Carlton Pearson was a renowned American Christian minister, gospel music artist, and author who had a significant influence on the religious and music communities.
He was a talented singer, preacher and author who challenged traditional Christian beliefs and sparked controversy with his views on inclusion and universalism.
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- Full name: Carlton Demetrius Pearson
- Date of Birth: March 19, 1953
- Age as of 2024: 71
- Sex: Male
- Birthplace: San Diego, California
- Country: United States
- Occupation: Christian minister, gospel musician, writer
- Parents: None
- Brothers and sisters: None
- Spouse: Gina Marie Gauthier (married 1993-2019)
- Children: Julian Demetrius Pearson, Majestic Amor Pearson
- Marital status: Divorced
- Net worth: $10 million
Early life and education
Carlton Pearson was born on March 19, 1953 in San Diego, California, USA. He grew up in a Christian family and was exposed to the teachings of the Bible from an early age.
Pearson’s interests in theology and music led him to attend Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where he majored in Biblical Literature/English Bible and minored in Theology/Historical Studies.
personal life
Carlton Pearson married Gina Marie Gauthier in 1993. The couple has two children, Julian Demetrius Pearson and Majestic Amur Pearson.
However, the two divorced in 2019 after 26 years of marriage. Pearson’s personal life has also been controversial, as his views on inclusivity and ecumenism have been opposed by his peers and the Christian community.
Profession
Carlton Pearson’s career as a Christian minister and gospel music artist spans decades. He served on the Board of Directors for 15 years and was Associate Evangelist for the Oral Roberts Association (ORA) for 2 years.
In 1977, he founded Higher Dimensions Ministries (now New Dimensions) in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Pearson is also a talented singer who has released many songs and won two Stellar Awards.
Awards
- Two outstanding awards
- Nominated for Dove Award
net worth
Carlton Pearson’s net worth at the time of his death was estimated to be approximately $10 million; his successful career as a pastor, musical artist, and author earned him a considerable amount of money.
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Carlton Pearson died on November 19, 2023 at the age of 70.
dispute
Carlton Pearson faced considerable controversy during his career for his inclusive and universalist views.
In 2004, his peers declared him a heretic, and his church, the High Dimension House Church, was banned in 2006.
Despite opposition, Pearson continued to preach and write, publishing books such as The Gospel of Inclusion and God Is Not a Christian, Nor a Jew, Muslim, Hindu….
social media
- Instagram: No
- Twitter: No
Discography
- Old Songs Medley
- We will gradually understand it better
- I know the Lord will make a way somehow
books
- The Gospel of Inclusion
- God is not a Christian, nor a Jew, nor a Muslim, nor a Hindu….
