Pastor Jack Hayford, former president of the Foursquare Church and pastor of The Church on The Way in Van Nuys, California, died last week at the age of 88.
Hayford “died peacefully in his sleep” on the early morning of Jan. 8, “having eaten dinner with his wife, Valarie, and having spoken to one of his grandkids the evening before,” according to a statement on his website.
An influential leader in the charismatic evangelical Foursquare Church, Hayford leaves behind a legacy rooted in both spiritual and academic disciplines.
“Pastor Jack lived a life devoted to Jesus, one which he never wavered in or strayed from,” current Foursquare President Randy Remington said in a Jan. 8 statement. “Thousands of pastors found encouragement, inspiration and lifelong ministry principles through his pastor’s schools and conferences. His books, songs and teachings will continue to inspire and mentor generations to come.”…