Bishop T.D. Jakes has sparked reactions after sharing a major announcement about his role at the Potter’s House church in Dallas, Texas.

Bishop T.D. Jakes Shares Major Announcement About His Role At Potter’s House Church

According to TMZ, Bishop Jakes shared the announcement with his congregation on Sunday, April 27.

During the service, he reportedly announced that he would be handing over his duties as the senior pastor of the megachurch to his daughter, Sarah Jakes Roberts, and her husband, Touré Roberts.

As for the reason behind Jakes’ decision, he reportedly explained that he wants to address “major economic issues” and serve “as a bridge between community, culture, and corporate alliances to help position [the] nation for a stronger future.”

“As I enter my 50th year in the public spotlight, I recognize the urgent need to address more challenges of our time, particularly the looming threat of a disappearing middle class, social unrest, and closing opportunity gaps.

This pivotal moment calls me to focus on a legacy of economic empowerment, serving as a bridge between community, culture, and corporate alliances to help position our nation for a stronger future,” he reportedly told the group, per Fox 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth.

“Elevating Pastor Touré and Pastor Sarah as the new senior pastors of The Potter’s House, we will honor our rich history while embracing a future that demands innovative ministry for the coming age.

This elevation is not a departure but a rebirth. I will never stop preaching and will continue to minister. This moment isn’t an ending, it’s an expansion…”

Per Fox 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth, the official appointment of Jakes Roberts and her husband will take place later this year. However, Bishop T.D. Jakes will remain “Chairman of the Board and spiritual overseer of The Potter’s House.”

Swipe below to see a portion of Bishop T.D. Jakes’ speech and his subsequent announcement shared via social media.

The Announcement Sparks Reactions On Social Media

According to NBCDFW, Bishop Jakes founded Potter’s House in 1996. To date, it has reportedly gathered over 30,000 members. That said, the bishop’s announcement immediately sparked reactions in The Shade Room’s comment section.

Instagram user @ayoniqki wrote, “He’s been sick and he’s getting older and his daughter is extremely anointed. Well deserved.🥹❤️”

While Instagram user @dheezybabii added, “And that woman can PREACH!!!!”

Instagram user @jordan_gallemore wrote, “Pastors age just like anybody else. Can hear the tiredness in his voice. Gotta know when it’s time to pass the torch”

While Instagram user @atlantahairdoctor added, “What a beautiful moment to witness!🙌God is good!🥳This is so well-deserved. Congratulations!🎊Looking forward to seeing how God continues to use them.🙌”

Instagram user @ronnebrown wrote, “Yes your work has been done, go relax and enjoy your wife and grandchildren. He deserves this. May God bless the transition. Sarah and hubby are equipped.🙌❤️”

While Instagram user @tiffanynycole_ added, “He’s been preaching for decades! It’s his time to rest now. There comes a time when it happens. May God bless this transition🙌🏽🤍”

Instagram user @blakbeauxty wrote, “Great, humble choice‼️💯🙏🏾Sarah is prepared to lead , for sure.”

Last Year, Before Bishop T.D. Jakes’ Announcement, He Experienced A Medical Emergency

The bishop’s decision arrives about six months after he experienced a medical emergency. As The Shade Room previously reported, in November 2024, Jakes was rushed out of a service, and it was subsequently revealed that he experienced a “health incident.”

Subsequently, while being released from medical care, Bishop T.D. Jakes thanked his healthcare providers. Then, in December of that year, he revealed that he underwent “emergency surgery.” Furthermore, in March of this year, the bishop explained what sparked the incident, revealing that he experienced a “massive heart attack.”