Paula White Official Statement

Benny Hinn and Paula White Accused

of Having an Affair

The US based publication The National Enquirer (2 August 2010 issue) is reporting that the Televangelists Benny Hinn who and Paula White are having an affair. Benny who is currently going through a divorce and twice divorced Paula White were recently photographed in Rome together. Photos of the two holding hands leaving and entering a hotel in Rome have been published and forced both Benny Hinn and Paula White to Issue separate statements regarding the accusation.

Paula White Official Statement

To My Friends, Partners & Ministry Colleagues,

I want to speak with you frankly and from my heart.

Last Friday, the National Enquirer released a dishonest and misleading article which falsely characterized my friendship with Pastor Benny Hinn. The publication, which is known for its bias and slanting of the truth, tries to mislead readers regarding the ministerial relationship and friendship I have had with Pastor Benny for over 20 years.

Specifically, the National Enquirer released the misguided and untruthful article, which falsely characterized my friendship with Pastor Benny as being something that is morally and spiritually inappropriate. The article goes on to suggest that we were having an improper intimate relationship, which is categorically false.

In late May of this year, I went to tape a “This Is Your Day” broadcast with Pastor Hinn. Although I had not seen him in years, the taping gave us the opportunity to catch up on what has transpired in both of our lives. As someone who also endured a painful and public divorce, I was able to offer him insight and spiritual encouragement. Since that time we have continued to talk and our friendship has grown stronger but has remained morally and spiritually pure.

I publicly profess and forcefully renounce assertions that the recent trip to Italy to meet with Vatican officials suggests that the friendship is in any way improper or morally impure .We traveled independently to the region for respective ministry duties and, while there, spent time together along with others. We were never alone and were in the constant company of staff and other associates.

I value my friendship with Pastor Benny and remain supportive with a deep respect of him, his family and his ministry. My relationship with Pastor Benny is genuine and pure and should not be taken out of context.

I value most of all, the call of God on my life and am forever grateful for the opportunities He has given me to proclaim this great gospel of Jesus Christ around the world. To those who would try to thwart those opportunities in any way by shedding false light, I will by all means protect the call of God on my life and hold accountable their malicious actions in every way possible.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for the outpouring of your love and support and for allowing me to share my heart with you. I am forever grateful that you have stood with me for the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ to proclaim His good news. You have always been a strength and encouragement to me as we have continued to advance His kingdom together for His glory.

I love you and value your prayers as we stand together transforming lives, healing hearts and winning souls.

Love,

PAULA