Cornerstone Church Toledo Sex Abuse Lawsuits - Meet # - Facebook Im sure Union Carbide has done some nice things around Bhopal. But for the record, I am a pastors wife. He also pleaded "no contest" in April of 1998 to two charges of criminal trespassing in a case where he was accused of exposing himself at Oak Openings Metropark. His roles asyouth pastor atBuffalo-area churchThe Chapelin the 1990s and then as presidentat Circle C RanchinruralCattaraugus Countyplaced him in close proximitytodozens ofgirls particularly youth group members from area churches, andcamp staff members. Are you illiterate as well as ignorant? Do you know someone connected to The Chapel or Circle C Ranch? Reviewed October 12, 2018 . This was shortly before the first arrest. Try reading the 6th chapter of I Timothy that says withdraw thyself from those that preach godliness is a source of gain. Joe Ferranterememberscomingupon a group of female counselorson one of his first days on staffat the Ranch when he was15. There will be false prophets, and we are never to follow man, but God only. julie: looking at this from a completely nontheistic viewpoint, the fact that Pitts was acquitted should be proof enough, in this country anyway, of his innocence. As T.F. They choose before they write which way they want it to go and than make things up to slant it in that direction! Thats the childish statement. Of course, why would he want to speak with someone who doesnt have any money? 2 days ago. 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? He is one of the greatest men of God I, or for that matter the world, has ever known. if it is true it will happen again. 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. But, I firmly believed I wasnt in a cult either.when I was involved. I thought this forum died, if you have a problem with Pastor Michael Pitts, take it the Lord in prayer. Galations 6:1. After this false start at rehabilitating Mahaneys image, Mohlers appearance alongside Mahaney at a small leadership conference feels like an attempt to test the waters for Mahaneys return. Do you feel that you HAVE to be there every time the doors are open or youll be questioned as to why you werent? Free speech is great isnt it? He demanded details and full eye contact. Well, I Googled Pastor Pitts, and I was surprised to find that there was no mention anywhere on the Internet of his alleged indiscretions. They arent true, and if you want to believe bad about someone, then you will. 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. I think anyone looking up the good pastor should have access to some information about his past, shall we say, issues. Hi there, It's sad that now Bishop Pitt's daughter and her husband have been thrown under the bus to continue the legacy to bring harm to the people of God. 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. Founder and former Senior Leader of Cornerstone Church Toledo. It wasnt until this year that I saw (these moments)for the evil that they really are, McDonaldsaid in a recording of the meeting. They also have issue with the fact that the church building and furnishings are so nice, but imagine how much it would cost in today. 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. On the contrary, he is a manipulative, arrogant man. Is there an image trying to presented through the leadership to attact young, professionals to the church? [6] In 1998, Cornerstone Church purchased WDMN, an AM radio station in Toledo, and sold it in 2012. All things are possible if you believe. TOLEDO, OH This will not be easy on the eyes. Finally, both of Pastor Pitts attornies accepted Jesus and now attend his church as a direct result of the entire ordeal. You have the same response to everything just like I do. You want to argue a point that is mute. We are all very capable of doing very sinful things. And, truly there was no real explaination given for his actions. There is no demonstration of true Godly love at Cornerstone, just a lot of judgmental attitudes and self-righteousness. That wouldnt be the case if God wasnt with Pastor Pitts, but He is. Nice, but no mansion. Also a fact I would assume the Pator knows. 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. And while I appreciate your no-doubt informed thoughts on how the media operate, I might point out in the case of Pastor Pitts, he was charged with more than a dozen crimes by multiple jurisdictions. Cornerstone Church - Home - Facebook Pitts pleaded "no contest,"and Judge Gary Byers found him guilty and sentenced him to 9 days in the Corrections Center of Northwest Ohio in Stryker. He wasnt drunk. In early 2021, The Chapelheld a members-only meeting to sharesome of the findingsand to announce the church wassuspendingall activities and financial ties to Circle C Ranch. Hi Romesha, Thanks for your review. As I said before, I posted this stuff online precisely because it wasnt available anywhere else, and people considering joining his church had a right to get all sides of the argument. Thank you for making that information available to me. (www.cornerstonetoledo.com)Why dont you worry about your own walk and stop judging another mans servant if you want reference scripture. Joe Schmoe would be hated in the community and locked up. Cornerstone Church 18755 Stone Oak Pkwy, San Antonio, TX 78258 210-490-1600 connect@SACornerstone.org Its sad because those people in his congregation who have real struggles to make it through life constantly feel like they dont measure up because they dont have the money or things that are expected of them. A different perspective I dont necessarly dismiss the man based on his actions. The Chapel, where Aarums brother Wes Aarum Jr.was a pastor until he resigned in early 2021,is attended by about 5,000 people. Until members really wake up and ask God to show them the truth, this man will continue to excel. What does that person have to offer him? Over the next 8 years the church invested over $800,000 into the station, eventually purchasing 37% ownership. Hmmmmm. Aarum and the Circle C board members did not respond when asked how thisinvestigation was conducted and who conducted it. Its so easy to stand outside a situation and form opinions based on the malarky that the media puts out there, as well as the gossip of others. Sorry! Meet #MattRasor who is the Chief Financial Officer