Free speech is great isnt it? Thats a biblical principal. This policy was included in a 2003document from a camp event titled The Circle CTen Commandments, and was mentioned by multiple camp staff members interviewed for this story. I walked away from it feeling amazingfeeling likeheddone something monumental, said McDonald, who is now 31. And yes, it will all be settled out in the end. 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. We send our kids to camp and something happens, and we know about something, thats where it gets scary. God doesnt need your money or desire it, he wants your obediance. Megachurches are usually terrible, this is no exception. Carolyn McDonald was one of the first women to make the Circle C board aware of her abuse allegations, in the form ofanemailonOct. 6. Id settle down on the f word if I were you. Aarum and the Circle C board members did not respond when asked how thisinvestigation was conducted and who conducted it. Meet #MattRasor who is the Chief Financial Officer at Cornerstone Church under the leadership of Bishop Michael Pitts. Women whoallege inappropriate interactions withWayne Aarum as teenagers,manyof whom did not know each otherthen,gave nearly identical accounts ofhiscommon phrases andactionstowardthem. By the way I did hear pitts say that along with the whole chruch that day. My reference is based upon years of experience. Why am I bringing this up after the fact? Toledo-Area Pastor Released from Jail After Serving Nine Days None of the townspeople knew they were part of a scheme to rob them of their lives. I dont even have to examine the fruit in your life to know thats more than what youve done. Since his last name is not pitts, they didnt know he was related to him. His parents were raised attending church regularly. 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. hmmmmmmm thoughts to ponder!! You can reach her on Twitter @gsilvarole or by email at gsilvarole@gannett.com. Above: Carolyn McDonald, Michelle Poulsen, Rachel Horvath, Jessica Spiesz, Ashley Scibilia, Joy McCullough. They are by-products of being worshipped and idolized. They asked him what dirt can we create on Pastor Michael Pitts? they wanted to smear him. His final punishment: 14 days of house arrest with an ankle bracelet and a $500 fine. Say what you will. You people are just jealous of his success and despite your best efforts, his church continues to grow. Joe Ferranterememberscomingupon a group of female counselorson one of his first days on staffat the Ranch when he was15. 37 people like this. Please let this die. 19 likes. But in the middle of the hustle and bustle of your pathetic groveling, I hope you find Jesus. Michael did marry me and my husband and I attended all locations (Douglas, Byrne, Airport Hwy. All rights reserved. Julie: I just liked seeing you going back and forth with Dan. 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! Hi Romesha, Oh, and Hayden, thanks for giving your name. Just because you can take a scripure out of context doesnt mean you have Michael Pitts number. PLEASE SHARE THIS PETITION ON SOCIAL MEDIA! Please call 419-725-5000 if youd like to discuss further. Its a vicious cycle of those individuals always feeling inadequate and that they have no faith. What I think we must look at iswhat makes a False Teacher (or Apostle) false, his actions or doctrine? There are others who have gambled everything doing far lesstell me why Pitts would be above it??? His final arrest was the drunk driving incident. Aarums breath was hot,his mouth inches from hers. Hes just a man. John: To contradict your statement, the following was taken from the article posted in the TOLEDO BLADE on Sunday, November 30, 1997. Carolyn McDonald, a former Circle C Ranch staffer, and Jerry Gillis, lead pastor at The Chapel, discuss the allegations against Wayne Aarum. A USA TODAY NETWORK investigation found thatAarum, 55,touchedat least 16teenage girls inappropriately, some on multiple occasions, according to their firsthand accounts. A urine test confirmed Pitts was legally drunk although he told the court he only drank two glasses of wine. Circle C Ranch, founded by Aarums father, Wes Aarum Sr., in 1968and still operated bythe Aarumfamily,welcomesthousands of children every summer and hosts church youth retreats in the winter months. For MANY reasons. Maybe youll see. Dedicated on line cs. But I want justice.. In the months following, additional charges from other locations were added. Until members really wake up and ask God to show them the truth, this man will continue to excel. If you notice on his website there is no mention of Jesus. You cant even put your name on your post!! Citing client confidentiality, Dr. Forgac would not comment. caused Mohlers faith in Mahaney to waver on iota. 