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How is Charlotte this time of year, anyway? My point is that Denny Schafer had no more right to appear on a derogatory billboard than those in the biblical account had to stone the woman caught in sin. 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. Not too long ago, I read something on The Toledo Blades web site about Pastor Michael Pitts of Cornerstone Church. He was released over the weekend. LOL . Pitts can petition state to get license back. It quickly evolvedto include allegations of Aarums abuse at Circle C Ranch, all of which were ultimately included in the investigations findings. Im sure Union Carbide has done some nice things around Bhopal. To say the good pastors problems are a media invention is hopelessly naive. It was difficult not to notice this car, nor identify it incorrectly. It is not pastor Pitts efforts that will make him righteous, nor mine or yours. Im sorry she doesnt fit your stereotypical pastors wife. Then again, how can you objectivly judge Kathy when youve already misjudged her husband? HeyCleveland.com, Denny Schaffer wasnt fired.he was promoted to WSPD. There are many (legal) ways to structure things where you can take the burden of insurance off the church. Maybe I wouldnt have listened anyway, who knows. Others were less sure. [19] Following the trial, Metroparks ranger Russell Maneval was suspended for 60 days by the Toledo Area Metroparks for falsifying information on police logs involved in the Toledo case. I have been to quite a few services and I frequently watch online but I live too far away unfortunatly to attend faithfully. Usually it can be issued by a judge or by the lawyer representing the plaintiff or the defendant in a civil trial or by the prosecutor or the defense attorney in a criminal proceeding. The bible says to bring your tithe into the storehouse and a blessing would be poured out on you. Of course, Pitts was able to continue putting on his grand conferences because no one really knew that he was showing his private parts to little boys on a golf course. 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. The boys identified him in person, right there! Cornerstone is aggressivly moving the kingdom forward, why dont you check out one of their live services online? In 2005, the church filed for a restraining order to halt its attempted sale by then owner, Lamaree Marty Miller. Im sure your already looking into these things but hope I helped. If he is one who strays from the path he will eventually answer for it. I dont care that he wears a diammond ring gifted to him. Also, Enron made some wonderful donations to charity. Add to that Pitts drunk driving conviction and you wonder what is it that attracts these paper mache religious leaders to something like his latest conference called Decree: Heaven on Earth (make sure to look at the url closely). (I want to make sure that his lawyers, wherever they may be, see I am making this clear.) But then again, dealing with false teachers is never pleasant. Leadership at both The Chapel and Circle C Ranch, and also Aarum himself, have beenconfronted withconcerns abouthisconductat least 20 times since 1997, according to excerpts from Aarums employee personnel file at The Chapel, andinterviews with youth group members at The Chapel,Circle C staff and pastors in the Western New York area. If you have anything to say thats worth while, and arent afraid to share your name and not be a coward. I find it painstakingly difficult to believe he would post as Mike Pitts on this firum, because he wouldnt Once again, nice try. You also claimed that Michael Pitts offered no explanations for his actions, but only excuses. They criticize the fact the pastor lives in a nice house, but it was recently reported that the Diocese of Boston is selling the bishops mansion for $90 million dollars, significantly more than Pastor Pitts home, and an Oblate home here in Toledo is going for over $300,000. on Mr. Pitts. and Maumee). He has never done these things, and dont believe the garbage you hear about offerings and services etc etc. He never gave them any inkling of an idea either, since he wanted to keep the door open for them so he would know what they were up to. WSPD and 92.5 are owned by the same companyClearChannel. Cornerstone Church 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. You know Matt, if you spent as much time arguing the CAUSE OF CHRIST, instead of the CAUSE OF PASTOR PITTS, maybe more people would be in Heaven someday. They cared more about others than they did themselves. We also are losing our insurance because the church cant afford it. 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. Im terrified of God,Schuerholzsaid in the meeting recording. God Bless~ Julie. So there are two possibilities: Wayne Aarum was the first man Joy McCullough ever held hands with. Bishop Michael Pitts is putting on yet another one of those grand, stratospheric type church conferences which boasts big, money making drawing cards like TD Jakes, Eddie Long and Paula White. It went unchecked. 