Building California's multi-million-dollar Crystal Cathedral 

Yep. My dad gave to Jim Baker, Jimmy Swaggert , Robert Tilton and others too numerous to mention. Our family lived in an old trailer because of that. He gave 20-40 % of his GROSS. (We were farmers with a lot of expenses). ALOT of lousy family dynamics because of it. I’m not against tithing. Just supporting prostitution and lavish lifestyles. My dad did what he felt was right. They will have to answer for their deeds one day.

@@soybeanfarmer4576 Hopefully in a warmer place.

How much money?

That's because this Church wasn't built or kept by government. People of Cali keep on electing the officials they deserve.

I agree.

Of course he cares about your soul but why can’t you just admire the fine art of the church.

@@lupitarosales3704it looks satanic 👹

God probably cares about the fact that the poor, the sick, and the homeless are not allowed to enter most churches.

There's a church in my area that used to the office for the local newspaper. God doesn't care lol.

Let God condemn or pardon him .... ♥️🙏🕯️

@@morganophelia5963 And you as well

@@SomebodysGrandmother I am . Everyone else here seems to be condemning him .

@@morganophelia5963 Read the whole Bible! It probably didn’t end well for him!!!

@@morganophelia5963 We are COMMANDED to keep the sheep safe and WARN them when 'wolves' preach! Check with the Apostles Paul, John, and Peter.

The Catholic Church is single largest non-governmental provider of social aid on plant earth. (I am not even Catholic, but this is still a fact.)

@@felixguerrero6062 I'm catholic and I'm very aware of that. However, this is not a catholic church. A large percentage of the catholic churches in the world are several hundred years old and older and didn't cost anywhere near what this church cost. Nor do the priest live in big extravagant houses like so many ministers live in today and they didn't wear jewelry worth hundreds of thousands of dollars.

@@hopehartsook4235 What percentage of your monthly income do you give to the needy?

@@felixguerrero6062 I give 10% to the catholic church and 7%of that goes into catholic charities. I also donate to the local fire department humanitarian fund which goes to low income families that suffer through home fires. I also donate to animal rescues but don't know the exact percentages because they vary.

​@@hopehartsook4235a single chalice is 600 bucks.

For sure

Be specific. Whose ego?

IT's not in Los Angeles. Its in Orange County, Garden Grove California

The drive up confessions I believe was a reference to the pandemic time when other Catholic parishes held outdoor drive-up confessions.

@@ChesterPaulSgroi That doesn't make sense to me in the context of the 90 foot door. Although this video was uploaded in 2021, the door was permanently closed during the building's renovation and interior remodeling. So, that would have been before the dedication in the Summer of 2019. I have to wonder if Crystal Cathedral had drive-up confessions during Reverend Schuller's time there? But, I don't even know if his denomination had confession. When Reverend Schuller arrived in Orange County, he rented a drive-in theater to preach. He would stand on the roof of the building, while worshipers could remain in their cars. When he announced plans to build a church, he received letters from people who had mobility challenges. They appreciated they did not have to leave their cars to worship. So, Reverend Schuller had Garden Grove Community Church designed so ministers could preach from the side of the choir loft. A sliding door would open to the outside, allowing the preacher to be seen by people in the parking lot, or on the grass area between the parking lot and building. When Crystal Cathedral was designed, Reverend Schuller wanted to continue allowing people to worship from their cars. So, the 90 foot door was included: Opening it allowed some on the outside to see the preacher. In addition, Reverend Schuller also had a large outdoor screen (JumboTron or similar) installed so worshipers who remained in their cars could have a better view.

@@jamesfunk7614 In their old building (pre-cathedral) they had a door that opened the pulpit area to the parking lot and people in their cars could hear and view the sermon along with those in the building (there are videos of this on RU-vid). I believe the 90 foot doors in the cathedral were meant to mimic this but I don't know if they still offered a view and sound for people in their cars, just meant to let in fresh air. I would have loved to see a service there during Dr. Schuler's time.

@@t.moorefinancial8938 There is a b&w photo of Reverend Schuller preaching in Garden Grove Community Church with the doors open at 5:07.

What about the beautiful cathedrals in Europe other ones you see throughout America. They cost money.

@@user-cf7pe3qg1c Yes they cost money, but Jesus and God never meant for money given to him, should be spent on the buildings.

You should go to the slums in the Philippines. They completely overshadow the shacks surrounding them.

Expensive building paid for by Christians for other Christians to use for free. I see no problem here.

​@@barbarathompson8559 The Catholic Diocese of Orange County purchased the Crystal Cathedral for $57.5 million. This not only included the Cathedral but other architecturally significant buildings and the vast surrounding campus. If the Catholic Church didn't purchase the cathedral some other organization would have. Because the Catholic Diocese of Orange County needed a new place to serve as its Main Cathedral for the ever-growing number of Catholics this was a premier opportunity and an absolute steal. Hell, some estates in Newport or Laguna are currently on the market for more.

@@joshswift4033 as Omar would say "it's all about the Benjamin's...." (I reviewed the Muslim Sharia law... it's rather inhumane towards women and westerners)... Most wars were in "the name of God.. " There is a story called "Life's Book...." It's based each day morning to midnight you mentally write each day your life's story, and at the end of your life you give your Life's Book to God. I do not believe in organized religion, being part native American, there is a spirit and if you pray or have a conversation with a babbling stream you can feel and find peace in this godforsaken time. I don't 💯% believe in the Bible as it is continuously rewritten by ♂️ and ♀️ to include standards that Sodom and Gomorrah cities were destroyed by fire and brimstone due to their wickedness.... As what is happening today. No, one cannot pray behind walls and idols...it is not the way.

