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On This Date at MinistryWatch CCM and child sponsorships, The King’s College shortfall, Acts29 spiritual abuse, Steven Furtick under fire

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ONE YEAR AGO: On Feb. 5, 2024, MinistryWatch reported about the partnership between contemporary Christian music and child sponsorship ministries and the lack of transparency in those relationships. Read more here.

TWO YEARS AGO:  On Feb. 7, 2023, MinistryWatch reported that The King’s College in New York City announced it was experiencing a “funding shortfall of approximately $2.6 million for the spring semester, due primarily to the timing of pending income.” In August, the school laid off its faculty and offered no courses. Last month, the school launched a “go-forward plan” in hopes of reopening. Read more here.

FIVE YEARS AGO:  On Feb. 10, 2020, MinistryWatch reported that the Acts 29 church planting network removed Steven Timmis as its president following accusations of spiritual abuse brought by 15 staff members. Recently, some churches have left the network based on organizational concerns. Read more here.

ELEVEN YEARS AGO:  On Feb. 14, 2014, MinistryWatch reported that megachurch pastor and author Steven Furtick was under fire for “spontaneous baptisms.” Read more here.

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