Eight additional public indecency charges were dropped due to "substantial evidentiary considerations" and Pitts pleaded "no contest" to two charges of criminal trespassing and was sentenced to 60 days in jail. If I got fired, who was going to stand in the gap?. Georgie Silvarole/USA TODAY Network New York, Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. I just move to area when all that stuff was going on, I really didnt understand why. It is used to compel the testimony of witnesses in a trial. Various allegations have been raised against Senior Pastor Michael Pitts, his wife Kathi Pitts, Eddie Combs (singer in the group Higher Ground), ( of the church), David Huskins (former bishop to Michael Pitts who committed suicide) and others. Ok, Im tired of arguing about the Pittster. You are the one that needs to pray for discernment! They have no integrity whats soever this is also proven by if the above article regarding Delta was true, there would have been counseling that really was done, when it fact, there wasnt ever any counseling, because the incident never took place. You are right, I notice something about Toledo Area. [2], In June 1986, Pitts and his wife Kathi moved to Toledo to start a non-denominational church, which they named Cornerstone Church. How can anyone in their right mind ignore the Delta arrest? CJ Mahaney, the founding pastor of Sovereign Grace Ministries (SGM), recently spoke at a conference called "Conviction to Lead 2013" at an SGM megachurch in . Your hilarious. Disgusting! This taught us one thing The media always start with the story they want to portray and then goes and gets information to support it. Oh well. I think we should left God be the judge, because you should be very careful with talking bad about people God calls. You want to argue a point that is mute. Patterns of predatory behavior emerged and grew more egregious as time passed.. Thankyou Doug! ABOUT US CHURCH APPAREL WATCH NOW GIVE More ABOUT US; CHURCH APPAREL; WATCH NOW; GIVE; ABOUT US . [16][17], In December 2015, Pitts released the album Heal The World, containing songs co-written by Pitts and featuring Israel Houghton, Sheryl Brady, The Katinas, Lucia Parker, Linda Green (of Peaches & Herb) and Bryan Popin. Michael Pitts has a church that is growing AND winning souls for Chirst, he is feeding the hungry, hes building a world class ministry from Toledo Ohio. Open today: 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM. A subpoena is what you and your understudy degree are referring to which is: a formal order commanding a person to appear in court under penalty. His parents were raised attending church regularly. Maumee, OH, United States JUSTICE FOR VICTIMS OF CORNERSTONE CHURCH TOLEDO Numerous people have come forward over the past twenty years alleging sexual abuse, harassment, exploitation, and assault from high ranking ministers at Cornerstone Church. So why are you still there if the Bible commands to withdraw from those that preach inerrant doctrine? For me, it doesnt matter if he did what he has been accused of [9] Pitts has preached at the annual Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance conference several times,[10] as well as in Mexico and at annual meetings in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Ghana. Are you illiterate as well as ignorant? Thank you for making that information available to me. Im terrified of God,Schuerholzsaid in the meeting recording. Free speech is great isnt it? Members have reported being propositioned for sexual favors in exchange for money, gifts, and positions/titles/opportunities in the ministry. And Mohler has been just as steadfast a friend to Mahaney, using his influence to help promote Mahaneys work in the past with no signs that the lawsuitecaused Mohlers faith in Mahaney to waver on iota. At that point, Carolyn McDonald briefly considered alawsuit, butdropped it after her lawyers saidit wouldbedifficult to bring her most egregiousallegations of abuseto court, because she couldnt remember whether she was 17 or 18 when they occurred. They were seated off to the sidein the dining hall, while a few other people milled around. All Ill say is I no longer go there. We're always working on improving, thanks for . It says in the bible that God forgives and FORGETS. HeyCleveland.com, Denny Schaffer wasnt fired.he was promoted to WSPD. Its called the 10 Commandments. Read all 4 reviews . Look people, if Pitts WASNT guilty, why did he plea bargain with a sudden deal? This number is based on the percentage of all Tripadvisor reviews for this product that have a bubble rating of 4 or higher. Mr. X, That is why he was not found guilty of ANY of them. Community. This started a string of court cases that included the discovery of illegal activity and fraud by Mr Miller. Are there a series of steps you must follow in order to be truly saved (like a series of studies, profession, then baptism?) Pastor Pitts has done more to further the kingdom of God and impacted more lives than you could ever hope to. (The Pitts camp claims the officials are lying.) It sounds to me as