| David Cerullo | |
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| Born | C. David Cerullo October 23, 1952 Qunicy, Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Education | BA in Business Admin., Oral Roberts University |
| Occupation | televangelist, broadcaster, minister, TV personality |
| Years active | 1974-present |
| Religion | Christian |
| Spouse | Barbara, 1975-present |
| Children | 2, with 5 grandchildren |
| Parents | Morris and Theresa Cerullo |
| David Cerullo | |
|---|---|
| Born | October 23, 1952 in Newburgh, New York, United States |
| Education | B.A. Oral Roberts University |
| Church | Christianity (Pentecostal) |
| Offices held | CEO, Inspiration Networks (1990) |
C. David Cerullo (born October 23, 1952, in Newburgh, New York) is an American minister, and Christian television broadcaster. He is also a corporate businessman, the Chairman and CEO of Inspiration Ministries.
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The son of international evangelist Morris Cerullo, Cerullo is a graduate of Oral Roberts University with a degree in Business Administration and Management.
Under Cerullo's leadership, The Inspiration Networks, which includes INSP, Inspiration Network International (INI), and La Familia Cosmovision, a Spanish-language network for Hispanic families, the combined viewership has reached more than 150 million households across the globe.
The ministry’s flagship INSP- The Inspiration Network carries a variety of programming, ranging from shows featuring controversial evangelists John Hagee and Benny Hinn to Christian music videos and an adventure show for children. Twice a day, the network airs its “Inspiration Today!” show, in which Cerullo and other evangelists ask for contributions. Call-ins for prayer requests can also be made.
INSP periodically airs revival specials, known as Campmeeting USA, which also feature evangelists such as Mike Murdock and George Bloomer, and Christian recording artists such as Judy Jacobs, Sandi Patti and Larnelle Harris. Ministry Contributions and prayer requests can also be made during the airing of these specials.
Cerullo and his wife, Barbara have been married for 34 years, and have two adult children, evangelist Ben Cerullo and Becky Cerullo-Henderson and five grandchildren. Together, David and Barbara Cerullo host the daily national television series, Inspiration Today
Cerullo and family have received criticism due to building a $4 million dollar home on Lake Keowee in South Carolina. Boasting 9,000 square feet, and one of the most expensive homes in the area, the purchase brought concern from viewers who donated money to the organization. [1]
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