The death of Dr. Charles Frazier Stanley, the influential Atlanta faith leader, has been confirmed by FOX 5’s Buck Lanford.

The senior pastor at First Baptist Church Atlanta and the founder of In Touch Ministries passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday morning, as reported by First Baptist Atlanta Senior Pastor Anthony Georgia.

Over five decades of service were dedicated to First Baptist Atlanta by the pastor, broadcaster, and author. In 1971, Stanley was appointed as Senior Pastor, becoming the 16th pastor at the historic church established in 1848. 

The church experienced unprecedented growth under Stanley’s leadership, moving from its Midtown Atlanta location on Peachtree Street to the former Avon property in Dunwoody in 1997 to accommodate its diverse membership of over 15,000 from the metro area.

Born in Dry Fork, Virginia in 1932, Stanley emerged as a pioneer in religious broadcasting. 

In 1977, he founded In Touch Ministries with the intention of spreading “the truth of the Gospel to as many people as possible.”

His sermons, podcasts, and devotionals were broadcasted in more than 126 countries, reaching over 115 million homes per week. 

At the time of his death, Dr. Stanley’s voice could be heard in every nation on Earth via radio, shortwave, or television broadcasts. 

Within the United States, the In Touch television program was available on 204 stations and seven satellite networks, while the In Touch radio program was broadcasted on 458 stations and via shortwave radio. 

In 1988, Stanley was inducted into the National Religious Broadcasters Hall of Fame. 

Over 60 books were authored by Stanley, with several becoming New York Times bestsellers. In the 1980s, he served two terms as the president of the Southern Baptist Convention.

A passionate nature photographer, Stanley’s work adorned the walls of the In Touch studios. One of his photos was gifted to the late Reverend Billy Graham and hung in Graham’s bedroom at the time of his death.

Stanley is survived by his daughter, Becky, and his son, Andy, the founder and senior pastor at Northpoint Ministries. 

Andy Stanley described his father as a role model for pastors, emphasizing the importance of integrity and pride in one’s accomplishments.

In 2000, Stanley’s former wife, Anna Stanley, preceded him in death. Dr. Stanley was 90 years old at the time of his passing.

Charles Stanley obituary details are not yet confirmed, As soon as we receive the information about his funeral and obituary. We will update this article.

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