if you could use what Pastor hasGod. Officials did not press charges after Pastor Pitts agreed to seek counseling with a psychologist who sees sex offenders, they said. If you notice on his website there is no mention of Jesus. if he is guilty as charged, so be it, if not, so be it. Gillis didnt thinkto lookatWayne Aarums personnel file at the time, he said. The USA TODAY Network attempted to obtain any relevant reportsfiled on Wayne Aarum fromtheOffice of Children and Family Servicesunder the Freedom of Information Law. I wish Id done more, Gillis said. Shereportedhim at the timetopastors at The Chapel,who eventually met withhimat least four separate times between 1997 and 1998 regarding his physicalhabitswith teenage girls, according to excerpts from Aarumspersonnel fileat The Chapel, provided by email to the USA TODAY NETWORK by Chapel leadership. I DONT THINK ANYONE IS WILLING TO BOTHER GETTING THE DELTA REPORTTHEY WOULD RATHER BASE THEIR OPINIONS ON RUMORS. His car was spotted near where several of the incidents occurred. Hey, anonymous: I guess no one reads my writing except you, who keeps coming back to my site five times a day to leave anonymous comments calling me gay and asshole. In fact, if you call him Mike hell correct you and ask you to please call him Michael. You said it best, Pastor Pitts one of great teachers of Gods word in this generation, I invite you to attend Cornerstone and see for yourself. Mahaney offered no apology, only the vague self-deprecation and false-humility that are typical of his patter, and the sort of rhetorical back-slapping that one would expect in the boys club of evangelical Christianity. Share this story. When a pastor resigns after his 77-church network is implicated in the largest evangelical sex abuse scandal to date, how long does it take for him to regain the trust of his colleagues? Whats worse, public masterbation or being a murderer? Please let this die. Of course (obviously) these are hypothetical circumstances because no one reads Bentons writing. THEY HAVE DAMAGED COUNTLESS PEOPLE AND CONTINUE TO PREY ON VULNERABLE MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY!! It was 1997, and Aarum was her youth pastor. Jennifer Adema,now 42 and living in Salt Lake City, Utah, alleges she wasinappropriatelytouched by Aarum onmissionstrips and at The Chapel in the 1990s. It doesnt just pop out of my mouth as a cuss word or as in vain. Sorry to have hit a sore spot with you! I can assure you that this forum is 100% protected by the constitution of the United States. Hmmmmm. When she finished telling him about it, Aarum praised her;he said God still loved her. Jon Schuerholz, executive pastor at Cornerstone Church in Grand Island CarolynMcDonald's childhoodchurch was present, andpushed the board memberstotake action. Get Involved. It says that at judgement they will stand before Jesus saying didnt we prophesy in your name, etc. Ive been by their place and its not that much. hahahaha! Quite the contrary, I believe he does more harm to the Body of Christ than good. Actually, the Delta incident like you called it was proven to be false just like the other so-called incidents its hard for him to do those things when hes out of the country! Oh, and Hayden, thanks for giving your name. Suppose someone was to lay out all that you, Josh, have done in the past 12 years, Im sure it would be somewhat less than flattering. Your a joke. remember when you write in the sand baby. Thats a Christians main goal, to do what God wants. Who did you get that fromyour imagination? A urine test confirmed Pitts was legally drunk although he told the court he only drank two glasses of wine. According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, Pitts was driving onUS 20A in western Lucas County just east of the county line when he stopped for a routine vehicle inspection. A warrant is: a writ issued usually by a judge or magistrate which commands an otherwise illegal act and affords the person executing the writ protection from damages if the act is performed. and Jesus says I never knew you, you workers of iniquity. We give as unto the Lord and we do it for Him, not just for our church. Im also curious why everone at Cornerstone who does tithe isnt rich by now. Michelle Poulsen and Joy McCullough allege Wayne Aarums physical and verbal behavior toward them was inappropriate and abusive while they were youth group members at The Chapel in the late 1990s. I am a part of the pitts family and reading this has been both hilarious and very very sad. Pastor Michael Pitts spent nine daysin the Corrections Center of Northwest Ohio after state troopers pulled him over last December. Look at OJ, just because he was aquitted doesnt mean I think he was innocent. If you have a stack of books, Im saying theres quite a difference, pretty obvious difference, between your stack and his stack of books. Isnt that hilarious? The lawsuit against SGM, which fizzled out in the late spring due to statutes of limitations, alleged that church leaders, including Mahaney, had actively worked to protect multiple abuse perpetrators