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. And I dont think that things are on the up and up at Cornerstone. I can tell you for a fact a number of things. 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). Maybe you need to brush up on your law. Pastor Pitts hired some very fine attorneys and, in the end, all charges except for two criminal trespass misdemeanors were suddenly dropped. Similarly, if anyone wants to read an article written by Josh Benton they could visit the DMNs website. It went unchecked. He was out of the country on half of the alleged dates. Learn more. I dont ever want to give the wrong impression, and be a stumbling block because of misinterpretations of what Ive said. Attorneys file lawsuits. Darla: what did you mean by his kids dont defame people for all the world to see? Righteous! Absolutely furious. The MinistrySafereportgiven tolocalChild Protective Services in2021 outlined that the company hadfoundevidence of an ongoing pattern of manipulation and intimacy between Aarum and teenage girls. Cornerstone is impacting the city of Toledo in positive ways no matter what you think. At the age of 14, Pitts felt called to become a preacher. Georgie Silvarole/USA TODAY Network New York, Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. If people want to support Pastor Pitts, so be it. The Apostles in Acts gave everything they had to meet the needs of the members of their churches. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Im down-trodden that we have found a place to BB-Q those who try to serve a living God. You think they were convinced of his innocence? Our Story - Cornerstone Church If you speak up or leave, you are cursed by the church. (obviously this is paraphrased) Dont be blinded by the charisma of this man. I also think P.T. AGAIN, ANYONE WHO SAYS TO HIS BROTHER, RACA IS ANSWERABLE TO THE SANHEDRIN. Its apparent because these people cannot govern their own lives, they turn a blind eye and enable Pitts to continue his charade and deception. than to poke my nose in the buisness of one man. None. Are you illiterate as well as ignorant? [22], In August 2000, Pitts was charged with a DUI. Thats how I was raised. The investigationsfindings were serious enough that Norris recommendedChapel staff tosharethemwithlaw enforcement, state and localOffice ofChildren and Family Services agencies and state and local Department of Health agenciesbefore her report was complete,she said. The specific authority in this case would be applied to the owner of this forum. I dont care who it is, any man who tries that should be prosecuted, so-called holy man whos in in for the money of not. 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. But there was a significant amount of evidence that many people found quite convincing. Another aspect of the story that is seldom told is the fact that the park official who brought the charges against Pastor Pitts was indicted for purgery. I have never touched anyone with any inappropriate motive.. I do not care about your efforts to attack me, but you all need Jesus. Many camp staffers credit Circle C Ranch as being integral to their personal spiritual growth and the formation of lastingconnections within the area Christian community. [18], On September 18, 1997, Pitts was arrested on charges of exposing himself to passing motorists near Oak Openings Metropark in Swanton, Ohio. This was shortly before the first arrest. 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. Dont fear Pitts fear his saints? The Chapel, where Aarums brother Wes Aarum Jr.was a pastor until he resigned in early 2021,is attended by about 5,000 people. Just as God saw fit to birth his son the first time through imperfection, he is still using imperfection to bring his Son to this generation. I doubt it, however I wouldnt put it past any of pastors at Cornerstone. I assure you I never studied law, Ive never issued warrants, or any of that nonsense. Sorry, kinda crabby (lol, crabwalk, get it) tonight. The park ranger on the stand lied about seeing Pastor Pitts on a few occasions, (since he had solid alibi of being out of the country preaching and was actually televised on those dates live preaching in those countries)So the judge called up the prosecution and the defense, they went into chambers and they proved purgery. They choose before they write which way they want it to go and than make things up to slant it in that direction! Pastor Implicated in Sex Abuse Scandal is Back I think Pastor Pitts is very annointed visionary that was sent by God. Sheexplained how it took months of therapy to realizethat herinteractions with Aarumdidnt happen because he loved her like a father. Not only has Mahaney praised Mohler, hedonatedover $100,000 to Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Why dont you add the other stories like how the church gives away bikes, toys and other items to the inner city kids, all the donations the church makes and the good the church does for the city with programs like Project Breakthrough. I can say with extreme certainty that Pastor Pitts never said that the church did not give him enough for his birthday and never re-passed the offering containers. 