Steven Furtick

Steven Furtick is the lead pastor of Elevation Church, which he founded in 2006 with just seven families. The church has grown to a weekly attendance over 27,000.

Religious Leader

February 19, 1980

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Steven Furtick, the lead pastor of Elevation Church, founded the church in 2006 alongside seven families. Since then, it has become one of the largest and fastest-growing churches in America, with a weekly attendance of over 27,000. Furtick is not only a Grammy-award winning songwriter and producer but also a New York Times best-selling author, known for his books “Greater” and “Sun Stand Still.” His exceptional communication skills and ability to connect with audiences through preaching have contributed to his success. In addition to writing and preaching, Furtick has produced music albums and led worship at his church. His wife, Holly, who is a co-founder of Elevation Church, also preaches regularly.