Hillsong's positions on non-central doctrines of the faith are diverse, although individuals may have taken a public stand on many topical issues in contemporary Christianity is in keeping with mainstream Pentecostalism – e.g. [52] In 2004 and 2005, the then Treasurer of Australia, Peter Costello, spoke at its annual conferences. Hillsong Worship exists to serve the global Church and equip believers everywhere with songs of Holy Spirit power that exalt and glorify the Name of Jesus, build the Church and fuel revival on the earth. [1] The music of Hillsong United and Hillsong Worship are credited with driving Hillsong's global popularity. Hillsong leadership told the press they were unaware of this situation and that the suspended pastor was seeking professional help.

The live album series was recorded at the Sydney campus(es) and then edited and produced by Hillsong Music Australia. Hillsong United (stylised as Hillsong UNITED or UNITED) is a worship band that originated as a part of Hillsong Church.Formed in 1998 as part of Hillsong's youth ministry, the band consists of several rotating worship leaders from the church, including Joel Houston, Taya Smith-Gaukrodger, Matt Crocker, Jonathon Douglass, Jad Gillies and Benjamin Hastings. Concerns have been expressed by politicians,[62] media,[63] community groups,[64] Christian leaders[65][66] and former members. [81][82] Frank Houston resigned from his church in 2000, which now lacking a pastor, was merged into Hillsong Church. CityCare's "street teams" worked within the community to care for, feed and clothe the homeless. Take a front row seat at Hillsong Conference 2019 and enjoy the main sessions from this year’s keynote guests along with masterclass sessions and worship workshops. This was a result of strategic marketing that targeted younger generations and Hillsong's success at establishing itself as a global music standard.[2]. Although Brian Houston was legally obligated to report the crime, he did not do so. People Just Like Us was the first Christian album to achieve gold status in Australia as well as the first to go Platinum. [9], In 2018, it was announced that Hillsong would be expanding into Canada and Mexico, with the launch of Hillsong Toronto on 23 September 2018 [10] and Hillsong Monterrey later that year. [43], Hillsong Young & Free was established in 2012 as a new branch of Hillsong's ministry. [2], Hillsong's worship music has been widely influential not only in Pentecostal churches, but more broadly in Evangelical churches. They also have special quarterly "Sisterhood United" night meetings that include working women. [15], The founders, Brian and Bobbie Houston, are currently the global senior pastors of Hillsong Church.

Home Hillsong Church About Brian & Bobbie Vision What We Believe Policies Contact Media Apps Giving Manage My Giving. Many of Hillsong's "worship expressions" have been incorporated into Evangelical services including raised hands, vocal utterance and dance. Riches found via interviews with attendees that the ministries increased women's choice regarding around sexuality and child rearing; encouraged women to start small businesses and to take on promotions at work; facilitated women's participation in cultural events, as well as promoted women's voices in religious teaching and public life. [104], Sexual abuse committed by founder's father, Stance on homosexuality and same-sex marriage, (Riches, T. 2016. In March 2007, Hillsong Kiev planted an offshoot church in Moscow, which started regular services in July 2007.

