Task force faced uphill battle, ends with no names on database and no long-term plan
A volunteer Southern Baptist task force charged with implementing abuse reforms in the nation’s largest Protestant denomination will end its work next week without a single name published on a database of abusers.
Bookkeeper allegedly spent church funds on a 4-wheeler, a basement remodel, and a dog
A court in Idaho Falls, Idaho, has determined that a case will move forward for a church employee accused of stealing over $330,000.
Pat Robertson dies, Joel Osteen’s church interrupted, MinistryWatch examines child sponsorships, Jerry Falwell Jr. apologizes
On This Date at Ministry Watch: Pat Robertson dies, Joel Osteen’s church interrupted, MinistryWatch examines child sponsorships, Jerry Falwell Jr. apologizes
Thomas Jay Oord advocates for full LGBTQ inclusion; also embraces open theism
A Church of the Nazarene minister advocating for “full queer inclusion” has been brought up on charges and faces an upcoming trial that could result in removal of his credentials as an ordained minister.
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Ratings rise for CityServe International, Kids for the Kingdom
Database Changes, Podcast Highlights & More: Ratings rise for CityServe International, Kids for the Kingdom
Bank denies responsibility for clients’ loss in FTX scheme, including Word of God’s $25 million deposit
Last year, MinistryWatch reported that Word of God Fellowship Inc., which owns Daystar Television Network, was suing Silvergate, a now-liquidated cryptocurrency bank, for using $25 million in ministry deposits to participate in a massive cryptocurrency ...
In an email to the Orange board, Kristen Ivy said the ministry founder repeatedly abused his power.
Former Orange CEO Kristen Ivy has changed her characterization of the relationship she had with Orange founder Reggie Joiner.
Chi Alpha Ministries, Jennifer Christie, Ravi Zacharias NDA, and Mars Hill Church
On This Date at MinistryWatch: Chi Alpha Ministries, Jennifer Christie, Ravi Zacharias NDA, and Mars Hill Church
Queen was indicted by DOJ for obstructing federal investigation
A North Carolina Baptist church has suspended its pastor after he was indicted on allegations of giving false records to the FBI.