while harassing and intimidating victims into silence. The church is very huge and the people seem nice but a little clicky which isn't ideal. Try doing a search on manifest sons of God, or dominion theology or latter rain. AGAIN, ANYONE WHO SAYS TO HIS BROTHER, RACA IS ANSWERABLE TO THE SANHEDRIN. and clevland you need to have your mouth washed out with soap, potty mouth! Do you know someone connected to The Chapel or Circle C Ranch? Gillissaid he brought the concern tohis Chapel colleagueWes Aarum Jr., Wayne Aarums brother, who said hed handle it from there,Gillis said. LOL, I knew you meant MAY, darn typing demons at it again, right? It is what a person believes that makes him righteous. And since for some reason, you are having a hard time with me, and I dont want to cause you to stumble, Im leaving this forum. Wayne Aarum temporarily stepped backfrom his role asthe Ranchs president in January2020, according to a Circle C statement on Jan. 18. Ferchenwas sufficiently concerned, he said, that heconfrontedAarum at the time about ending upalone in a space with someone of the opposite sex, which was prohibited underanother one ofthe Ranchs policies. Snellfelt confused, she recalls; no one had ever touched her like that. I wouldnt personally want to go to his church, but I sure do wish people would be more concerned about taking care of pastors and familys of smaller churches, rather than making sure that The Big Guys get the bells and whistles. Wevebeen conditioned to think that abuse is the man in the trench coat in the bush, but often its someonewho would never beconsideredcapable of that behavior,Denhollander said. (obviously this is paraphrased) Dont be blinded by the charisma of this man. Maybe you should go to Cornerstone and break your impoverished mindset. Not spreading rumors. 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Its sad to say that my whole family continues to support this man and his organization. You cant even put your name on your post!! Lucky the Leprechaun. Where did the pastor go? Please call 419-725-5000 if youd like to discuss further. He was consecrated as a bishop by the International Communion of Charismatic Churches in 2009. Just was surprised when she told me who she was! Are you expected to get advice about all aspects of your life from people who are more spiritually mature than you are? If youre looking for the truth, I promise you that you will never regret if you choose to leave there. The Cstone app from Cornerstone Church connects you with everything that is happening. 'I was so young': Former Circle C Ranch staffer discusses effects of abuse. If my worst quality is loyalty, then I guess thats okay. Pastor Implicated in Sex Abuse Scandal is Back, Conservative Mag: Glenn Greenwald Hates America. Reviewed October 12, 2018 . Here you will find a variety of messages from Phil and Meredith Ryburn and the team at Cornerstone C. I never saw him in the same light after that dream. I dont say these things lightly, I say them because Ive witness muchmuch more than youd ever know. I need to make one correction in my statements. I was a real prick. This terminology is a reflection of the false teachings that it supports. I will not validate thier slander with comment, suffice to say, the gentleman from NJ has a point and it should render this debate over the alleged dealings of one man moot. Founder and former Senior Leader of Cornerstone Church Toledo. As far as the Delta incident goes there was no police line up, and a very poor description of the suspect. Did you wear braces Kristi? We let the media in that Thursday night. But for the record, I am a pastors wife. If Pastor Pitts is guilty of that sin FORGIVE HIM mind your business and go on preaching the truth to the ones in need. On the surface, we know that its the promise of mega money which lures in vultures like Jakes, Long and White. Go, give him your money and listen to his false doctrine. Yeah rightall he can do for me is lead me down the wrong path. Last year, when Pitts appeared for a command performance at Paula Whites church, she declared it was by divine appointment. TOLEDO, OH This will not be easy on the eyes. He said,I loved you guys and viewed you as my own children. You see, Pastor Michael Pitts was charged with several counts of exposing himself to strangers. You people need to pick up a Bible and get a church home, instead of judging someone that is following God will for his life. It went unchecked. http://www.dennyradio.com Im not quite sure what to believe now. He does not take money from us that the Lord doesnt tell us to give. But in the Delta incident, a man fitting his description was spotted masturbating in front of two boys at a baseball diamond. San Antonio's Cornerstone Church recently made headlines late last year by hosting a three-day gathering of far-right conspiracy theorists. Nah, not gonna give you my name. A buddy of mine used to video tape the services at Cornerstone. Id appreciate it, Mr. Josh Benton, if you would get your facts straight and not try to get people to believe what YOU think is true. Finally, Cornerstone