Jan Crouch, who co-founded the Trinity Broadcasting Network (TBN) with her husband Paul Crouch, is dead at 78. Her son and daughter-in-law Matt and Laurie Crouch released a statement on May 31, announcing the death of Jan Crouch following a massive stroke. The statement is posted on Matt and Laurie’s official blog and features a photo of televangelist Oral Roberts laying hands on Jan Crouch . The photo is one of many that feature Jan Crouch throughout the years as she and her husband Paul led the TBN network and brought their ministry across the globe. Crouch was born on March 14, 1938. Televangelists, ministers, and musicians took to social media to share their sympathy and send their thoughts to the Crouch family.
Jan Crouch, known around the world as Momma Jan, has gone home. https://t.co/WHjsa8KL9f pic.twitter.com/uFqP89rSGM
— TBN (@TBN) May 31, 2016
A portion of the statement released by Matt and Laurie Crouch reads as follows.
“Laurie and I have just watched the transition of our precious Mother from this world to the next; watched her step into the presence of Jesus and into her heavenly reward. Jan Crouch, known around the world as Momma Jan, has gone home.
“Those who battled for the Kingdom of God knew her as a fighter — someone who didn’t give up, someone who fought relentlessly to get the Gospel around the world.”
Many televangelists, ministers, and musicians associated with TBN have spoken publicly about the death of Jan Crouch. Donnie McClurkin posted the following message on Twitter.
My heart is broken in several different ways.MY dear FRIEND..JAN CROUCH has passed away. PRAY for the crouch family pic.twitter.com/FRyWyRgKxG
— Donnie McClurkin (@Donnieradio) May 31, 2016
Televangelist Rod Parsley released the following statement.
Pray for the Crouch & @TBN family, as precious Jan has gone on to her eternal reward. We celebrate her life, legacy, & love for the gospel.
— Rod Parsley (@RealRodParsley) May 31, 2016
Televangelist Benny Hinn announced a home-going service for Jan Crouch on his Twitter account.
Benny Hinn joins believers worldwide in honoring Jan Crouch, Christian television pioneer. https://t.co/Ih5Fu1jcwd pic.twitter.com/lKolZ5r9Ih
— Benny Hinn (@Benny_Hinn) May 31, 2016
Lakewood Church pastors Joel and Victoria Osteen also shared their thoughts and sympathy with the family.
We celebrate and honor the legacy of our friend Jan Crouch. Our thoughts and prayers are with their family. pic.twitter.com/P0e5W8V8VH
— Lakewood Church (@lakewoodch) May 31, 2016
Pastor of The Potter’s House in Dallas, Texas, Bishop T.D. Jakes and his wife Serita Jakes also tweeted their sympathy and gratitude to the Crouch family for all that Jan Crouch had accomplished through TBN.
We celebrate the legacy of @tbn CoFounder Jan Crouch. Jan was a trailblazer & we’re thankful for the impact she had. pic.twitter.com/GUgaWT3hmr
— The Potter’s House (@TPHDallas) May 31, 2016
Our hearts and prayers go out for the family, TBN staff, partners, friends and fans of Jan Crouch. #JanCrouch pic.twitter.com/vH63mpxxzm
— T.D. Jakes (@BishopJakes) May 31, 2016
Dr. Mike Murdock shared the last photo he had taken of Jan Crouch.
Jan Crouch..is with Jesus..! One of very last photos with Tamara Burns…! A Powerful Leader & outspoken Minister! pic.twitter.com/ZDrSaL7VmZ
— Dr. Mike Murdock (@drmikemurdock) May 31, 2016
Daystar television network also tweeted their sympathies and condolences.
Our hearts & prayers are with the Crouch & @TBN family today. Jan is with Jesus & has received her great reward! pic.twitter.com/Bz5Qj6O5UB
— Daystar Television (@Daystar) May 31, 2016
Dr. Cindy Trimm released a statement regarding the news that Jan Crouch had died through Twitter She stated the following.
“It is with a deep sense of sadness that I send sincere condolences to the Crouch and the TBN family in transition to glory of a matriarch, trailblazer and the co-founder of TBN, Mrs. Jan Crouch. Our hearts have been forever touched and impacted deeply by her love for God, her heart for the world, and an undaunted commitment to the furtherance of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Her legacy will forever live on in our hearts. I’m grateful for her life as a pioneer and giant in the faith. As a trailblazer, she paved the way for many. May her soul rest in Peace. Keeping the Crouch and TBN family covered in prayer. – Dr. Cindy Trimm.”
The legacy of Mrs. Jan Crouch will forever live on in our hearts! Keeping the Crouch & @TBN family covered in prayer pic.twitter.com/JygGVXDeOG
— Dr. Cindy Trimm (@cindytrimm) May 31, 2016
Jesse Duplantis shared the following statement.
Even though Jan Crouch is in heaven I feel a little empty inside. I will always cherish the moments we had together. Rest in peace my friend
— Jesse Duplantis (@jesse_duplantis) May 31, 2016
The Word Network shared their condolences.
Our prayers are with the Crouch and TBN family after the sad news of the passing of TBN co-founder Jan Crouch. pic.twitter.com/VsIy66Ruqt
— The Word Network (@thewordnetwork) May 31, 2016
Jentezen Franklin released a statement and shared a link to his Instagram account where he spoke more about the death of Jan Crouch.
Jan Crouch will always be remembered for her love for Jesus and her love for souls. What s… https://t.co/EueUeKmy7H pic.twitter.com/4nAxQhWrRU
— Jentezen Franklin (@Jentezen) May 31, 2016
Hillsong pastor Brian Houston shared condolences and pointed out that her work enabled Hillsong Channel to exist.
Today Jan Crouch enters heaven as @HillsongChannel commences tomorrow. It’s only possible because of her legacy. pic.twitter.com/D5c7Zds2gp
— Brian Houston (@BrianCHouston) May 31, 2016
There is no word yet on Jan Crouch’s funeral. We’ll provide you with an update as soon as it is available.
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