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A Vision for the Future of In Touch Ministries

“Enlarge the place of your tent; stretch out the curtains of your dwellings, do not spare them; lengthen your ropes and strengthen your pegs. For you will spread out to the right and to the left.”

ISAIAH 54:2–3

Expanding the Kingdom of God

As we look to the future, we are prepared and committed to continue sharing Dr. Stanley’s messages with those who haven’t heard them before or who would love to gain a deeper understanding of God’s Word by listening to his messages again.

MINISTRY LEADERSHIP

Leading In Touch Into the Future

Dr. Stanley prayerfully considered the leadership needs of In Touch Ministries and made his wishes clear before his passing. He selected long-standing President and CEO Phillip Bowen and his Board of Directors to lead In Touch into the future. Phillip has been the President and CEO of In Touch for more than 10 years and was a trusted friend and travel companion to Dr. Stanley. He is deeply familiar with and dedicated to Dr. Stanley’s heart and vision for the future of the ministry, as is the Board of Directors.

His Calling Remains Our Calling

God gave Dr. Stanley a vision for In Touch Ministries that went beyond the pulpit and extended to the ends of the earth—to lead people worldwide into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and to strengthen the local church. Although Dr. Stanley has completed his part, until Christ calls us home, we still have work to do. Therefore, we’ll continue to broadcast his sermons on television and radio, publish the In Touch devotional, and seek innovative ways to reach people—helping them know Jesus in a more profound and all-encompassing way.
An important way we reach people is by developing leaders who will help new believers navigate the Christian life. This is why In Touch Ministries will continue to support local churches by training pastors in developing countries through the Life Principles Conferences, equipping missionaries with Messenger Lab devices, and creating discipleship resources for personal growth
Reaching an ever-changing world requires creative solutions. That’s why we’ll continue to utilize both new and existing communication technologies to share the good news of salvation with people. Whether via traditional broadcast media or the next digital service, we’ll meet people where they are, communicating with them in their heart language on their personal devices.

The Many Ministries of In Touch

This is just an overview of how we are leading people worldwide into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and strengthening the local church.

Continue With Us

Your support allows us to share Dr. Stanley’s messages with those who haven’t heard them before or who would love to gain a deeper understanding of God’s Word by listening to his messages again. It allows us to send Messengers around the globe, host Life Principles Pastors Conferences, create discipleship resources, and broadcast the biblical truths God gave Dr. Stanley on television, radio, and online.

In other words, because of people like you, we can lead people worldwide into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and strengthen the local church. The following are a few ways you can continue to help expand the ministry of In Touch.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is your succession plan now that Dr. Stanley is home with the Lord?

Before Dr. Stanley passed away, he prayerfully considered the leadership needs of In Touch Ministries and made his wishes clear. He selected long-standing President and CEO Phillip Bowen and his Board of Directors to lead In Touch into the future. Phillip has been the President and CEO of In Touch for more than 10 years and has been a trusted friend and travel companion to Dr. Stanley. He is deeply familiar with and dedicated to Dr. Stanley’s heart and vision for the future of the ministry, as is the Board of Directors.

Will I still be able to watch, listen, and access Dr. Stanley’s teachings?

Yes! Due to Dr. Stanley’s faithful obedience and over 45 years of preaching, we have a rich and extensive library of sermons—many of which today’s audiences haven’t heard. We are excited to share Dr. Stanley’s messages with those who haven’t heard them before or who would love to gain a deeper understanding of God’s Word by listening to his messages again.

Will television and radio stations continue to carry Dr. Stanley’s messages?

We’re committed to carrying out the mission of In Touch by sharing Dr. Stanley’s messages via television and radio as long as the Lord allows. We will do all we can to ensure our current stations and broadcast will continue airing Dr. Stanley’s messages even though he has passed.

Will the Messenger Lab project continue?

Yes. We intend to continue the Messenger Lab project as long as the Lord allows. We have many partners worldwide who love Dr. Stanley’s clear explanation of Scripture and use the Messenger Lab devices to reach people with the gospel and disciple them in their walk with Christ.

Messenger Lab is a ministry that is constantly growing and expanding in influence and impact. As long as God continues to work through it, the Messenger Lab will remain an important aspect of In Touch’s ministry.

Will I still receive the In Touch monthly devotional magazine?

Yes. We will continue sending out the In Touch monthly devotional magazine as long as the Lord allows. It is important to us to continue leading people into a closer relationship with Jesus Christ through the devotional, teaching letters, sermon notes, and other helpful resources. The devotions you’ve come to know and love over the years will continue, drawn from Dr. Stanley’s years of teaching.

Will I still receive the Pastor’s Heart letter?

Yes. We will continue sending out the Pastor’s Heart letter. Full of powerful insight into God’s Word, wise counsel, and practical instruction, receiving one in the mail is sure to encourage the soul. And that will not end. Each month, the In Touch Ministries family will continue to share Dr. Stanley’s more than 50 years’ worth of messages with you so you can grow closer to the Savior.

Will I still receive the Sermon Notes?

Yes. We intend to continue sending out our regular discipleship subscriptions as long as the Lord allows. It is important to us to continue leading people into a closer relationship with Jesus Christ through the devotional, teaching letters, sermon notes, and other helpful resources.

How will In Touch continue to reach people with Dr. Stanley’s messages?

God has given In Touch an excellent foundation—an extensive library of discipleship resources that need to go further. We’ll continue to send Messengers, host Life Principles Conferences, create discipleship resources, and broadcast the biblical truths God gave Dr. Stanley on television, radio, and online. The Lord has also revealed that we must go forward in faith—to new places and through innovative technologies to lead more people into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. We will continue to seek His guidance and will as we explore new opportunities to share the gospel.

How will you use my donations now that Dr. Stanley is with the Lord?

Because of your generosity, we can send Messengers around the globe, host Life Principles Pastors Conferences, create discipleship resources, and broadcast the biblical truths God has given to Dr. Stanley on television, radio, and online. In other words, because of your partnership with us, we can continue leading people worldwide into a growing relationship with Jesus and strengthening the local church.

Can I donate in memory of Dr. Stanley’s legacy moving forward?

Yes. We’re so thankful for your partnership and for your desire to see Dr. Stanley honored in this way. Any gift to In Touch Ministries will further the ministry and mission so dear to his heart and would be a wonderful way to continue his legacy.

Can I visit In Touch Ministries?

Yes, please do. We appreciate your interest in visiting In Touch Ministries. Our Partner Communications Department would be happy to arrange a tour of the facilities for you. Please email Tours@intouch.org for more information.

Where can I find Dr. Stanley’s memorial website?

Visit charlesstanley.com, a site dedicated to celebrating Dr. Stanley’s life and ministry.