself to it. I do want to say thank you, Ash, for inspiring a country, inspiring a nation, at a time when this country really needed a good shot in the arm. I have no doubt that will be the case as you go forward with the next chapters in your life. Your commitment to excellence in your chosen field in tennis, you’re a great cricketer, great tennis player, I’m sure anything you turned your hand to you will be a great success. I particularly want to say thank you to you, Ash, for inspiring a generation of young people and particularly a generation of young Indigenous people in this country. The prime minister, Scott Morrison, has responded to the news of Ash Barty’s shock retirement from tennis. ![]()
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