Pastor and televangelist Joel Osteen has partnered with Roku to launch a free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) channel. Dubbed The Joel Osteen Network, the outlet debuted Wednesday on The Roku Channel, including on Roku devices, as well as TVs with Roku functionality and also on The Roku Channel’s website.
The Joel Osteen Network will also be available on on iOS and Android devices, Amazon Fire TVs, Samsung TVs, Google TVs and other Android TV OS devices.
“I am excited to see our content become part of The Roku Channel’s exceptional free streaming offering,” Osteen said in a statement. “This collaboration opens up terrific avenues to reach even more individuals in search of hope and inspiration. The Roku Channel has proven it is a pioneer in television technology and I am looking forward to seeing the results of this fantastic opportunity.”
FAST outfit acTVe, run by CEO Geoff Clark, is handling management duties for The Joel Osteen Network. The company is also behind FAST channels including Documentary+, Surfer, Powder, Transworld Skateboarding, Snowboarder, Almost Friday and BikeMag.
Per the channel’s description, “The Joel Osteen Network offers longtime viewers and new audiences alike the chance to enjoy a wealth of content, including Osteen’s renowned weekly sermons, original series addressing everyday life issues, and special events from Lakewood Church that blend faith and music.”
Osteen regularly broadcasts from his Houston-based Lakewood Church via various programs. The new network will include content from the Osteen programming library including original lifestyle series, weekly live events, musical experiences and Osteen’s weekly messages.
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