"Renowned Bishop Carlton Pearson Passes Away at 70"
Bishop Carlton Pearson, known for preaching about God's love and acceptance, has passed away at the age of 70 after battling cancer. He was a major force in Oklahoma, founding his own ministry and organizing the annual AZUSA Conference, which brought in thousands of attendees and generated millions of dollars for the Tulsa economy. Pearson later shifted his beliefs to preach the "Gospel of Inclusion," stating that Jesus died for all human beings and that no one goes to hell as traditionally believed. His story was dramatized in the Netflix movie "Come Sunday." Services are pending.