Osteen

Osteen is a surname of English-language usage that is most widely recognized in connection with a prominent American evangelical family. The name is associated with Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas, one of the largest megachurches in the United States and a national broadcast ministry.

John Osteen was a pastor who founded Lakewood Church in Houston. His son Joel Osteen became the church’s senior pastor following his father’s leadership and has gained national and international recognition as a televangelist and author. Joel’s wife, Victoria Osteen, serves as co-pastor and is active as a speaker and writer.

Lisa Osteen Comes, another member of the family, is an author and motivational speaker connected to the Lakewood Church network. The Osteen family has published several books and produced televangelism programming that reach audiences beyond their Houston congregation.

Beyond this family, the surname Osteen may be carried by others not affiliated with Lakewood Church. The name remains most closely associated in popular discourse with Joel Osteen, Victoria Osteen, and the broader Lakewood Church ministry.