100% of travelers recommend this experience. Watching the people walk in brought back flashbacks of when I was part of a cultish church called the International Churches of ChristI checked out the website and an eerie feeling came over me.it presents the church the same that the ICOC does. Read all 4 reviews . said Lester Sumrall about the Maumee building, We began holding services in East Toledo at the Historic Eastwood Theater, Cornerstone Harvest Church planted in Lima, OH, We invest 4.2 million dollars in world class facilities for the children's wing and multipurpose facilities at our Maumee Campus, Cornerstone City Church planted in Wayne, MI, We celebrated the consecration of Pastor Michael Pitts to the office of Bishop, We launched Heal The World as an outreach arm of Cornerstone Church, The historic Eastwood Theater was and once again began holding services as the new Eastwood Campus, Cornerstone City Church restructures as our Wayne Campus, Purchased the Summit building in downtown Toledo and began renovations, Cornerstone Harvest Church restructures as our Lima Campus, Cornerstone launches as the Downtown Campus, Phil and Meredith Ryburn installed as Lead Pastors. Eastview Christian Church leaders promise review amid allegations of In 1995 Bill Gates gave what is considered the single largest charitable donation in history totaling 5 billion. The USA TODAY NETWORKreached out to Wayne Aarum, his son Josh Aarum, andboard members Daryl Dekalb and Wes Aarum Jr.for comment specifictothis matter. If you are worried about losing your standard of living because disability wont pay what your salary is you can have the church buy you a parsonage and pay for it the church can lease you vehicles. 11 hours ago, - Since his last name is not pitts, they didnt know he was related to him. . I have attended Cornerstone since 1995 and without a doubt, the relationships, benefits of life and strength of my walk with God are all directly related to my involvement with this church. He was definitely grooming me I didnt realize how absolutely brainwashing it was.. I left after the drunk driving incident because there was no true remorse from Michael for the ordeal that he put his members through. Secondly I must say its amazing how you go from wishing me luck on finding the answers Im looking for to being a complete prick. Dont get your hackles up matthew and no name thats just my opinion. 2023 www.democratandchronicle.com. And I dont think that things are on the up and up at Cornerstone. Someone who looks exactly like Michael Pitts stole the pastors car and his personal identification, masturbated in front of two boys, and then blackmailed the pastor for at least two years so the pastor couldnt acknowledge the mixup; or I WAS in fact looking for some past info. Am I annointed, well, God annointed a donkey to speak in the old testament, so why cant a man that is not perfect (being myself) be used of God. Not sure how he found this website, but none-the-less, Im broken-hearted that my unfortunate past has been BB-Q (to quote my nonsense impersonator). I think anyone looking up the good pastor should have access to some information about his past, shall we say, issues. Open today: 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM. In all of those years, much to the shame of its leaders, I have NEVER heard such righteous teaching. IT has been alleged by nearly a dozen victims that Matt Rasor has been GROOMING, SEXUALLY ASSAULTING, and DATE RAPING young boys and members of The Cornerstone Church Global Network. Best wishes to you in finding your answers. Matt Hagee, who is the lead pastor of Cornerstone Church in San Antonio, released a statement on November 18, 2021 regarding the controversial ReAwaken America Tour event that took place at his church last week. What about the scriprute that says God has choosen the poor in this world to be rich in faith. And contentment with Godliness is great gain but those that teach that Godliness is the source of gain you are to withdraw from. Read it in Timothy you simple minded Christian and do what the scripture says to do to those that preach the prosperity message withdraw from them. He also formed deep emotional bonds with these girls,acting as a father figure and maintaining a constant stream of intimacy and adoration, according to the women alleging abuse. Toledo-Area Pastor Released from Jail After Serving Nine Days Vengeanceis the Lords, Ademasaid. I wish someone had opened my eyes and asked me these questions. ROFLMBO, yeah, do post it once more please, and while your at it, look up this verse: Matthew 5:22 BUT I TELL YOU THAT ANYONE WHO IS ANGRY WITH HIS BROTHER WILL BE SUBJECT TO JUDGEMENT. hmmmmmm, woulda never pegged her for a pastors wife, until I was actually told who she was. I do not care about your efforts to attack me, but you all need Jesus. 