Metro Atlanta faith leaders react to Bishop T.D. Jakes’ medical emergency at church

Faith leaders around the country and right here in metro Atlanta are extending their prayers and support to megachurch leader, Bishop T.D. Jakes.

As Jakes closed out Sunday service at the Potter’s House in Dallas, Texas, he dropped his mic and began convulsing.

A Potter’s House spokesperson wrote:

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“During today’s service, Bishop T.D. Jakes experienced a slight health incident and received immediate medical attention following his powerful hour-long message. Bishop Jakes is stable and under the care of medical professionals. The entire Potter’s House family is grateful for the outpouring of love, prayers, and support from the community.

Thank you for your understanding and continued prayers.”

Jakes is one of the most well-known and prolific faith leaders in the country.

His services draw thousands of parishioners every Sunday.

He hosted the wildly popular, ‘Mega Fest’ in Metro Atlanta.

“We want to thank God for keeping our beloved bishop,” Bishop William Murphy of The dReam Center Church of Atlanta told Channel 2′s Audrey Washington .

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