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| name = Gregory Dickow
| name = Gregory Dickow
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| birth_name = Gregory Michael Dickow
| birth_name = Gregory Michael Dickow
| birth_date = {{birth date and age|mf=yes|1964|9|18}}
| birth_date = {{birth date and age|mf=yes|1964|9|18}}
| birth_place = [[Detroit, Michigan]]
| birth_place = Detroit, Michigan
| education = Western Michigan University
| occupation = [[Pastor]], [[Author]], [[Teacher]]
| spouse = Grace Dickow
| occupation = Senior Pastor
| children = Olivia, Robert, Gena, Joseph, and Roman
| spouse =
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| website = {{URL|https://gregorydickow.com}}
| employer = Life Changers International Church
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| website = {{url|https://gregorydickow.com}}
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'''Gregory Dickow''' is the founder and senior pastor of Life Changers International Church, a nondenominational charismatic [[megachurch]] based in [[Hoffman Estates, Illinois]]. His messages are broadcast via ''The Power to Change Today'', a syndicated television program which airs around the world on [[Trinity Broadcasting Network]],<ref name="tbn">{{cite web|url=http://www.tbn.org/about-us/newsletter?articleid=531 |title=Pastor Gregory Dickow, Host of "Changing Your Life"'|publisher= www.tbn.org |date= |accessdate=2012-07-05}}</ref><ref name="tbn2">{{cite web|url=http://www.itbn.org/search?search=gregory+dickow&submit_search=search |title= List of Pastor Gregory Dickow's Programs at Trinity Broadcasting Network "'|publisher= www.tbn.org |date= |accessdate=2013-06-11}}</ref> [[Daystar Television Network|Daystar]],<ref name="Daystar">{{cite web |url=http://www.daystar.com/shows/gregory-dickow/ |title=Gregory Dickow, SHOW INFORMATION |publisher=www.daystar.com |date= |accessdate=2012-07-05 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120704030250/http://www.daystar.com/shows/gregory-dickow/ |archive-date=2012-07-04 |url-status=dead }}</ref> [[The Church Channel]],<ref name="tcc">{{cite web|url=http://www.churchchannel.tv/watch/schedule_programs.php/p/47.html |title=Gregory Dickow - The Power to Change Today |publisher= www.churchchannel.tv |date= |accessdate=2012-07-05}}</ref> and [[The Word Network|Word Networks]].
'''Gregory Dickow''' is the founder and senior pastor of Life Changers International Church, a nondenominational charismatic [[megachurch]] based in [[Hoffman Estates, Illinois]]. His messages are broadcast via ''The Power to Change Today'', a syndicated television program on [[Trinity Broadcasting Network]],<ref name="tbn">{{cite web|url=http://www.tbn.org/about-us/newsletter?articleid=531 |title=Pastor Gregory Dickow, Host of "Changing Your Life"'|publisher= www.tbn.org |date= |accessdate=2012-07-05}}</ref><ref name="tbn2">{{cite web|url=http://www.itbn.org/search?search=gregory+dickow&submit_search=search |title= List of Pastor Gregory Dickow's Programs at Trinity Broadcasting Network "'|publisher= www.tbn.org |date= |accessdate=2013-06-11}}</ref> [[Daystar Television Network|Daystar]],<ref name="Daystar">{{cite web |url=http://www.daystar.com/shows/gregory-dickow/ |title=Gregory Dickow, SHOW INFORMATION |publisher=www.daystar.com |date= |accessdate=2012-07-05 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120704030250/http://www.daystar.com/shows/gregory-dickow/ |archive-date=2012-07-04 |url-status=dead }}</ref> [[The Church Channel]],<ref name="tcc">{{cite web|url=http://www.churchchannel.tv/watch/schedule_programs.php/p/47.html |title=Gregory Dickow – The Power to Change Today |publisher= www.churchchannel.tv |date= |accessdate=2012-07-05}}</ref> and [[The Word Network|Word Networks]].


