Rick Warren has announced his resignation from Saddleback Church.
Rick Warren, Author of bestselling book The Purpose Driven Life, has announced he will retire as senior pastor of Saddleback Church, following 40 years at the helm of one of America’s most influential churches.
Warren said will be stepping down from his role in September, and hand over to his successor, Andy Wood – who is currently lead pastor of Echo Church in San Jose, California.
Kay & I are thrilled to share that @andywood
and @stacie_wood of https://t.co/G9jRA2VKLi, San Jose have been called to lead Saddleback! Andy will be installed as our Pastor in September. https://t.co/7887TJTAGf pic.twitter.com/4W8qx1lhzf— Rick Warren (@RickWarren) June 2, 2022
Warren announced on Twitter commending Andy Wood for his experience in “growing a megachurch from zero” during his 14 years at Echo Church, as well as his biblical character qualities.
“Like Kay and me, Andy and Stacie started a brand new Purpose Driven Church with just a handful of people and they grew it to nearly 3,000 attendees on 4 campuses. Kay and I, and our Elders, have unanimously selected Andy Wood to lead us into the future as a church family. We are all SO excited! You’re going to absolutely LOVE this couple. Andy is 40 years old and full of God’s love!” wrote Warren on the Saddleback website.