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About Herbert Armstrong
Herbert W. Armstrong, the famous evangelist, was an acquaintance and friend of world leaders. He was a publisher, educator, broadcaster, humanitarian, and "unofficial ambassador for world peace". He was known for his unique doctrines and the founder of the Worldwide Church of God.
Career
He was called to the ministry as a Sabbatarian evangelist in the mid-1920s. In 1933, he established the Worldwide Church of God, an Adventist church.Until the mid-1990s, the church preached the forthcoming return of Christ and taught a non-Trinitarian theology.
He was the Plain Truth magazine's editor in chief, founder and chairman of the Ambassador International Cultural Foundation, and the Ambassador College in Pasadena, California.
He became a known leader in televangelism and one of the twentieth century's most prominent religious leaders. His sermons were watched, read, and followed by millions around the world.
Family Life
He was a regular attendee at First Friends Church in Des Moines' services. He married Loma Dillon, a schoolteacher, and the couple had four children. About a decade after the death of Loma, he remarried, to Ramona Martin. The marriage lasted until 1984, when the couple divorced.
Death
The televangelist died on January 16, 1986, aged 93. His death came nine days after naming Joseph W. Tkach as his successor.
Trivia
He received honorary doctorates from Angeles University and Iloilo University.
In 1983, then-Filipino president Marcos presented Herbert Armstrong with the Presidential Merit Medal.
He received Japan’s Order of the Sacred Treasure.
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F.A.Q. about Herbert Armstrong
When is Herbert Armstrong's birthday?
Herbert Armstrong's birthday is on July 31, 1892.
In how many days is Herbert Armstrong's birthday?
Herbert Armstrong's birthday is in 104 days
How old was Herbert Armstrong when he/she died?
Herbert Armstrong was 93 years old.
When did Herbert Armstrong die?
Herbert Armstrong died in January 16, 1986.
How old would Herbert Armstrong be today?
Herbert Armstrong would be 131 years old if he/she was alive today.
Where was Herbert Armstrong from?
Herbert Armstrong was born in Des Moines, Iowa, U.S..