Church is a place completely centered on Christ. Cattaraugus CountySgt. and Maumee). so I dont sweat the small stuff. How does being arrogant and manipulative have anything to do with intelligence? TOLEDO, OH - This will not be easy on the eyes. As part of the unusual plea agreement, both prosecution and defense agreed that neither side would be allowed to discuss the reasons for the sudden deal" Source: http://crabwalk.com/2003/08/pastor-pitts/, 2000-Pastor Pitts charged with drunken driving:https://www.toledoblade.com/local/2000/08/30/Pastor-Pitts-charged-with-drunken-driving/stories/200008300021, 2007-Pastor Pitts Faces Judge: A urine test taken after troopers smelled alcohol on the pastor during a routine stop in December of last year putPitts' alcohol level at .13,well above the legal limit. They are both the same because they are both sin. Officials did not press charges after Pastor Pitts agreed to seek counseling with a psychologist who sees sex offenders, they said. [1][3] The church grew rapidly and by the age of 26, Pitts was preaching to over 1,000 weekly members. amen! Come on, be serious. Why? Many former members believe that the church preys on underprivileged minorities, especially in the black and hispanic communities and those with lower socio-economic status. It is obvious that the Delta incident did occur. Amazing. My opinion. BTW, have you looked into going on disability? Im sure your already looking into these things but hope I helped. Well I amy also be surprised your a pastors wife seeing as you gossip on an online forum about other pastors wives. Toledo, Ohio. People imperonating others is in fact fraud, but more than this the word of God says, and I quote, touch not mine annointed and do my prophets no harm. And you go girl. God is the ultimate judge. If youve had experiences with Wayne Aarum that you believe to be abusive, please help us investigate. Cornerstone launches as the Downtown Campus 2019 Phil and Meredith Ryburn installed as Lead Pastors Privacy Policy Download Our App Careers Contact Us 1520 Reynolds Rd Maumee OH 43537 hello@cornerstone.church 419.725.5000 Copyright 2023, Cornerstone Church. Warming up yet? The year sincewould be punctuated by texts to McDonalds phone other womentellingher theyd been abused, too. That email launcheda series of events, including atleast two separateinvestigations into Aarums conduct,and the involvement of law enforcement and state camp licensure officials. He is a good teacher and preaches for ME to follow the word. I do believe in God. In afall 2020 letter,Wayne Aarum saidhe was reinstatedas presidentand that Circle Cs independent investigation was complete, andhad found no factual basisfor the allegations against him at that point. Dont waste your time or money with this church. Sunday Service. Also do you realize how much he preaches out in a year? Why dont you make meaningful comments or not make any at all. YOU would know that if you knew him or even attended any services. I thought you were done. Learn more. Others were less sure. The judge was SOOOO MAD! Appreciate the feedback. Were talking about the kingdom of God. [20], Pitts' church invested in TV station WMNT-TV, Channel 48, in Toledo in 1997. After the lawsuit against SGM was dropped, in fact, Mohler and two fellow evangelicals published astatement of supportfor Mahaney, calling him our friend and a vast influence for good. The statement claimed that Mahaney was not charged with any credible, serious, and direct wrongdoing. Thus, they wrote, we, along with many others, refused to step away from C.J. Let me just say that when you verbally attack Michael Pitts on this forum, your not attacking him anymore. [26], International Communion of Charismatic Churches, "Cornerstone's pastor elevated to higher rank", "Rev. Given the lack of critical response to the appearance, Mahaney will likely feel more comfortable returning to the broader evangelical conference circuit. Simple as that. (except my cousin). One of those happen to be Do not take the Lords name in vain. So, I assure you, I am not imagining anything. Getting caps on your teeth is no different. In a May 7, 2021, email, Aarum said there were occasions, such as when problems arose at the Ranch, when he wouldhaveto enter a space where a female counselor is present.. Im sorry she doesnt fit your stereotypical pastors wife. Then again, how can you objectivly judge Kathy when youve already misjudged her husband? I dont even have to examine the fruit in your life to know thats more than what youve done. [24][25], Pitts is the second of four children to Eugene and Brenda Pitts. There are others who have gambled everything doing far lesstell me why Pitts would be above it??? It's only a matter of time before this mess of a church is shut down for good. Going to the next level, a new season, Im believing God for a harvest, getting my stuff back from the devil are saying frequently used in Charasmatic circles. Because this was a completely separate incident and Pitts did go to counseling for the Delta incident speaks volumes about the criminal case