at Cornerstone Church under the leadership of Bishop Michael Pitts. Everyone says they always turn you down though, and you have to fight. He just pleged another 750 million over the next five years. Truse me Pastor Michael is not making a small fraction of that amount. and Jesus says I never knew you, you workers of iniquity. Christ said the only person with the right to cast stones is someone who is without sin right? Based upon his preachings, the whole congregation should be multi-millionaires. Lucky the Leprechaun. Save. That is simply an aspect of the case that has been passed along and like a game of telephone; the truth has been warped so uniformly that most believe the lie. I just want to say thanks for posting these articles. Pitts has been found guilty ofdriving under the influence once before. San Antonio's Cornerstone Church recently made headlines late last year by hosting a three-day gathering of far-right conspiracy theorists. Cornerstone Church, Maumee, Ohio. I was a real prick. I went there for half my life. Sorry, kinda crabby (lol, crabwalk, get it) tonight. Theywerebetting on which new campers Wayne Aarum might pay special attention to, he said. 35 years experience public speaking in over 20 nations. Ferrante said hewouldspeak toWes Aarum Sr.about Wayne Aarumshabitseight or nine more timesbefore leaving his position at Circle C.Wes Aarum Sr. died in March 2020. A line up would have been nice. In response, The Chapels executive pastor, John Camardo, said in a May 1 statement to reporters: The Chapel has reviewed the personnel file and believes that the assertations made by Mr. Aarum are not consistent with the contents of the file.. Pastor Pitts hired some very fine attorneys and, in the end, all charges except for two criminal trespass misdemeanors were suddenly dropped. Rachel Horvath alleges Wayne Aarums physical and verbal behavior toward her was inappropriate and abusive while she was on staff at Circle C Ranch in 2011. Although he will likely never be as popular as he once was, with the help of friends like Mohler, he can continue to speak and earn a four-digit speaker fee. Let me just say that when you verbally attack Michael Pitts on this forum, your not attacking him anymore. Ferrante would sometimes linger in those secluded locations, awkwardly making conversation, to ensure someone else was present. Not only has Mahaney praised Mohler, hedonatedover $100,000 to Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. LOL, hes out using his Understudy degree!! People dont have problem with a church, until they see you building beyond the church structure itself. 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. By the way, its Michael, not MIchael easy isnt it.. The Bible mention false prophets. I have a hard time believing Pastor Pitts would have done those things and continue to minister. Jennifer Adema alleges that Wayne Aarum touched her inappropriately, including pressing his groin into her back, while he was a youth pastor and she was a youth group member at The Chapel in the 1990s. Ill have to ask some of my family who still attend if this happened. Dont get your hackles up matthew and no name thats just my opinion. Dont waste your time or money with this church. Copyright 2023, Cornerstone Church. His kids dont defame people for all the world to see. None righteous, no not one. When asked if he had even been confronted about his interactions with teen girls at campbyboard members, Ranch employees or volunteers, Aarum said no family member or Ranchboard memberhad even complained to him regarding his conduct. Marjorie Taylor Greenes Red/Blue National Divorce Looks an Awful Lot Like a Confederate Flag, Can Rage Fuel the Struggle for Justice? Officials did not press charges after Pastor Pitts agreed to seek counseling with a psychologist who sees sex offenders, they said. The leadership is very secretive, deceptive, and full of greed. During the event, footage revealed that a crowd in the church's main worship space was chanting, "Let's go Brandon," which is coded language for an expletive directed at . I would be interested to know. I WATCH PASTOR PITTS ON A REGULAR BASIS AND BENEFIT FROM HIS MINISTRY. Ive never said I thought he was arrogant or manipulative. Does he teach that Cornerstone is the one, true church? I do not believe Pitts is doing great things. It took a lot of time and complete separation to finally make the decision to break away and stay away. app is safe and it keeps me connected to what I need most, thank you Lord, https://pushpay.com/legal-center/privacy/. Pitts is lying. Defined under legal terminology, (in which I have an understudy degree in law) is most frequently referred to as a subpeona. Last year,Carolyn McDonaldfacedmembers of the Circle C Ranch boardandsharedherstorydirectly for the first time. Pitts recurring issues with liquor, sex and false teaching do not meet the standards. 2019. In all of those years, much to the shame of its leaders, I have NEVER heard such righteous teaching. Ive been to Cornerstone, have you? However, God loved David not because he was not a sinner, but because had a righteous heart. Theres some thoughts to ponder Julie. Pastor Pitts hired some very fine attorneys and, in the end, all charges except for two criminal trespass misdemeanors were suddenly dropped. Sights & Landmarks, Churches & Cathedrals. Well, Im glad someone missed me!! 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! Herdetermination to bringto lightwhat she calls her Wayne story propelled her through the events of the last yearconfronting Aarum, speaking to investigators and police and comforting other women whove been through similar experiences. But then again, dealing with false teachers is never pleasant. I never saw him in the same light after that dream. I think not. Not to mention the fact that if Pitts really was provably in another country on April 18, 1995, one might think he could bring that up to Delta police at the time not mention it to the media two years later, after hes already served his court-appointed sex counseling. 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. Toledo is a very racist, bureaucratic and segregated place that fears the truth and God. They are both the same because they are both sin. Contact Sarah at STADDEO@Gannett.com.

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