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Kenneth Copeland

Kenneth Max Copeland is an American televangelist, author, and founder of Kenneth Copeland Ministries.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Kenneth Max Copeland is an American televangelist, author, and founder of Kenneth Copeland Ministries. He is associated with the charismatic movement and the Word of Faith prosperity gospel tradition. His ministry is based in Tarrant County, Texas, and his broadcast is known as The Believer's Voice of Victory.

Early life and background

Kenneth Max Copeland was born on December 6, 1936, in Lubbock, Texas, United States. Available sources identify him as an American televangelist and author connected to the charismatic movement.

Ministry

Copeland founded Kenneth Copeland Ministries and Eagle Mountain International Church Inc. in Texas. His ministry has used television, radio, books, prayer networks, and conferences to distribute its message.

Beliefs and teachings

Copeland is associated with the Word of Faith movement and prosperity gospel teachings, which link faith and donations with health, wealth, and happiness. Some sources note that these teachings have been controversial.

Media presence

Copeland is widely known for The Believer's Voice of Victory broadcast and other media outreach. Sources also describe him as a public speaker and writer.

Canadian presence

Kenneth Copeland Ministries says it has had a presence in Canada for more than 40 years and serves Canadian followers through Canadian operations and resources.

Key facts

  • Kenneth Copeland is an American televangelist born in Lubbock, Texas, on December 6, 1936.
  • He is associated with the charismatic movement and the Word of Faith prosperity gospel tradition.
  • He founded Eagle Mountain International Church Inc. in Tarrant County, Texas.
  • His ministry, Kenneth Copeland Ministries, is known for radio and television broadcasts, conferences, and prayer networks.
  • Sources describe him as one of the wealthiest pastors in the United States.
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Canadian context

Kenneth Copeland Ministries says it has had a presence in Canada for more than 40 years and serves Canadian followers through Canadian operations and resources.[12]

Frequently asked questions

Who is Kenneth Copeland?
Kenneth Copeland is an American televangelist, author, and founder of Kenneth Copeland Ministries.
When was Kenneth Copeland born?
He was born on December 6, 1936.
What is Kenneth Copeland known for?
He is known for televangelism, prosperity gospel teaching, and the broadcast The Believer's Voice of Victory.
What church or ministry did he found?
He founded Eagle Mountain International Church Inc. and Kenneth Copeland Ministries.
What religious movement is he associated with?
He is associated with the charismatic movement and the Word of Faith prosperity gospel movement.

References

  1. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kenneth_Copeland
    Supports: Birth date, American televangelist identity, founder of Eagle Mountain International Church Inc., and The Believer's Voice of Victory.
  2. Encyclopaedia Britannicahttps://www.britannica.com/biography/Kenneth-Copeland
    Supports: Birth place, televangelist identity, Word of Faith prosperity gospel association, founder of Eagle Mountain International Church Inc., and wealth/pastoral prominence.
  3. Encyclopaedia Britannicahttps://www.britannica.com/biography/Kenneth-Copeland
    Supports: Prosperity gospel teaching and status as one of the wealthiest pastors in the United States.
  4. Wikipediahttps://www.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kenneth_Copeland
    Supports: Association with charismatic movement, Kenneth Copeland Ministries, and broadcast-related information.
  5. YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UoEJoKggPd4
    Supports: Documentary discussion of controversies and ministry details; used only cautiously because it is a secondary media source.
  6. Kenneth Copeland Ministries Canadahttps://kcmcanada.ca/kenneth-gloria-copeland-how-we-got-started/
    Supports: Canadian presence and duration of ministry activity in Canada.