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. The dumbest things ever blurted out by San - San Antonio Current Marjorie Taylor Greenes Red/Blue National Divorce Looks an Awful Lot Like a Confederate Flag, Can Rage Fuel the Struggle for Justice? He stood in harms way to protect Gods people, he faced death and peril to protect Gods peoplehe was righteous. Barnaum or even the great Dr. Suess, Jesus has the first, last and middle words. Soyou be the judge, is someone righteous base on what they do, or what they believe? 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. Cornerstone Church The Cattaraugus County Sheriffs Office opened aninvestigation into this case in early 2021 after Norris contacted them regarding the allegations, according to police reports. We can no longer afford silence while souls are being sifted like wheat with the help of false teachers. Thats all besides the point. Two law enforcement agencies conducted investigations in the allegations earlier this year. All Ill say is I no longer go there. 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. And I am a Christian. When I first came on, I was in awe of theAarums, said Smith, referring to Wes Aarum Sr. and his wife, Margaret. Eddie Long is trending gay affirming and fancies himself a religious Donald Trump. He is just a man. Have you not read in the New Testament that if you do one part of the law you are obligated to keep all of the law? Let me make something clear, you dont know anything about my character. What are you doing here? [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. In all of those years, much to the shame of its leaders, I have NEVER heard such righteous teaching. Why dont you make meaningful comments or not make any at all. All that matters now is that if this things are true is that Pastor Pitts ask for forgivenss and moves on. - And His Word, and His People! Something smells fishy here Here is a man of God who lavishes himself in fine gold, designer clothes, fancy cars, and ultimate living with a $440,000 home on 30+ acres and his own private jet? Manypeopleare devotedto the Ranch and the Aarum family, and said they never experienced or witnessed egregiousphysical behavior from Aarum. Im not speaking of an arrest warrant, which is not actually issued by a judge. Im not arguing with your choice to go there. I heard that an offering was taken for him for his birthday, and he said it was not enough, and had the plates passed again. Pastor Pitts pled guilty to trespassing. Around the same time,The Chapel hiredMinistrySafetoformally investigateclaimsofAarums abuse. Do you think these mega-churches he preaches at aernt paying him? 2 days ago. If you tithe then you must become circumcised and if you become circumcised then you must sacrifice animals and if you sacrifice animals then you must keep the holy days etc. Im known by the entire Cornerstone congregation.I dont need the trouble or the headache. The answer, apparently, is 7 months. whats one more sin I guess if I find you all Ill have to Get prayed over BY Pitts for whiping your asses and getting you fired like Toledos Denny S 92.5 FM your next. 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. What restaurants are near Cornerstone Church? The Cstone app from Cornerstone Church connects you with everything that is happening. [7], Pitts has not attended seminary or theological college, but is self-taught from tapes, CDs, books, and other materials. It is not Bill Gates billions of dollars in donations that makes him righteous. Where did the pastor go? Review of Cornerstone Church, Maumee, OH - Tripadvisor Thats why they will go to Pitts pleasure palace and parade around for the sheeple to snap pictures of them and utter nonsensical religious platitudes. Investigate Cornerstone Church for Sexual Assault and Abuse She is no longer representingCircle C Ranch. Hi Romesha, Thanks for your review. Do you know someone connected to The Chapel or Circle C Ranch? The nature and content of Mohlers stack was apparently so moving Mahaney devoting 190 words to it and to Mohlersworld-class gifts.. 