Joe Johnson is accused of engaging in scheme to inflate charitable contributions after property sales.
Life Surge founder Joe Johnson is facing a lawsuit brought by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to permanently prevent him from engaging in “abusive” real estate transactions that led to nonprofits claiming excessive charitable ...
Secretive Chateauroux Fellowship, Brian Houston’s plans, COVID relief fund fraud, and more.
ONE YEAR AGO: On December 17, 2024, MinistryWatch reported about the Chateauroux Fellowship and its director Christian Thomas Lee that, according to the group’s own website, the Fellowship has committed at least $5 billion in future ...
The church continues its fight against another $1.2 million in fines by the county.
Calvary Chapel San Jose is no longer on the hook for $67,000 in COVID-era fines issued by Cal/OSHA.
Plaintiffs claim church leaders knew of alleged abuse but left alleged abuser in place.
The number of lawsuits filed against Harvest Christian Fellowship’s founder Greg Laurie—related to alleged abuse of young men at a children’s home in Romania—now stands at 12.
Incidents arose before policy was in place, the company says.
Gateway Church's insurance company argues it is not required to defend the church in a civil lawsuit related to Robert Morris.
Justices raised concerns about chilling effect subpoenas would have on donors.
The U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a case involving pregnancy resource centers in New Jersey that have been fighting a legal battle to prevent the subpoena of its donor records.
Michael Brown investigation, Chi Alpha director resigns, James MacDonald sues radio personality, and more.
ONE YEAR AGO: On December 6, 2024, MinistryWatch reported that Line of Fire radio program host Michael Brown agreed to a third-party investigation after allegations of sexual impropriety surfaced. He acknowledged a “lack of judgment,” ...
Settlement includes $200,000 payment to Gethsemani Baptist Church.
A church that has been prevented from its benevolent food distribution for two years can resume its ministry to those in need.
These ministries earn highest ratings in financial efficiency, transparency and donor confidence.
In the MinistryWatch 1000 Database there are 25 ministries that qualify as what we call “Shining Lights.” According to Matthew 5:16, Christians are to “let our lights shine so that others may see our good ...
Injunction preventing church’s housing ministry reversed and remanded to trial court.
Dad’s Place, a church in Bryan, Ohio, can again resume its temporary shelter for the homeless as temperatures dip.