Brian Houston
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Biography
Brian Charles Houston is a New Zealand-Australian former pastor and evangelist. He was the founder and senior pastor at Hillsong Church, based in Sydney with locations around the world. In January 2022, Houston stepped aside from his roles within the church after being criminally charged in Australia for allegedly concealing the sexual abuse of a child by his father.
Known For
With fresh reporting and analysis from journalists, historians and policymakers, go beyond the sensational headlines and behind the velvet rope to examine the church's long pattern of covering up misconduct to protect itself.
The Secrets of Hillsong
Featuring interviews with Hillsong insiders, megachurch experts, and Ranin Karim – the woman whose five-month affair with celebrity senior pastor Carl Lentz led to his downfall – the series explores the high-profile, star-studded church’s alleged exploitation, abuse, and cover-ups.
Hillsong: A Megachurch Exposed
A Storyville feature documentary that explores globally trending megachurch Hillsong, revealing its explosive growth in younger members and shedding light on darker stories within the organisation.
Hillsong Church: God Goes Viral
Chronicles the unlikely rise to prominence of the Australia-based Christian band, Hillsong United.