UPDATE: A press release tells us that there has been no change in the condition of the Rev. Jimmy Swaggart, who had a heart attack on Father's Day.
"Jimmy Swaggart Ministries continues to stand in faith as Rev. Jimmy Swaggart remains in critical condition in the Intensive Care Unit following cardiac arrest on Father’s Day. At this time, there has been no change in his condition," the release states.
Here's the rest of the release:
In a message shared with supporters during a Tuesday evening service, Pastor Donnie Swaggart, son of the 90-year-old evangelist, offered an honest and heartfelt update:
“I wish tonight I could stand here and tell you there has been a dramatic change—but I can’t. We are still in a ‘But God’ mode.”
Rev. Swaggart remains unresponsive but surrounded by his family, ministry leaders, and a global community of believers who continue to pray around the clock for healing. Despite the uncertainty, the Swaggart family remains grounded in their unwavering faith.
“We do not argue with God. As the Psalmist says, the ways of God are perfect,” Donnie said. “We are in a holding pattern. God’s ways are not our ways.”
“God, right now, is in that hospital room with my Dad,” he continued. “The One who put the sun, the moon, and the stars in their place is with us now.”
Rev. Jimmy Swaggart has spent nearly 70 years in full-time ministry, proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ to millions around the world. His message has never wavered: the answer is found in the Cross. Now, as the man who spent a lifetime lifting others up faces his greatest earthly battle, his family is asking believers everywhere to continue standing in faith with them.
Further updates will be provided through official ministry channels as they become available.
Here's our original story:
According to a press release, the "Reverend Jimmy Swaggart, the internationally known evangelist, gospel musician, and founder of Jimmy Swaggart Ministries, is currently in critical condition following a sudden cardiac arrest early Sunday morning—on what was meant to be a day of celebration, Father’s Day."
According to family members, Rev. Swaggart went into cardiac arrest shortly after 8 a.m. at his home in Baton Rouge. Emergency personnel responded swiftly and were able to revive his heartbeat before transporting him to the hospital. He remains in the ICU, where he is under close medical care.
In an emotional prayer service Sunday evening, Rev. Swaggart’s son, Pastor Donnie Swaggart, shared what unfolded earlier in the day:
“A little after eight, Gabe and I rushed to mother’s house. His dad had gone into cardiac arrest. He never regained consciousness. We both took turns giving him chest compressions until EMT could get there. I’ve never seen so many people arrive at one time, and I want to thank them. They were able to get a heartbeat back. Right now he is in ICU and without a miracle, his time will be short. But we believe God—we’re not giving up.”
"Rev. Swaggart, who turned 90 in March, has been a towering figure in Christian ministry for nearly seven decades. His voice and message have reached millions across the globe through television, radio, gospel music, and his Bible distribution efforts. He continues to serve as senior pastor of Family Worship Center and lead the SonLife Broadcasting Network," the release states. "The Swaggart family is asking for continued prayers from friends, supporters, and believers around the world as they place their hope in God for healing."
Further updates will be released as information becomes available.
