TBN drops Kenneth Copeland from programming lineup amid upcoming changes

Trinity Broadcasting Network (TBN) announced it will cease airing programs from televangelist Kenneth Copeland starting October 2nd. This decision is part of a series of ongoing programming changes at the international Christian television network, ending a business relationship with Kenneth Copeland Ministries that lasted approximately 40 years, during which TBN aired Copeland's "Believer’s Voice of Victory."

TBN Marketing Director Nate Daniels stated the removal of Copeland's programs is part of a transition pursuing a "new vision" under the leadership of Matt and Laurie Crouch. He explained that TBN has been making programming changes over several years, including moving away from telethons, upgrading to HD, expanding streaming platforms, forging partnerships with brands like K-LOVE and the Museum of the Bible, and replacing some programs with new original content from figures like Christine Caine, Mike Huckabee, and Mike Rowe.

Daniels described the decision to drop Copeland as "a very difficult decision." He noted that programming by Steven Furtick of Elevation Church will replace "Believer’s Voice of Victory" on TBN. Daniels also pointed out that Kenneth Copeland Ministries has found success beyond TBN's broadcast and developed numerous other ways for viewers to access his ministry, including through his own network.

Kenneth Copeland confirmed the removal of his program on the Kenneth Copeland Ministries website, stating that Matt Crouch informed him TBN believes "The LORD is taking TBN in a new direction" and his program "isn’t really a fit for their future programming." Copeland assured viewers that "Believer’s Voice of Victory" broadcasts would continue elsewhere to bring "The WORD of God," and he included a link listing alternative viewing options. He expressed gratitude to TBN founders Dr. Paul and Jan Crouch, as well as to Matt and Laurie Crouch, blessing TBN and its work.

The article concludes by noting Copeland, a proponent of the prosperity gospel, has a reported net worth of around $300 million and owns multiple private aircraft.