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Pastor’s criminal history shows pattern of financial fraud
Terrance Elliot was already a convicted felon when he became pastor of Aboard the Ship of Zion in San Bernardino, California. Now, he faces 11 new felonies and a possible 20-year prison sentence.
While the crimes may not be common, they often have a sizable impact.
Sixteen percent of Christian ministry executives say the ministry they lead has experienced financial fraud or a cyberattack in the last 12 months.
A former church finance director for Lakeside Baptist Church was indicted by a Texas grand jury for theft of property from the church over a four-year period.
Trust is important to religious organizations. But misplaced trust can lead to financial fraud, and churches need to take steps to protect themselves from people who will take advantage of their good will, said the ...
