India, April 28 -- Bishop TD Jakes announced on Sunday that he plans to step down as senior pastor of The Potter's House in Dallas. The 67-year-old founded the megachurch in the 6700 block of Kiest Boulevard near Dallas Baptist University in 1996. It now has over 30,000 members. Jakes, however, added that he will remain Chairman of the Board and spiritual overseer of The Potter's House. Only the daily pastoral duties will be transferred.

"For nearly 50 years, I've had the honor of connecting with and serving the local and global community as a pastor, global faith leader and unwavering truth teller", Jakes said.

"As I enter my 50th year in the public spotlight, I recognize the urgent need to address more challenges of our time, particul...