David Cerullo

David Cerullo
Born	C. David Cerullo (1952-10-23) October 23, 1952 Newburgh, New York, U.S.
Education	BA in Business Admin., Oral Roberts University
Occupation(s)	televangelist, broadcaster, minister, TV personality
Years active	1974-present
Spouse(s)	Barbara, 1975-present
Children	2, with 5 grandchildren
Parent(s)	Morris and Theresa Cerullo

David Cerullo
Born	C. David Cerullo (1952-10-23) October 23, 1952 in Newburgh, New York, United States
Education	B.A. Oral Roberts University
Church	Christianity (Pentecostal)
Offices held	CEO, Inspiration Networks (1990)

C. David Cerullo (born October 23, 1952, in Newburgh, New York) is an American minister and Christian television broadcaster. He is also a corporate businessman and the Chairman and CEO of Inspiration Ministries.

Early life and education

The son of international evangelist Morris Cerullo, Cerullo is a graduate of Oral Roberts University with a degree in Business Administration and Management.

Ministry

The Inspiration Networks

Under Cerullo's leadership, The Inspiration Networks, which includes INSP, Inspiration Network International (INI), and La Familia Cosmovision, a Spanish-language network for Hispanic families, the combined viewership has reached more than 150 million households across the globe.

The ministry’s flagship INSP- The Inspiration Network carries a variety of programming, ranging from shows featuring evangelists John Hagee and Benny Hinn to Christian music videos and an adventure show for children. Twice a day, the network airs its “Inspiration Today!” show. Call-ins for prayer requests can also be made.

INSP periodically airs revival specials, known as Campmeeting USA, which also feature evangelists such as Mike Murdock George Bloomer and Todd Coontz. THese evengelists are primarily focused on people sending in "seed" AKA money. In return, they make promises such as divine debt elimination , triple favor from God and even claim that by sending in your seed, god will send you money via FedEx and UPS

Personal and family

Cerullo and his wife, Barbara have been married for 34 years, and have two adult children, evangelist Ben Cerullo and Becky Cerullo-Henderson and five grandchildren. Together, David and Barbara Cerullo host the daily national television series, Inspiration Today

Home Controversy

Cerullo and family have received criticism due to building a $4 million dollar home on Lake Keowee in South Carolina. Boasting 9,000 square feet, and one of the most expensive homes in the area, the purchase brought concern from viewers who donated money to the organization.

External links

• INSP CEO David Cerullo biography at INSP.COM website, posted 2/27/08.
• MinistryWatch.com's profile for Inspirational Network/ Inspiration Ministries/ INSP

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