Joseph Prince is a well-known Asian preacher, author, evangelist, and the senior pastor of New Creation Church in Singapore, which he co-founded in 1983.Joseph Prince is a well-known Asian preacher, author, evangelist, and the senior pastor of New Creation Church in Singapore, which he co-founded in 1983.
Biography
Pastor Joseph Prince was born Xenonamandar Jegahusiee Singh in Singapore to a Sikh priest of Indian origin and a Chinese mother. His early years were spent in Perak, Malaysia, attending primary school. Afterward, he continued his education at Commonwealth Secondary School and completed his A levels at the private school Our Lady of Lourdes.
While working as an IT consultant, Prince adopted the name Joseph Prince. This name change occurred just before he was appointed senior pastor in 1990.
In February 2023, Prince experienced the loss of his mother after a brief illness. He shared the news on Instagram, expressing his deep feelings: “My much-loved mother is now with Jesus. ‘To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord’ (2 Cor. 5:8). She gave me the greatest gift of all – when I was still a child, she introduced me to Jesus. I will miss her greatly.”
Age
Joseph Prince was born on the 15th May 1963.
Education
He went to primary school in Perak province, Malaysia. After completing primary school, he attended Commonwealth Secondary School before pursuing his A levels at Our Lady of Lourdes.
Family Life
Joseph Prince is married to Wendy Prince. They have a daughter named Jessica Shayna Prince and a son named Justin David Prince.
Ministry
Joseph Prince is one of the founding members of New Creation Church. Initially, he served as an elder and associate pastor. However, in 1990, the church unanimously appointed him as the senior pastor, marking a turning point in the church’s history, leading to phenomenal growth. Under Joseph’s leadership, the congregation grew from about 150 to over 30,000.
In addition to being the senior pastor, he heads Joseph Prince Ministries, Inc, an international, non-profit organization focused on spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ through television broadcasting and new media technology.
Pastor Joseph Prince, with over twenty years in full-time ministry, is a major voice in spreading the message of grace through teaching materials and television ministry. He is a sought-after conference speaker, known for boldly proclaiming the pure gospel of Jesus and teaching the Bible in a new, applicable, and revelatory style.
Joseph hosts the daily television program “Destined To Reign,” attracting a diverse audience with his hilarious, energetic, and engaging preaching style. The program reaches millions of homes in over 150 countries. His radio show is also available online via podcasts and the Internet.
As the executive chairman of the church council, Joseph Prince revealed in an interview with the Sunday Times on October 5, 2008, that he was “well-paid,” with his pay increasing by $50,000 per month.
Sermons
- Find Rest In Uncertain Times
- Fresh Supply For Today’s Needs
- The Powerful Benefits of God’s Word
- How To Hear God’s Voice
- His Strength Flows In Our Weaknesses
- Step Into Your God-Given Identity
- Own Your New Creation Identity
- When The Odds Are Against You
- Stay Strong And Healthy God’s Way
- Hope For The End time Generation
Books
Joseph Prince is an accomplished writer. Some of his published works include:
- Destined to Reign: The Secret to Effortless Success, Wholeness and Victorious Living.
- Right Place Right Time (2008)
- Unmerited Favor: Your Supernatural Advantage for a Successful Life.
- 100 Days of Favor.
- The Benjamin Generation (2011)
- Health and Wholeness Through the Holy Communion (2011)
- Healing Promises (2012)
- Provision Promises (2013)
- The Power of Right Believing (2013)
- Grace Revolution: Experience the Power to Live Above Defeat (2015)
- Glorious Grace: 100 Daily Readings from Grace Revolution (2015)
- The Prayer of Protection: Living Fearlessly in Dangerous Times.
- Live the Let-Go Life: Breaking Free from Stress, Worry, and Anxiety (2017)
- No More Mind Games: Win Over Discouragement and Depression (2018)
- Anchored: Finding Peace in The Storms of Life (2018)
- Give Me This Mountain: Faith to go from Barely Surviving to Actually Thriving (2020)
- Expedition Promised Land: Walk Where Jesus Walked (2021)
Net Worth
In October 2014, an article by the entertainment website richestlifestyle.com ranked Joseph Prince as the 10th richest pastor globally, estimating his net worth at S$6.4 million (£3.13 million).
However, New Creation Church disputed this alleged net worth, stating that it was “significantly lesser” than reported. The church emphasized that Prince’s wealth was “personal in nature.”
Social Media
You can find Joseph Prince on the following social media platforms:
- Instagram: @josephprince
- Facebook: Joseph Prince
- YouTube: Joseph Prince
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