[17], Hillsong's various ministries include Hillsong Music, Hillsong Kids, Hillsong Sisterhood, Hillsong Men, Hillsong Conference, Hillsong CityCare, Hillsong International Leadership College, Hillsong Channel, TV & Film, Hillsong Performing Arts Academy and Hillsong Health Centre. The video was recorded live in Israel and shows a stone at the entrance of Nassar's farm, which has the words "We refuse to be enemies" written on it. A new convention centre at the church's "Hills" location, was opened on 19 October 2002 by John Howard, the then Prime Minister of Australia. Hillsong Stockholm, Sweden, formerly known as Passion Church, was planted in 2008–2009. [75][76][77] In 1999, his mother reported the abuse to the church. Welcome. She is a mentor to many of Hillsong's women leaders. [78][77]:12:30 In November 2018, 60 Minutes aired a segment revisiting the sexual abuse scandal, because newly revealed documentation allegedly reveals that Brian Houston was deeply involved in a cover-up and that Frank Houston's abusive behaviour was worse than initially thought. 1 song on the Billboard Christian Songs chart in 2014[38] and 2016,[39] No. [44][45][46], On 9 March 2016, the American religious broadcaster Trinity Broadcasting Network announced a partnership with Hillsong that saw their former sub-network, The Church Channel re-imaged as the Hillsong Channel on 1 June 2016, in line with Hillsong's American expansion plans.[47][48]. Hillsong Channel NOW Sign in Email address Next Need help? "[57], In 2008, it was claimed by a Sydney inner city publication, Central Magazine, that Hillsong had donated A$600 to a Member of the Legislative Council, Kristina Keneally (ALP), for the tickets of a fundraising dinner, featuring the New South Wales' Planning Minister, Frank Sartor (ALP), as a guest speaker one month before the 2007 state election,[58] despite Hillsong's own statement of corporate governance declaring that 'Hillsong Church does not make financial contributions to or align itself with any political party or candidate'. Hillsong Chapel features acoustic arrangements, which are "quieter" than the electric guitar, keyboard and drums that are typical of Hillsong's music. [88], Hillsong's attitude towards criticism was portrayed negatively by one former member, Tanya Levin, in her book People in Glass Houses: An Insider's Story of a Life In and Out of Hillsong. [34] In 2008, Reuben Morgan became Hillsong's third worship leader. 2 for 2015,[40] and the No. [69] It was alleged that Hillsong had paid staff members with money given as a government grant for the assistance of the Riverstone Aboriginal community. [90] In an interview with Andrew Denton, Levin further discussed her experience of Hillsong, which she described as "toxic Christianity". "[87] Mercy Ministries was closed down on 31 October 2009, preceding which Hillsong had distanced itself from the organisation despite earlier funding and staffing elements of it. [3], In 1986 a social engagement program called CityCare was established offering various community services including personal development programs, counseling services, a health centre and youth mentoring. The church, originally called Hills Christian Life Centre, was established in 1983 in Baulkham Hills, New South Wales, by Brian Houston and his wife Bobbie. Be a part of Hillsong's global community positioned to lead and impact in every sphere of life.

Hillsong is a church that believes in Jesus, a church that loves God and people. Hillsong Church has produced over 40 albums, which have sold over 11 million copies. Later, he clarified his position after being criticised by some Christians for allegedly supporting homosexuality. The Sisterhood is involved in issues like HIV, domestic violence and human trafficking. [19] Church members have described Hillsong's leadership development as a process that supports women's movement from timid, supportive wife into leadership roles within the Church. [73], Frank Houston, the father of Hillsong Church founder Brian Houston, was a pastor in New Zealand and Australia who abused as many as nine boys over the course of his ministry. [75], Hillsong has been criticised for its involvement with Mercy Ministries, an evangelical charity with a right to life view and a conservative perspective on homosexuality. [26][27][28][29] It also believes that homosexuality is contrary to biblical teaching but emphasises that it does not condemn homosexuals. [42] In 2018, Hillsong Worship won its first Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song for "What a Beautiful Name". [76][81][83] Contrary to what is stated in Frank Houston's resignation letter, he retired from the position of senior pastor of Sydney Christian Life Centre in May 1999 and was never employed by Hillsong Church.

In a statement released on Hillsong's website, he stated: "Nowhere in my answer did I diminish biblical truth or suggest that I or Hillsong Church supported gay marriage. [1] Through the 1980s and 1990s, the congregation grew from 45 members to nearly 20,000 and emerged as a significant influence in the area of contemporary worship music. Some would even say that Mercy Ministries has saved their life. The worship series began as a compilation of songs and developed into studio recorded albums. The members of "The Hillsong Eldership" are senior executive staff and business leaders from Hillsong's congregation. To date, all Hillsong live worship albums have achieved Gold status in Australia. Take a front row seat at Hillsong Conference 2018 and enjoy the main sessions from this year’s keynote guests. [4] During the 1990s, Kiev Christian Life Centre, now Hillsong Kiev, and London Christian Life Centre, now Hillsong London, were planted from Hillsong Church as independent churches. [3] Zschech was Hillsong's second worship leader and Hillsong achieved international acclaim during her ministry. The church is governed by a board of elders. [5] It was announced in October 2007 that Phil Dooley and Lucinda Dooley would plant a Hillsong Church in South Africa in March 2008. The conference is hosted by Hillsong Church and Lead Pastors Brian and Bobbie Houston, and involves a variety of guests from across the globe. Although Hillsong generally supports the traditional roles of wife and mother for women, the church's position is that their ministries "empower" women. Explore powerful Bible-based teaching from guests such as Bill Johnson, Louie Giglio, Joseph Prince, Earl McClellan, Carl Lentz, and... Hillsong UNITED's latest album PEOPLE, recorded live at Hillsong Australia. Originally, services were held at the Baulkham Hills Public School hall.