appeared at the crystal cathedral, these animals won't be taking part in the annual pageant. >> it is upsetting that a family representing the lord is mismanaging funds and not stepping up to the plate. >> reporter: the official explanation for the bankruptcy is the bad economy has taken its toll on the church's support base. >> never before in the history of the country have so many churches been in bankruptcy. >> reporter: insiders, including dr. schuller's son, robert a. schuller, tell a different story. >> i think if i was the leader there it would be a different story. >> reporter: robert a. had been groomed for years to succeed his father. his tenure lasted barely two years until his sisters and brothers-in-law forced him out. >> they said my sermons weren't adequate for the "hour of power" the then by october they said i