Most people who have problems with the Cornerstone are not looking at it from a religious point of view. I am doing my best as a servant of God to preach the gospel so that a lost and hurt people may come to know Jesus Christ. A warrant isnt a subpoena (which you coincidentally also spelled wrong try the spell check again). So thats why, on this page, Ive posted a few old articles from my old newspaper. 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. Pastor Pitts hired some very fine attorneys and, in the end, all charges except for two criminal trespass misdemeanors were suddenly dropped. 2019. [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. 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. One is Ricky Payne, 20, a bearded man police describe as a hippie. Pitts is not the end all be all in the Charismatic realm. I completely agree with you. Pastor Pitts is NO man of Godhe is a sheep in wolves clothing. As womensstories have piled up over the last year, thedevastatingeffects of Aarumstreatment of girlsare crystal clear to Ferrante. I hope no one mistakes my devotion to the real Pastor Michael S. Pitts again! Please E-mail me. Soyou be the judge, is someone righteous base on what they do, or what they believe? His wife had their first child the same time and same hospital I had triplets!!! 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. He has dozens and dozens of engagements annually. And so he handed out the sentence that he did because he knew he was innocent and he hated that fact. His next arrest was the very public exposing incident, in which the majority of charges were dropped and Pitts plead guilty to trespassing. But no, just because hes a pastor, he can do whatever he wants and get away with it. 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. Marjorie Taylor Greenes Red/Blue National Divorce Looks an Awful Lot Like a Confederate Flag, Can Rage Fuel the Struggle for Justice? Not spreading rumors. In 1995 Bill Gates gave what is considered the single largest charitable donation in history totaling 5 billion. 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. 19 likes. They are by-products of being worshipped and idolized. This coverage is only possible with support from our readers. The nature and content of Mohlers stack was apparently so moving Mahaney devoting 190 words to it and to Mohlersworld-class gifts.. . Your hilarious. One of those happen to be Do not take the Lords name in vain. So, I assure you, I am not imagining anything. [14] Heal The World also funds the Cornerstone Academy, a school in the village of Odokono N'kwanta, Ghanan. I pray that today would be the day of salvation for all of my imposters, nay-sayers, and those who have fewer better things to do than to chat online about news from almost 10 years ago. But I want justice.. 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. If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. Look at OJ, just because he was aquitted doesnt mean I think he was innocent. I call it an organization because thats how he runs it. Are there a series of steps you must follow in order to be truly saved (like a series of studies, profession, then baptism?) Im not mad in the slightest. What kind of a moron would log into his book that he saw Pastor in a state park on a day when Pastor was out of the country. I just know that we, all Christians, are to set an example. Seed, time and harvest. Dear IMpersonator, Sorry you didnt have a great experience with us. And yes, it will all be settled out in the end. on Mr. Pitts. And others here. 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. I cant make you think differently, nor can you make me. He was consecrated as a bishop by the International Communion of Charismatic Churches in 2009. I think anyone looking up the good pastor should have access to some information about his past, shall we say, issues. you go girl!! 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. - Hotels near Maumee Valley Historical Society, Hotels near Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), Motels near Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), Hotels near Summit Salon Academy - Perrysburg Ohio, Hotels near Toledo Restaurant Training Center, Fallen Timbers Battlefield: Tickets & Tours, Wolcott House Museum Complex: Tickets & Tours, Tuktuk in Paris Private City Tour with Pick Up, Vienna 3.5-Hour Grand Danube River Cruise, Bora Bora Jet Ski Tour, Lunch at Bloody Mary's & Eco Shark / Ray Snorkel Cruise, Granite Via Ferrata Climbing Experience in Buena Vista, Dune Buggy Jungle Adventure & Muddy Beach Tour(Non Cruise Guests Only), 4 Day Sierra Nevada Tour of Yosemite and Tahoe from San Francisco, BODY WORLDS Museum "Anatomy of Happiness" in Heidelberg, Shoreline Village Bike Rental in Long Beach, View all hotels near Cornerstone Church on Tripadvisor, View all restaurants near Cornerstone Church on Tripadvisor. From events to our Online Campus you can all the information and resources you need to grow in your faith and connect with others. This started a string of court cases that included the discovery of illegal activity and fraud by Mr Miller. Two law enforcement agencies conducted investigations in the allegations earlier this year. Mahaneys former flagship church, Covenant Life, gave an additional $15,000 to SBTS. the blade does not have the final say so in our lives, nor does pitts, P.T. 