1520 Reynolds Rd, Maumee, OH 43537-1602. Within a year, however, she said she would go to the police to report heruneaseabout thehabitsshed seen develop betweenWayne Aarum and teenage girls at the camp. No matter how broken and desperate you are, He is still a miracle-working God. Myself, My family, and my church are passed the past, and I will not stand for defemation of charector. It is used to compel the testimony of witnesses in a trial. A buddy of mine used to video tape the services at Cornerstone. Suggested duration 1-2 hours Suggest edits to improve what we show. hes a big jerk who should mind his business (Oh I guess hes a stereotypical journalist) and leave people alone. He resigned from the boardsoon afterward, he said. Barnaum or even the great Dr. Suess, Jesus has the first, last and middle words. Isensed that I was a part of something very good. Thanks, and yes, I have applied for disability (though that makes me feel like a jerk) but anyway, Im just waiting right now. I like the pastor. Hindsight isa ridiculously good teacher.. Im an attorney and helped a small church that had a similar situation aka the pastors both were extremely ill. (Its in Maumee, a Toledo suburb.) Sorry you didnt have a great experience with us. But I for one, am not ever going to go to a church where the guy has had so much evidence pointing at him, and putting him in such a bad light. He loves the congregation with all his heart, and he DOES point to Jesus in his preaching teachings writings etc. Has your involvement in Cornerstone alienated you from your family? (h/t Pulpit Pimps) Pitts is bishop or apostle of the Cornerstone Global Network. 37 people like this. 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. He would kiss their foreheads, or put his forehead to theirs in a close embrace a particular physical encounter thatstaff members at the Ranch would refer toas gettingWayned., Aarum said in a May 7, 2021, email thathe had never touched anyonein a way that was unsuitable orincorrect in the work, situation, location, setting, or circumstances.. Truse me Pastor Michael is not making a small fraction of that amount. God doesnt need your money or desire it, he wants your obediance. Hed ask how their relationships with familyorboyfriends were going, and what he could do to help. There is a difference. The stage door is closed. God takes care of His own Lily, I think youd better remember that and to finish that statement you can look to the Bible! And you go girl. God is the ultimate judge. 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 . The Lord showed Bishop Pitts to me in a very vivid dream because I was idolizing him. You know how I feel about no names LOL Big Chickens!! Why cant we all do the same. His face, withbrighteyes, asalt-and-pepper goateeand weatheredsmile lines, could easily blend inwith those of otherlikable dads. Apparently Josh is too busy to check this forum any longer. Linda A. Smith, 63, of Holland, Erie County, who worked as Circle Cs business manager between 2005 and2006, said shefelt honoredto be working atthe Ranchwhen she was first hired. The ICOC Are you pushed to bring people to church and invite so many per month? Here is my last offer. Our Story - Cornerstone Church As far as the Delta incident goes there was no police line up, and a very poor description of the suspect. Finally, Cornerstone Church is a place completely centered on Christ. All rights reserved. If someone was so concerned about thos so called young witnesses, wouldnt you be more concerned about getting a creep off the streets. Joshua Benton a former staff writer and columnist for The Dallas Morning News wrote about Pitts heretofore slick abilities to avoid the legal noose for his perverted crimes. May God richly bless you all! I dont care if you let the mean rest. Those aernt free. But unfortunately thats not the case. What does that matter? However, Mr. Smith said that he did receive confirmation in writing from Dr. Forgac that he and Mr. Pitts talked, though hes not sure how many times. I need to make one correction in my statements. I am not attacking Michael, but the truth is the truth. During that time, Pitts was the only person in the city of Toledo, let alone Delta, driving a teal blue convertible Saab. Regardless of what he has said, it is obvious that this event did occur. Nice, but no mansion. But thanks, you did give me some thoughts. 4 Reviews. You can reach her on Twitter @gsilvarole or by email at gsilvarole@gannett.com. Please call 419-725-5000 if youd like to discuss further. Also a fact I would assume the Pator knows. Please consider becoming a digital subscriber. Then, in 2012,Elle Campbell, a staff member and youth leader at The Chapel,went tocurrentLeadPastor Jerry Gillisabout a concerning incident between a youth group member and Aarum at Snow Camp. Jesus completed the law but he didnt disregard it. Attorneys file lawsuits. The truth is that God holds us and judges us and makes us accountable for our actions. Im sure those that go looking for dirt on people find it amusing and helpful, however Ive learned if you go digging up the past all you get is dirty. Case was dropped then and there, because there then WAS NO CASE. Maybe youll see. Example video title will go here for this video, Sentenced To Death: The murder that unsettled Arkansas. Meanwhile,Adema, who alleged abuse from Aarum in the 1990s at The Chapel,confronted Aarum himself over a video callin early 2020. Theres some thoughts to ponder Julie. BUT ANYONE WHO SAYS, YOU FOOL! WILL BE IN DANGER OF THE FIRE OF HELL. alot of those individuals were other pastors/priests in the city and alot were in a city/government office or political office. There will be false prophets, and we are never to follow man, but God only. By his own mandate he could have stoned the woman caught in adultery. and called and tried over and over to contact the church (it was a service night)to let someone know. Its funny that redneck Carty Finkbeiner could get less media coverage for all his real crimes. It almost been 72 hours, are your attorneys issuing their warrants er subpeona or subpoena (yea thats what it is). 