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Pastor Jack: The Authorized Biography of Jack Hayford

This engaging biography of the pastor of pastors, whom Christianity Today called “The Pentecostal Gold Standard,” invites readers into the fascinating life and faith of Pastor Jack Hayford, a true man of God.

Jack Hayford is rightly known as a “pastor of pastors.” The facts bear this out: he is the author of over 50 books, the writer of 600 hymns and choruses (including the internationally popular “Majesty”), and a pentecostal leader committed to building bridges while maintaining the integrity of the gospel.

For Pastor Jack, David Moore was granted unrestricted access to Hayford’s journals and personal correspondence and completed over 60 hours of personal interviews to offer the first authorized biography of this extraordinary man. From the miraculous healings he experienced as a child to the moment he sensed God calling him to the pastorate for more than 60 years of fruitful ministry, Hayford has witnessed and proclaimed God’s mighty works with boldness and grace. This exploration of his life and legacy will inspire Hay

“You will learn much from this book about Jack, but also be challenged to learn from his impact and legacy.” –Ed Stetzer, Wheaton College

Pastor Jack: The Authorized Biography of Pastor Jack Hayford by S. David Moore is available today!

This engaging biography of the pastor of pastors, whomChristianity Todaycalled “The Pentecostal Gold Standard,” invites readers into the fascinating life and faith of Pastor Jack Hayford, a true man of God.

Jack Hayford is rightly known as a “pastor of pastors.” The facts bear this out: he is the author of over 50 books, the writer of 600 hymns and choruses (including the internationally popular “Majesty”), and a pentecostal leader committed to building bridges while maintaining the integrity of the gospel.

For Pastor Jack, David Moore was granted unrestricted access to Hayford’s journals and personal correspondence and completed over 60 hours of personal interviews to offer the first authorized biography of this extraordinary man.

From the miraculous healings he experienced as a child to the moment he sensed God calling him to the pas

Jack W. Hayford

American pastor (1934–2023)

Jack Hayford

Born

Jack Williams Hayford


(1934-06-25)June 25, 1934

Los Angeles, California, U.S.

DiedJanuary 8, 2023(2023-01-08) (aged 88)

Los Angeles, California, U.S.

EducationB.A. Life Pacific College
B.A. Azusa Pacific University
Hon.D.D. Oral Roberts University,
D.D. California Graduate School of Theology
Hon.D.Th, Life Pacific College
Alma materLife Pacific College, 1956
OccupationMinister
Spouses
  • Anna Smith

    (m. 1955; died 2017)​
  • Valerie Lemire

    (m. 2018)​
Children4
ReligionPentecostal

Congregations served

The Church on the Way 1969–1999

Offices held

President, International Church of the Foursquare Gospel
Chancellor Emeritus, The King's University
Websitejackhayford.com

Jack Williams Hayford (June 25, 1934 – January 8, 2023) was an American author, songwriter, Pentecostal minister, and Chancellor Emeritus of The King's University (formerly The

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