Charles Stanley went to glory in April 2023, having served as an influential Baptist pastor in Atlanta for 50 years. Stanley’s legacy and ministry live on through In Touch Ministries, which is led by President and CEO, Phillip Bowen.  

With a focus on faith, prayer, discipleship, and Christian living, In Touch ministries serves to equip the Church to make disciples, helping you to deepen your understanding of Scripture and God.   

In Touch ministries reaches millions of people around the world, sharing Dr Charles Stanley’s sermons and teachings, which have been translated into multiple languages, expanding the reach of the Gospel across diverse cultures and communities with hugely positive results.  

If you haven’t heard Dr. Stanley’s messages before, now’s the time to tune in. His teachings serve to develop leaders who will help new believers navigate the Christian life. If your heart is to win people to Christ and walk with them, In Touch Ministries will help you grow. 

Charles Stanley was born in Dry Fork, Virginia, USA in 1932. In 1971, he became the senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Atlanta, which had one of the largest congregations in the United States. In 1977, Stanley founded In Touch Ministries, the media and outreach arm of his ministry.  

Dr. Stanley was married twice. He was first married to Anna, with whom he had 2 children, Andy and Becky. After Anna passed away, he married Betty in 2000.