Many people have wondered if Germaine Copeland, the founder and president of Word Ministries, Inc., and the author of the best-selling book series Prayers That Avail Much, is related to Kenneth Copeland, the televangelist and founder of Eagle Mountain International Church Inc. The rumors have been circulating for years, but what is the truth behind them? In this article, we will explore the backgrounds, ministries, and beliefs of these two influential Christian leaders and reveal whether they are indeed related or not.
Who is Germaine Copeland?
Germaine Copeland is a woman of prayer and praise whose highest form of worship is the study of God’s Word. Her greatest desire is to know God and to make Him known to others. She has a passion to see believers become intimately acquainted with the Father-God, the Creator of the universe, praying that His will might be done on earth as it is in heaven
Germaine is the daughter of Reverend A. H. “Buck” Griffin and the late Donnis Brock Griffin. She and her husband, Everette, have four children and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Prayer assignments increase as great-grandchildren increase this family of believers. Germaine and Everette reside in Roswell, Georgia
Germaine founded Word Ministries, Inc., in 1980 with the vision to coordinate a global intercessory prayer network that covers every nation, tribe, people, and language with prayers that avail much. This strategic prayer connection will create an atmosphere of unity and agreement among followers of Jesus
Germaine has written several books and resources on prayer, such as A Global Call to Prayer, 365 Days to a Prayer-Filled Life, and Prayers That Avail Much for Daily Living. She also speaks at churches, conferences, and other groups, encouraging people to pray effectively and experience emotional healing and spiritual growth. She organizes prayer teams for the purpose of spiritual and social transformation in the nations where they pray on location. She has led teams to the Cayman Islands and to North African countries where they have spread the love of God to unbelievers and strengthened followers of Jesus who are living in the various countries
Who is Kenneth Copeland?
Kenneth Copeland is an American televangelist associated with the charismatic movement. He is the founder of Eagle Mountain International Church Inc., which is based in Tarrant County, Texas. He has also written several books and resources on faith, healing, prosperity, and other topics. He preaches prosperity theology and is part of the Word of Faith movement. Copeland has written that parishioners will get a “hundredfold” return on their investment through giving to God.
Kenneth was raised in West Texas near a United States Army Air Forces airfield, which inspired him to become a pilot. He was also a recording artist on the Imperial Records label, having one Billboard Top 40 hit (“Pledge of Love”). In 1967, he enrolled in Oral Roberts University, where he soon became pilot and chauffeur to Oral Roberts.
In 1967, after attending Kenneth E. Hagin’s Pastor Seminars, Copeland and his wife Gloria founded Kenneth Copeland Ministries (KCM) in Fort Worth, Texas. The ministry’s motto is “Jesus is Lord”. Since 1967, Copeland’s ministry has held three-to-six-day conventions across the United States. KCM still holds an annual Southwest Believer’s Convention in his hometown of Fort Worth during the first week of August. Kenneth and Gloria Copeland also preach and minister at other conventions and conferences throughout the world.
Copeland has a television program called Believers Voice of Victory (formerly The Word of Faith), which airs daily on Christian television stations such as GOD TV and the Daystar Television Network. The program features a Copeland family member or another minister discussing subjects from the Bible. Copeland also has a website (kcm.org) where he streams live events and offers various resources for his followers.
Are They Related?
The short answer is no. Germaine Copeland and Kenneth Copeland are not related by blood or by marriage. They share a common surname but have different family histories and backgrounds.
However, they do have some connections in terms of their ministries and beliefs. Both Germaine and Kenneth are influenced by Kenneth E. Hagin, who is considered the father of the Word of Faith movement. Both Germaine and Kenneth attended Hagin’s Pastor Seminars in 1967 and learned from his teachings on faith, healing, prosperity, and authority. Both Germaine and Kenneth also have ministries that focus on prayer, intercession, and the power of God’s Word. Both Germaine and Kenneth also have a global vision and a desire to reach the nations with the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Therefore, while Germaine Copeland and Kenneth Copeland are not related by blood or by marriage, they are related by faith and by purpose. They are both part of the body of Christ and have a common goal of glorifying God and advancing His kingdom on earth.