== Early life ==
== Early life ==


Gregory Michael Dickow was born on September 18, 1964 to Robert and Farial of [[Detroit|Detroit, Michigan]]. His complete profile was reported through ''[[The 700 Club]]'',<ref name="cbn">{{cite web|url=http://www.cbn.com/media/player/index.aspx?s=/vod/RH15v1_WS |title=Gregory Dickow: 'If God Can Change Me...'|publisher= www.cbn.com |date= |accessdate=2012-06-28}}</ref>
Gregory Michael Dickow was born on September 18, 1964, to Robert and Farial of [[Detroit|Detroit, Michigan]].<ref name="cbn">{{cite web|url=http://www.cbn.com/media/player/index.aspx?s=/vod/RH15v1_WS |title=Gregory Dickow: 'If God Can Change Me...'|publisher= www.cbn.com |date= |accessdate=2012-06-28}}</ref>
aired by the [[Christian Broadcasting Network]].


Dickow attended college at [[Western Michigan University]] in [[Kalamazoo, Michigan|Kalamazoo]] and graduated in with a communications degree in 1986. He was a member of the [[Maranatha Campus Ministries]].
Dickow attended college at [[Western Michigan University]] in [[Kalamazoo, Michigan|Kalamazoo]] and graduated with a communications degree in 1986. He was a member of the [[Maranatha Campus Ministries]].


== Ministry ==
== Ministry ==


In 1992 Gregory Dickow started Life Changers International Church, a multicultural faith church. It was incorporated in 1993. The church opened its [[Barrington Hills, Illinois|Barrington Hills]] campus in September 1996.
In 1992, Gregory Dickow started Life Changers International Church, a multicultural faith church.


The Life Changers [[downtown Chicago]] [[satellite campus]] began in 1998. Dickow's television ministry started in 1998. In the fall of 2004, he opened a new ministry world headquarters in Hoffman Estates, a 160,000 square-foot facility located on 30 acres, incorporating a sanctuary, prayer center, gymnasium, and radio and TV studio. The campus also houses the Valeo Academy, a K-12 Christian school. The school started in 2004 and is now part of the [[Association of Christian Schools International]].
The Life Changers [[downtown Chicago]] [[satellite campus]] began in 1998. Dickow's television ministry started in 1998. In the fall of 2004, he opened a new ministry headquarters in Hoffman Estates, Illinois a 160,000 square-foot facility located on 30 acres, incorporating a sanctuary, prayer center, gymnasium, and radio and TV studio. The campus also houses the [[Valeo Academy]]. The K-12 school was founded in 2004 and is part of the [[Association of Christian Schools International]].


Dickow also started the ''Ask the Pastor'' radio show in 2005, airing live for an hour daily.
Dickow also began the ''Ask the Pastor'' radio show in 2005.

== Personal Life ==

On December 3, 1988, Dickow married his wife, Mary "Grace" Gattone. They have five children together, Olivia, Robert, Gena, Joseph, and Roman.


== Books ==
== Books ==

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* Fast From Wrong Thinking
* 30 Days of Blessing
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* The Power to Change Today
* 30 Days of Rest: Pearls of Pure Grace
* Ayuno Del Pensamiento Erroneo: Un viaje de 40 dias para cambiar de adentro hacia puera
* Changed By Love
* Conquering Your Flesh
* El Poder De Una Vida Nueva
* Faith For Your Family Declarations
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* Fast From Wrong Thinking: 40-Day Devotional
* Fearless: How to Conquer Fear Forever
* Free Life
* How to Fulfill God's Purpose for Your Life
* How to Hear the Voice of God
* How to Never Be Hurt Again
* More Than Amazing Grace
* Precious Promises of the Blood of Jesus
* Silencing the Accuser: The Power of a Guilt-Free Life
* So Loved: Beyond Your Wildest Dreams
* Soul Cure: How to Heal Your Pain and Find Your Purpose
* Taking Charge of Your Emotions
* Tan Amado: mas alla de tus sueno mas extremos
* The Power to Change Today: Simple Secrets to a Satisfying Life
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* The Power of a New Life
* The Promises of Hope
* Triumphing Over Loneliness: The Influence of Connection


