Every Home for Christ, a global evangelism organization known for its extensive outreach and prayer initiatives, announced the passing of its former international president, Dick Eastman, on April 21, 2026. Eastman, who was 81 at the time of his death, had led the organization for over three decades and was widely recognized for his decades-long commitment to spreading the Christian gospel and fostering prayer movements worldwide.
According to a tribute published by Every Home for Christ on its official website, Eastman died on April 21, 2026, after more than fifty years of ministry focused on mobilizing prayer and evangelistic efforts across the globe. Under his leadership, the organization reported reaching individuals in 215 nations, with over two billion people encountering the gospel message and more than 250 million responding to Jesus Christ.
Eastman’s influence extended beyond organizational leadership. He was described as a prominent voice in the evangelical community, known for emphasizing the transformative power of prayer in personal and communal life. His teachings and writings encouraged believers to cultivate deeper relationships with God through consistent prayer, a theme central to his public ministry and literary function.
Throughout his career, Eastman authored numerous books and articles on prayer and evangelism, spoke at international conferences, and helped establish several organizations dedicated to promoting spiritual revival. His educational background included degrees in Bible and theology, journalism, and social psychology, along with an honorary doctorate in divinity, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to ministry.
Eastman’s involvement in ministry began during the Jesus Movement of the 1970s, a period of renewed Christian evangelism in the United States. He traveled extensively during this time, sharing the gospel at churches and events, and encouraging renewed commitment to Christian faith among believers.
His legacy was acknowledged by notable figures in Christian leadership. David Green, founder and CEO of Hobby Lobby, praised Every Home for Christ under Eastman’s guidance for its dedication to eternal truths—God’s Word and the human soul. Evangelist Billy Graham commended the organization’s focus on distributing printed gospel materials globally, calling it a critical need in missionary work.
In recognition of his passing, the Assemblies of God news service published a tribute highlighting Eastman’s role as a world-renowned prayer advocate and his service as president of Every Home for Christ for over thirty years. The tribute noted his death on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, and emphasized his lasting impact on global prayer and evangelism efforts.
Every Home for Christ continues to operate internationally, maintaining initiatives such as the World Prayer App, which encourages users to replace social media scrolling with prayer-focused reflection, and distributing prayer materials for global intercession. The organization remains active in over 200 countries, carrying forward the mission Eastman championed for more than half a century.
As of now, no official cause of death has been disclosed in the available tributes or organizational statements. Future updates regarding memorial services or commemorative initiatives may be shared through Every Home for Christ’s official channels.
For those wishing to honor Eastman’s legacy or learn more about the ongoing work of Every Home for Christ, information about prayer resources, global outreach programs, and educational materials is available through the organization’s official website.
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