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. I specialize in 501s and non-profits and in many of these situations the insurance climbs to 4 or 5 grand a month. i have recieved a couple of not so nice emails in response to the comment i made on this site. Im still not angry, but it seems youd like me to be. Even if the girls get closure, theres a good chance that hes going to continue on spiritually manipulatingpeople if none of the truth gets out there.. I pray that my family and friends who still attend wake up and see the false teachings this man is heaping on the City of Toledo. princess1075. The only people I am giving a hard time in this forum, are the idiots who are pretending to be him! If I wanted to get a copy, yes I could get it..anyone can. You are right, I notice something about Toledo Area. p.s. Last time I checked, Dave, I wasnt trying to convince anyone I was a holy man who is the best route to understanding God. if you tell me your name Ill tell you mine! (The Pitts camp claims the officials are lying.). . The year sincewould be punctuated by texts to McDonalds phone other womentellingher theyd been abused, too. The vehicle stood out and was recognizable for its color, make, model, and convertible status. Benton who lived and worked in Toledo for some time said he was dismayed that there was little information on Pitts sexual malfunctions on the internet. [1][3] The church grew rapidly and by the age of 26, Pitts was preaching to over 1,000 weekly members. God Bless Pastor Pitts and the whole Cornerstone Family, I myself have benefited greatly from the annointing spirit that overflows beyond the walls of Cornerstone. if he is guilty as charged, so be it, if not, so be it. Nobodys perfect, you should know that! Abusers mayrelyonthat societal perceptiontocreate an environment in which theirabuse can continuein plain sight, she said. Quite the contrary, I believe he does more harm to the Body of Christ than good. In court, when another defendant recognized Pastor Pitts and asked why he was there he said, You know, you dont get through life without taking a few little bumps.. [14] Heal The World also funds the Cornerstone Academy, a school in the village of Odokono N'kwanta, Ghanan. Have faith in him and He will move your mountains of impossibility. Although I find posting here quite enjoyable. http://www.dennyradio.com Michael Pitts was identified and arrested in Delta, Ohio in 1995 for public indecency and did attend counseling for this arrest. We pastor a small church, (no, Im not jealous, I wouldnt want a large church, too much stress) and I have an incurable disease. Obviously you are much sharper than T.D. remember when you write in the sand baby. Well, Im glad someone missed me!! He was released over the weekend. #18 of 19 things to do in Maumee. Righteousnees seek the welfare of others more than the welfare of themselves. Sorry, I do buy it. And so he handed out the sentence that he did because he knew he was innocent and he hated that fact. Oh by the way, I attended Cornerstone from 1986 to 2000. Ill have to ask some of my family who still attend if this happened. If anyone ever cares to chat with me, feel free to email me at jminner2@aol.com, and Ill be happy to talk with you. Individuals canalsotext LIGHT to 741741 for crisis support with a trained counselor, 24/7 and free of charge. I like the pastor. Yes I am. Lily, your bitterness is showing. Members are told to shut up and follow him, and believe me that's what they do. (408) 315-6880. Ron, being accquited in this country doesnt really mean to much. Of course, why would he want to speak with someone who doesnt have any money? When reached by phone, Hilliker said she could not comment on what her recommendations were orwhether they were accepted or rejected by the board. He blamed his problems on media monsters. Cornerstone Church, Maumee, Ohio. Theyformedfriendships around their desperation to see their stories taken seriouslyby leaders at the Ranch. San Antonio megachurch pastor's brother accused of sexually abus - KENS Nate, you need to get your facts correct. 