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Tony Evans Restored to Ministry; Jonathan Evans Becomes Lead Pastor

10/7/2025

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Tony Evans, founder of Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship, was restored to ministry on October 5 after a year-long restoration for an undisclosed sin.
Evans will not resume leadership at the 11,000-member church to maintain dignity and prevent speculation.
Jonathan Evans is set to become the new lead pastor, amid scandals raising leadership transparency concerns.

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Story summary

Tony Evans, founder of Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship, was restored to ministry on October 5 after a year-long restoration for an undisclosed sin.
Evans will not resume leadership at the 11,000-member church to maintain dignity and prevent speculation.
Jonathan Evans is set to become the new lead pastor, amid scandals raising leadership transparency concerns.