Wilkerson, David: - David Wilkerson was called to New York City in 1958 to minister to gang members and drug addicts, as told in the best-selling book The Cross and the Switchblade .
His passion to support believers, build up leaders and care for the poor is still at the heart of World Challenge\'s ministries to this day..
He founded the Summit International School of Ministry; and from 1999 to 2008, he held international conferences to strengthen church leaders.
David Wilkerson also had a strong burden to encourage his fellow pastors.
As its founding pastor, he faithfully led this congregation, delivering Powerful biblical messages that encourage righteous living and complete reliance on God.
In 1987, he established Times Square Church. to minister to people\'s spiritual and physical needs.
He went on to create Teen Challenge and World Challenge, Inc.
Wilkerson, David: - David Wilkerson was called to New York City in 1958 to minister to gang members and drug addicts, as told in the best-selling book The Cross and the Switchblade