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. I think it is socially and morally irresponsible to represent yourself as someone else, even if your intentions are good. Its the people on here that call themselves Christians, yet put everyone else down for their opinions that give Christians a bad name if you ask me. I told him that when #MeToo came out, hes the one I thought of," Adema said. Amazing. Ive never called you anything close to a prick. Not spreading rumors. All Rights Reserved. Pitts recurring issues with liquor, sex and false teaching do not meet the standards. Jakes and Mark Chirona who have both recently had Michael Pitts in to preach. Officials did not press charges after Pastor Pitts agreed to seek counseling with a psychologist who sees sex offenders, they said. Thank You Lord for all that you are doing in my life and in the lives of those who you have called and anointed for this season!!! He said Im just about ready to say that your not saved if you dont tithe. He grooms them to the point where they have noboundariesanymore. None righteous, no not one. [26], International Communion of Charismatic Churches, "Cornerstone's pastor elevated to higher rank", "Rev. A grieving son finds no justice on Rev. Maury Davis' path to redemption 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? Lets put him up on a pedestal. The prosecution in his trial had rested its case, and the defense had begun calling witnesses when the plea deal was struck. The USA TODAY NETWORKreached out to Wayne Aarum, his son Josh Aarum, andboard members Daryl Dekalb and Wes Aarum Jr.for comment specifictothis matter. You see, Pastor Michael Pitts was charged with several counts of exposing himself to strangers. 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? MinistrySafes investigation, separate from Circle Cs independent investigation, first focused onallegations of abuseat The Chapel youth groupin the 1990s. Youre not Michael Pitts. A warrant isnt a subpoena (which you coincidentally also spelled wrong try the spell check again). In 2007 the Church severed all ties with Miller, who later filed bankruptcy and relocated. That email launcheda series of events, including atleast two separateinvestigations into Aarums conduct,and the involvement of law enforcement and state camp licensure officials. It was almost like I needed that from him, said Poulsen, who now lives inAmherst. He wasnt drunk. He does great things for lots o people!!! Reviewed October 12, 2018 . PS before I go. 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. 100% of travelers recommend this experience. Cornerstone Church is located across NW Ohio . What we should concentrate on is the plank in our own eye and not the speck in our neighbors. And its no wonder, these saying are born out of the doctrine that stems from the selfish foundation on which it was built. If he were a real man, he would step back and let people cool off, before he started running his empire again. I have aquantences, that used to be friends, that I heard started going to his church, and was curious because Ive heard some things about him. WSPD and 92.5 are owned by the same companyClearChannel. Im not quite sure what to believe now. You have a free will to go to his church. 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. Unlike the other incidents hes accused of, at Delta Pitts was actually caught on the scene! The Craziest Things Cornerstone Church Pastor John Hagee Has Ever Said By San Antonio Current Staff Pastor John Hagee of Cornerstone Church has been the victim of #fakenews in the past, sure,. Theres some thoughts to ponder Julie. That incident speaks for itself. (The Pitts camp claims the officials are lying.) Wes Aarum Jr. did not return requests for comment. None agreed to interviews on the record for this story, and they didnot provide additional sources who would be willing to comment on the record. Thanks-Dave. Like I said, I cant make you think differently, nor can you make me. And the people who attend these events perhaps are unaware that the stars are priming them for blood. You dont need Pitts approval or covering. He is married to Kathi and they have two children. Who cares what kind of outward gifts he gives. 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. He is a man who has guided my learning well. Self Guided "Detroit's Spirit and History" Solo Walking Tour, History Along the Maumee: A Self-Guided Driving Tour in Ohio, Private Antique Car Tour of Historic Belle Isle, Toledo Scavenger Hunt: Toledo Perspectives. Thats the childish statement. I happened to be attending the service right after Pastor P. had received the DUI. Cornerstone Church - YouTube 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. FIFTHLY:The reason INDEED that the case was dropped was definitely because of purgery. Its written in the Bible. We also are losing our insurance because the church cant afford it. Pastor Pitts claimed complete vindication. But Im always available for any of you to talk to. LOL, and youre not? He was identified by witnesses along with his automobile. Im sure Pastor Pitts isnt the happiest about this forum but you are doing more to defame his charactor by sounding like an idiot.
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