@@jerilucas9013 Whatever floats your boat.

@@antoniahamilton3201 boat floats very nicely....thank you

@@user-cf7pe3qg1c Explain. Please.

@@lampshade7874 He can't

@@user-cf7pe3qg1c I believe you're the one that doesn't get it.

Deleted?… *crickets*

@@lampshade7874 Told you he couldn't explain.

Any church leader that spends his congregation's money like that is not a leader I'd listen to either.

my family and I went there on a weekday to look around. Had read most of his books but they were pretty much saying same thing. Since then, I have learned that God wants us personally, not a fancy place to worship...

@@peterbuccieri1836 no you'd rather listen to some evangelical scam artist

@soybeanfarmer4576 - I'm guessing your experience with the false teacher Schuller was like looking into the eyes of a cold-blooded reptile? An a$$hole like Kenneth Copeland is much more obvious. Joel Osteen...

The reason why the Crystal Cathedral was purchased by the Catholic Diocese of Orange County is because the growing number of Roman Catholics required a main cathedral to facilitate the immense growth. The diocese purchased Crystal Cathedral for only $57.5 million. Thus, the purchase was more cost effective than building a brand new Catholic cathedral from the ground up. Currently, there are some estates in Newport Beach and Laguna that are currently listed for more than that purchase price. The services at Christ's Cathedral are full and well attended. Unlike a McDonalds sign posting how many billions of its hamburgers have been consumed, Christ's Cathedral has no need to quantify how many of its parishioners have been brought to Christ via the Gospel.

Orange County has a huge and ever-growing number of Catholics.This is considered the Main Catholic cathedral for the entire county. The Archidiœcesis of Los Angeles has a population of roughly 11,599,000 Catholics. It has only one Main cathedral for all the millions of its congregants. These cathedrals serve as gathering places for large civic celebrations and funerals that are open to all the public and are often fully filled. Some of these events are even broadcasted nationally. Today, Catholic Charities of Los Angeles operates 22 community centers and seven homeless shelters, as well as over 50 programs serving the poor including: food pantries; thrift stores; in-home services for homebound seniors; refugee resettlement; youth employment services; counseling; affordable before-and-after-school child care; immigration assistance; pre-school for children of low income families; and temporary worker centers throughout the archdiocese of Los Angeles. So to answer your question, no this is not built to house the homeless. Perhaps, with your heartfelt concern about the disadvantaged, you would kindly and generously donate some of your money or even volunteer your time. Please contact Catholic Charities at (213) 251-3400. Thank you.

Evil loves to rip good whenever the opportunity presents itselfm

How do you explain the great and historic cathedrals in Europe and elsewhere?

No, it is not a waste. It was an absolute bargain. The Crystal Cathedral was purchased for $57.5 million. There are some estates in Newport Beach and Laguna currently going for more.

Wut 😅😂

Nothing is enough.

Catholics are Christians.

Perhaps if you make a generous donation during the service, they give you a "get out of parking free card."

@@WAL_DC-6B I went to Sunday service and the parking is free 😁

@@brothertn708 "Thank God!"

I say that to myself, everyone o see a democrat doing much much better then us God loving middle class.

Not likely. During the conversion the structure of the Cathedral was refitted to withstand earthquakes.The whole structure was reworked including replacing the panes of glass and grout that were deteriorating on it exterior surface

I’ve constructed organs for the past 40yrs, and it’s the worlds largest organ.

The Catholic Church is part of the Anti-Christ System and the most corrupt church there is

He’s a heretic.

@@txJoJo55 While I agree there are plenty in the Catholic church that are bad....I will not blame the entire church.

@@user-cf7pe3qg1c it is the entire belief system if the Catholic Church. It is designed as a corrupt institution. They are just as false as the JW’s, Mormons and Jim Jones

@@user-cf7pe3qg1c I don't blame all of them either :-( so many have been led astray 😒

What is evil about this? Please be concrete and specific in your response.

Rather than?

No it isn’t Sin is

What?

@@lampshade7874 what what?

@@samm9017 Who?

@@lampshade7874 who what?

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Not necessarily. In centuries past it could’ve been a joint communal effort and more art and craftsmanship involved…they are literally just signing some contracts, sending some computer digits over the screen, and outsourcing to corporations with no spiritual involvement.

Oh yes, a man who spent untold millions on a building that wasn’t even sustainable. God’s money well spent.

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That’s not on them but on state and local governments. Don’t forget Newsom has tossed BILLIONS at homelessness and the problem worsened. When asked for an audit of the expenses, Newsom said no. Call him.

@@gracerealty2843 corruption is deep in that party

@@gracerealty2843 IT IS ON THEM, that's what Jesus preached, give to the poor and destitute. Have you not read the bible? Its up to Christians to give and do what they can, its not the governments job, its OURS

No, this is when the Catholic church buys a Cathedral with other architecturally significant structures that are located on a vast in size campus for only 57.5 million dollars. There is nothing Satanic about this extraordinary bargain. I guess you might say it was a steal.