Perilous Times
Televangelist Benny Hinn begs for $2Million in donations
Benny Hinn during a service at the Blaisdell Concert Hall in Honolulu.
SANTA ANA, California (AP) — Televangelist Benny Hinn has posted a plea
for $2 million in donations on his website.
Hinn says he accumulated the deficit in the past few months because
offerings at some international appearances did not cover expenses.
Hinn's reputation as an advocate of prosperity gospel has attracted
millions of followers but has also drawn criticism from lawmakers and
watchdog groups.
He is one of six televangelists who have been targeted by federal
lawmakers investigating compliance with IRS rules for nonprofits.
Benny Hinn Ministries is based in Texas and operates a church and
television studio in Southern California.