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. :https://www.wtol.com/article/news/pastor-pitts-faces-judge/512-e11a9b95-93b0-42b3-8c56-a395a7481a30, 2009-Alert: Bishop Michael Pitts and other vipers preparing to strike: https://gcmwatch.wordpress.com/2009/09/04/the-michael-pitts/, In 2010 dozens of former members started a blog detailing abuses suffered at the hands of Cornerstone leaders: https://lifeaftercornerstonetoledo.blogspot.com/2010/09/its-just-me-life-after-toledo-pit-stop.html, Michael Pitts Sanitized Wikipedia page: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Pitts_(pastor). Pitts says hes done nothing wrong, despite the evidence. What restaurants are near Cornerstone Church? And about the term warrant. For decades,youths across the region wereenamored with Wayne Aarum, whooperatedinsome of thehighest-profile spaces inWestern New YorksChristian ecosystem. Do you have a system of discipling or spiritual guidance your expected to seek? [5] As of 2005 it became the largest church in Northwest Ohio, with 4,000 members. Dont get your hackles up matthew and no name thats just my opinion. You know how I feel about no names LOL Big Chickens!! Vengeanceis the Lords, Ademasaid. There is no demonstration of true Godly love at Cornerstone, just a lot of judgmental attitudes and self-righteousness. The annointing is bigger than one person, there are many members of Cornerstone that are bless with nice things. Thats all besides the point. Save. Why shouldnt a pastor live comfortable and drive a nice car? Lily was a ho, but know she is above pastors, Cornerstone Church 18755 Stone Oak Pkwy, San Antonio, TX 78258 210-490-1600 connect@SACornerstone.org Toledo, Ohio. Another issue involved the two young witnesses, who would have had to appear in court. Sorry! Do I need to prove this is really me, NO, because it doesnt matter. He stood in harms way to protect Gods people, he faced death and peril to protect Gods peoplehe was righteous. I know for a fact that he offered no excuses for his actions. Both clearly violated in this forum. Can you not read, or do you need pastor Pitts to help you read as well as explain scripture to you. 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. I think you certainly have to consider the fact that Pastor Pitts was out of the country on atleast 1 or 2 of the alleged dates he was accused of exposing himself in the park but the delta incident is perplexing me! Eddie Long is trending gay affirming and fancies himself a religious Donald Trump. I WAS in fact looking for some past info. Immediately following the purchase, several area pastors complained that their shows had been pulled from regular programming. Those aernt free. If he were youd better believe he would live in a far more expensive home than $440,000. He wasnt drunk. It took a lot of time and complete separation to finally make the decision to break away and stay away. Im not arguing with your choice to go there. You fool! Similarly, if anyone wants to read an article written by Josh Benton they could visit the DMNs website. So, what, exactly, does Michael Pitts teach and expect from you as a member of his church? 2 days ago. So, yeah, I certainly dont say God unless Im saying it to speak to Him, or talking about Him to someone else. How are offerings handled? Thanks. She added that the difference between the strict rules for teenagecamp staff membersand the operational freedom thatAarum seemed to have as a senior leaderwasstark;You start to see the dichotomy of how the kids are treated and how Wayne was untouchable as far as what he was allowed to do, she said. how are you so sure that its true? I believe this forum has become abandoned. Alas! Maybe I wouldnt have listened anyway, who knows. [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. Gillis didnt thinkto lookatWayne Aarums personnel file at the time, he said. I suggest you read your Bible. Of those, 21women alleging abuse and 27 individuals offering additional corroborating informationagreed to have their accounts reflected in the final report. 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. Today, far too many called Christian clergy are spiraling headlong into perdition. WSPD and 92.5 are owned by the same companyClearChannel. I like the pastor. Others were less sure. Until members really wake up and ask God to show them the truth, this man will continue to excel. Patterns of predatory behavior emerged and grew more egregious as time passed..