regarding his indecent exposure. No matter how broken and desperate you are, He is still a miracle-working God. The praying in his name statment was a paraphrased quote taken from his message directly after his drinking and driving arrest.you might want to get the tape or have we forgotten about that arrest as well? I am not a member of Cornerstone, but my membership is at another church in the city, but I still find it very disgusting that people would rather gossip about a pastor who has struggled, rather than pray for Him and trust God to work things out as only He can. At least as of a few years ago, he was living in a half-million-dollar home on 30 acres, wearing designer duds, and driving a Cadillac. He. The specific authority in this case would be applied to the owner of this forum. And others here. youve got to be kidding me you really are a beacon of light Julie, Um, who said that? Im known by the entire Cornerstone congregation.I dont need the trouble or the headache. What does that person have to offer him? Today, far too many called Christian clergy are spiraling headlong into perdition. Oh, btw, I met mrs. pitts. All that matters now is that if this things are true is that Pastor Pitts ask for forgivenss and moves on. on Mr. Pitts. With all of these public sins, why hasnt there been some public contrition from Pitts? He is a man who has guided my learning well. Regardless of what he has said, it is obvious that this event did occur. And. I have a hard time believing Pastor Pitts would have done those things and continue to minister. Oh, looks like I stuck a nerve. God Bless Pastor Pitts, Cornerstone Church, and all heares and doers of Gods word. Theyformedfriendships around their desperation to see their stories taken seriouslyby leaders at the Ranch. [1], Michael Pitts was born in south Lima, Ohio, in 1964 to factory workers Eugene and Brenda Pitts. Thank goodness!!! Yes I am. Please know that as I am sorry for my past actions, I am thankful for Gods saving Grace, and the authority he gives me as a child of the King. A legal warrant. Carolyn McDonald recalls the latewinter night in 2007 when, she says, Aarum pinned her 17-year-old body to a church pew inside the Circle C Ranch camps onsite chapel. July 16, 2020 09:07 AM. You obviously only attended Pastor Pitts church as periodically and never really listened to what he preached theres no way you would be so foolish as you are now to touch Gods anointed. We pastor a small church, (no, Im not jealous, I wouldnt want a large church, too much stress) and I have an incurable disease. Over the next 8 years the church invested over $800,000 into the station, eventually purchasing 37% ownership. . And I dont think that things are on the up and up at Cornerstone. Thats my cue to exit stage right. We had the evidence on him, said Mr. Smith, but we would have had to bring two boys to the edge of hell to bring it out. p.s. But during his tenure at Circle C,Ferchenadmitted that he saw Aarumclosely embrace girls, and that, on multiple occasions, he happened upon Aarum and a girlspeaking together in secluded rooms or spaces. Shed resignfrom her position not long after, her emotions a mix of heartbreak andfrustrationasshe leftthe Ranch. If people want to support Pastor Pitts, so be it. Here is my last offer. Drinking alcahol is not going to send you to hell no more than any action is. If 72 hours pass, and this forum still exists, my attorneys will be issuing your warrant. Jeffrey Swinger for the USA TODAY NETWORK. LASTLY: I am a family member, and I know him well. Just wanted to throw that in there. Do his messages make you feel like you arent doing enough but you find yourself fretting over where youre going to find more time or how youre going to explain to loved ones why you have to spend even MORE time doing church-related things? By now you would think that everyone at Cornerstone should be rolling in wealth. Were always working on improving, thanks for highlighting this for us. And I am a Christian. I think not. Because, only God can judge use with regard to his will. I personally know that this man is SO narcissistic that he had a dental work overhaul done when Cornerstone first came to townbecause he thought his messed up teeth didnt project the proper image!! in any way. The statement was withdrawn after it drew widespread criticism. I have to say tooI Love Denny Schafer. Curious to note a few things here that were never brought out or known or told in or by the media: 3 months before the big arrest a few city/government/police officials called a certain individual in the police department, in the investigations, and spoke to this person. Others have expressed suspicion, nonchalance or patent disbeliefregardingwomens stories on social media, or in person at church meetings. [8], Pitts was consecrated as a bishop by the International Communion of Charismatic Churches in October 2009 for his oversight of the Cornerstone Global Network, a network of more than 120 churches. Pitts says hes done nothing wrong, despite the evidence.
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