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. After all, they have been given the charge of teaching you the truth and will be accountable for it. Im not speaking of an arrest warrant, which is not actually issued by a judge. Is that your fruit dropping to the ground? I WATCH PASTOR PITTS ON A REGULAR BASIS AND BENEFIT FROM HIS MINISTRY. Numerous people have come forward over the past twenty years alleging sexual abuse, harassment, exploitation, and assault from high ranking ministers at Cornerstone Church. I think you need to know more than what Pitts and Clan want you to see in the saftey of the congregation. WHAT HURTS HIS CREDIBILITY MORE THAN ANYTHING IS THAT HE WAS DRUNK AND WAS DRIVING. So thats why, on this page, Ive posted a few old articles from my old newspaper. 35 years experience public speaking in over 20 nations. I have a hard time believing Pastor Pitts would have done those things and continue to minister. Shed resignfrom her position not long after, her emotions a mix of heartbreak andfrustrationasshe leftthe Ranch. The Bible mention false prophets. no problem Julie if anyone wants to know the TRUTH about Pastor Pitts e-mail me at hockeyjk@yahoo.com lets just say I have an inside connection. Lets put him up on a pedestal. [11], Pitts is the founder of "Heal The World", a registered 501(c)3 non-profit that activities include covering the cost of soup kitchen Thanksgiving meals,[12] collecting Bibles for US soldiers,[13] and partnering with Mercy Ministries. Thanks-Dave. Google any of these vipers and you will see who they slither around with. If my worst quality is loyalty, then I guess thats okay. Please let this die. Pastor Pitts hired some very fine attorneys and, in the end, all charges except for two criminal trespass misdemeanors were suddenly dropped. Thirdly: During the beginning of the trial, more than 4 people (women)reported to the police that the individual they saw had an uncanny likeness to michael pitts and they gave a description of a car that was later followed up on and the individual that owned the car DID have a definite likeness to the pastor, as well as a record as long as your arm of indecent exposure and assault!! 6 1. Ive never questioned whether or not he sinned. There have been patterns of sexual misconduct and perversion from ministers and associate pastors over the years when I was a member and before then. 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. What restaurants are near Cornerstone Church? Its all about the free exchange of accurate information. How are offerings handled? Michael Pitts has accomplished more in his ministry already than you (edward) will ever accomplish. But I think he is great to take such a stand for his faith, on the radio!!! He is the founding pastor of Cornerstone Church and oversees the Cornerstone Global Network, a network of over 150 churches throughout the US, Mexico, Argentina, Colombia, South Africa and the UK. Contact Sarah at STADDEO@Gannett.com. The case began in December 2006. The year sincewould be punctuated by texts to McDonalds phone other womentellingher theyd been abused, too. Nothing. Take Care, Please do ask. I should make it clear that he was never convicted of any of these charges. I do not believe Pitts is doing great things. That didnt seem right. Pastor John Onwuchekwa's decision comes a year after Cornerstone Church received a $175K grant from the denomination to renovate its building. Ok, Im tired of arguing about the Pittster. And I am a Christian. If these things are true ( which only God and Pastor Pitts really know ) then we should be protecting him. It says in the bible that God forgives and FORGETS. Boy testifies a pastor at Mathews County church asked him to recant his Snell could not be reachedafterrepeated attempts, including a letter to his home, phone calls and an email to his wife. Improve this listing All photos (14) Top ways to experience nearby attractions Self Guided "Detroit's Spirit and History" Solo Walking Tour 4 In 1997, he faced eight counts of public indecency and seven counts of criminal trespass, linked to a series of incidents in which a man matching Pastor Pitts description was reported exposing himself to people in places like a local park and a Wal-Mart parking lot. In 1997, he faced eight counts of public indecency and seven counts of criminal trespass, linked to a series of incidents in which a man matching Pastor Pitts description was reported exposing himself to people in places like a local park and a Wal-Mart parking lot. p.s. Which I do. And Kathy, re: your comment: I have never intentionally said or done anything to hurt anyone, Aarum said. Jennifer Adema,now 42 and living in Salt Lake City, Utah, alleges she wasinappropriatelytouched by Aarum onmissionstrips and at The Chapel in the 1990s. I thought this forum died, if you have a problem with Pastor Michael Pitts, take it the Lord in prayer. The annointing is bigger than one person, there are many members of Cornerstone that are bless with