Tony Evans Steps Away from Megachurch

After 40 Years, Prominent Evangelical Pastor Leaves Leadership Role

Dr. Tony Evans, a noted Christian speaker, author, and radio and television personality, has departed from his pulpit at the Urban Alternative, a Dallas megachurch he founded over four decades ago.

Evans, 74, announced his decision on June 11, 2024, to a congregation stunned by the news. The respected pastor had been a fixture in the evangelical community for decades, known for his powerful sermons and unwavering commitment to spreading the teachings of God.

The Urban Alternative, founded in 1982, has grown under Evans' leadership to become one of the largest and most influential evangelical churches in the United States. The ministry has a global reach through its radio and television broadcasts, as well as its extensive outreach programs.

Evans' departure leaves a void in the evangelical community, and raises questions about the future of the Urban Alternative. The exact reasons for his decision to step away have not been disclosed, but sources close to Evans suggest that he has been wrestling with personal and health issues.

The church has not yet announced who will succeed Evans as pastor, but it is expected that a successor will be named in the coming months. In the meantime, the congregation will be led by a team of associate pastors.