Lakewood Church announce "indefinite leave" for gospel worship man Israel Houghton

FOLLOWING recent media revelations about the private life of worship leader Israel Houghton, Houston's megachurch Lakewood Church have made a statement about the singer who recently won a Grammy for Best Gospel Artist. "We can confirm that Israel is on indefinite leave, but it is important to clarify that we still consider Israel to be a part of the Lakewood family and that his employment has not been terminated."