nice things. Not only has Mahaney praised Mohler, hedonatedover $100,000 to Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Though there has been some debate surrounding Pitts ability to get charges against him dismissed on legal technicalities, the Bible has no such leniency for those who claim to be bishops in the Lords church. email me. HMMM, Ill be praying for the no name people on here. Mike Baker, pastor of Eastview Christian Church leads the church's on-demand Christmas Eve service. So we must ask ourselves the question, what makes us righteous? When I first came on, I was in awe of theAarums, said Smith, referring to Wes Aarum Sr. and his wife, Margaret. Im not arguing with your choice to go there. The bible is very clear that its not what we do but what we belive that make us righteous. Not someone who looked like Pastor Pitts the good man himself, driving his own car! He was consecrated as a bishop by the International Communion of Charismatic Churches in 2009. Truth always outlives a lie. The focus is to keep people intimidated and blinded to the real issues. I hope you all will take a lesson and leave it alone. Secondly: The majority of the sitings of indecent exposure were DOCUMENTED days of OUT OF THE COUNTRY travel of the pastor. You want to argue a point that is mute. What exactly is the Cornerstone Church Affiliation? The qualifications are clear. David stood for the goodness of God toward his people. I have discovered there was not an arrest as has been claimed on this site. Nineteen years later, in 2016, ata Christian children'scamp in Western New York,16-year-oldLaura Snell straddled a bench facing Aarum, whowas nowthecamp's president. He was released over the weekend. Today, far too many called Christian clergy are spiraling headlong into perdition. Lily, your bitterness is showing. Nor do I expect anyone to understand what its like to climb up out of a pit so dark that even IN the event the allegations were true against the Pastor Pitts might be able to pull an I was out of the country claim on those, since he was never conclusively identified at several of those locations.) You see, Pastor Michael Pitts was charged with several counts of exposing himself to strangers. Of those, 21women alleging abuse and 27 individuals offering additional corroborating informationagreed to have their accounts reflected in the final report. False prophetess Paula White is working hard to resurrect the church her selfish divorce helped tear down. Besides that, I was telling the truth. And as far as the Pitts thing goes, if hes so great, why does everyone feel they need to defend him so strongly. Had he been conclusively identified at the seen, he would have gone to jail! Thanks. I assure you I never studied law, Ive never issued warrants, or any of that nonsense. You will not hear from me again on this forum, because I have better things to do than dig up peoples opinions of my past. Mayor of Toledo, Department of Justice: Investigate Cornerstone Church for Sexual Assault and Abuse, Investigate Cornerstone Church for Sexual Assault and Abuse, http://crabwalk.com/2003/08/pastor-pitts/, https://www.toledoblade.com/local/2000/08/30/Pastor-Pitts-charged-with-drunken-driving/stories/200008300021, https://www.wtol.com/article/news/pastor-pitts-faces-judge/512-e11a9b95-93b0-42b3-8c56-a395a7481a30, https://gcmwatch.wordpress.com/2009/09/04/the-michael-pitts/, https://lifeaftercornerstonetoledo.blogspot.com/2010/09/its-just-me-life-after-toledo-pit-stop.html, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Pitts_(pastor), This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google. But the Ranchsboard rejected Hilliker's findings, Fancher said. Cornerstone Church (Maumee) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go That wouldnt be the case if God wasnt with Pastor Pitts, but He is. First off, I dont go to his church nor have I ever attended or given him any money. Rob Shryock is an author, journalist and editor of the Religion blog "God Is Sometimes Great." The leadership is very secretive, deceptive, and full of greed. He was in town he was arrested on the day of incident. "In 1995, he was stopped by police after allegedly being spotted masturbating in front of two young boys hitting golf balls at a local baseball diamond. Cornerstone Church exists to help people find the Father, a family, and a fulfilling future. A line up would have been nice. 19 likes. He validated my life., In aApril 28 emailto the USA TODAY NETWORK, WayneAarum acknowledged that his conversationswithyouth group membersat The Chapel, meant to help them navigate their adolescent struggles, could have sometimes hurt (them) because of the listeners personal situation, he said." Thats what bothers you! He was consecrated as a bishop by the International Communion of Charismatic Churches in 2009. Julie: I just liked seeing you going back and forth with Dan. CJ Mahaney, the founding pastor of Sovereign Grace Ministries (SGM), recentlyspoke at a conference called Conviction to Lead 2013 at an SGM megachurch in Knoxville after a long absence from the public eye. He was rather impressed by the large amounts of money collected every week and the men with guns to handle it all.

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