Childhood and Education Journey of Joel Osteen in Timeline

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Joel Osteen

An overview of the childhood and early education of Joel Osteen, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Joel Osteen is an American pastor, televangelist, businessman, and author known for his televised sermons and best-selling books. He is a prominent figure associated with prosperity theology and the Word of Faith movement, emphasizing faith and positive thinking to achieve success and well-being. Osteen's ministry reaches a large audience through television, books, and online platforms.

1921: John Osteen's birth

In 1921, John Osteen, Joel Osteen's father, was born. He later founded Lakewood Church.

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1933: Dolores Pilgrim's birth

In 1933, Dolores ("Dodie") Pilgrim, Joel Osteen's mother, was born.

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March 5, 1963: Joel Osteen Born

On March 5, 1963, Joel Scott Osteen was born. He is now known as an American pastor, televangelist, businessman, and author.

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1981: Graduation from Humble High School

In 1981, Joel Osteen graduated from Humble High School in Humble, Texas.

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1983: Ordination through Father's Church

In 1983, Joel Osteen was ordained through his father's church.

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April 4, 1987: Marriage to Victoria Iloff

On April 4, 1987, Joel Osteen married Victoria Iloff, who later became co-pastor of Lakewood Church.

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January 1999: Death of John Osteen

In January 1999, Joel Osteen's father, John Osteen, died of a heart attack.

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2002: Siblings involved in full-time ministry

In 2002, some of Joel Osteen's siblings, including Paul, were involved in full-time ministry.

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2003: Lakewood Church acquires Compaq Center

In 2003, Lakewood Church acquired the Compaq Center, former home of the NBA Houston Rockets and the AHL Houston Aeros.

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2008: Comments on Mormons

In 2008, during a Fox News interview, Joel Osteen indicated that he believed Mormons were Christians and revealed he had not studied the religion.

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2011: Support for Israel

In 2011, Joel Osteen stated his support for Israel in an interview.

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2012: Ruling in Favor of Osteen

In 2012, a judge ruled in favor of Joel Osteen in the copyright infringement lawsuit brought by the band the American Dollar.

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2021: Loan Repayment

In 2021, Lakewood Church paid back the $4.4 million CARES Act loan it had received.

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December 2023: Debt Retirement

In December 2023, Lakewood Church retired their 19-year debt from a $100 million construction loan.

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