== References ==
== References ==
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== External links ==
== External links ==
* [https://www.gregorydickow.com/ Gregory Dickow Website]
* [https://www.gregorydickow.com/ Gregory Dickow]
* [http://www.lifechangerschurch.com/ Life Changers International Church]
* [http://www.lifechangerschurch.com/ Life Changers International Church]


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Latest revision as of 13:15, 3 September 2024

Gregory Dickow
Born
Gregory Michael Dickow

(1964-09-18) September 18, 1964 (age 60)
Detroit, Michigan
EducationWestern Michigan University
OccupationSenior Pastor
Websitegregorydickow.com

Gregory Dickow is the founder and senior pastor of Life Changers International Church, a nondenominational charismatic megachurch based in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. His messages are broadcast via The Power to Change Today, a syndicated television program on Trinity Broadcasting Network,[1][2] Daystar,[3] The Church Channel,[4] and Word Networks.

Early life

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Gregory Michael Dickow was born on September 18, 1964, to Robert and Farial of Detroit, Michigan.[5]

Dickow attended college at Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo and graduated with a communications degree in 1986. He was a member of the Maranatha Campus Ministries.

Ministry

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In 1992, Gregory Dickow started Life Changers International Church, a multicultural faith church.

The Life Changers downtown Chicago satellite campus began in 1998. Dickow's television ministry started in 1998. In the fall of 2004, he opened a new ministry headquarters in Hoffman Estates, Illinois a 160,000 square-foot facility located on 30 acres, incorporating a sanctuary, prayer center, gymnasium, and radio and TV studio. The campus also houses the Valeo Academy. The K-12 school was founded in 2004 and is part of the Association of Christian Schools International.

Dickow also began the Ask the Pastor radio show in 2005.

Personal Life

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On December 3, 1988, Dickow married his wife, Mary "Grace" Gattone. They have five children together, Olivia, Robert, Gena, Joseph, and Roman.

Books

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  • 30 Days of Blessing
  • 30 Days of Rest: Pearls of Pure Grace
  • Ayuno Del Pensamiento Erroneo: Un viaje de 40 dias para cambiar de adentro hacia puera
  • Changed By Love
  • Conquering Your Flesh
  • El Poder De Una Vida Nueva
  • Faith For Your Family Declarations
  • Fast From Wrong Thinking: 40-Day Devotional
  • Fearless: How to Conquer Fear Forever
  • Free Life
  • How to Fulfill God's Purpose for Your Life
  • How to Hear the Voice of God
  • How to Never Be Hurt Again
  • More Than Amazing Grace
  • Precious Promises of the Blood of Jesus
  • Silencing the Accuser: The Power of a Guilt-Free Life
  • So Loved: Beyond Your Wildest Dreams
  • Soul Cure: How to Heal Your Pain and Find Your Purpose
  • Taking Charge of Your Emotions
  • Tan Amado: mas alla de tus sueno mas extremos
  • The Power to Change Today: Simple Secrets to a Satisfying Life
  • The Power of a New Life
  • The Promises of Hope
  • Triumphing Over Loneliness: The Influence of Connection

References

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  1. ^ "Pastor Gregory Dickow, Host of "Changing Your Life"'". www.tbn.org. Retrieved July 5, 2012.
  2. ^ "List of Pastor Gregory Dickow's Programs at Trinity Broadcasting Network "'". www.tbn.org. Retrieved June 11, 2013.
  3. ^ "Gregory Dickow, SHOW INFORMATION". www.daystar.com. Archived from the original on July 4, 2012. Retrieved July 5, 2012.
  4. ^ "Gregory Dickow – The Power to Change Today". www.churchchannel.tv. Retrieved July 5, 2012.
  5. ^ "Gregory Dickow: 'If God Can Change Me...'". www.cbn.com. Retrieved June 28, 2012.
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