Everything with regard to the exposing incident was so questionable and especially the Delta arrest. In 2007 the Church severed all ties with Miller, who later filed bankruptcy and relocated. And if they are out of control spiritually and naturally, where does that leave those following them? Michael Pitts has accomplished more in his ministry already than you (edward) will ever accomplish. Heres the link: Lily, your bitterness is showing. He is a man who has guided my learning well. Hey!! Jesus crossed many lines for you, laying down his life that you might have eternal life. 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. 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. Hmmmmm. It was normal to pick them in the first few days of camp they were pretty andthinteenagers, mainlystaff but sometimes campers,said Nicole Richard, 30, of Norfolk, Virginia, who worked at the Ranch in the mid-2000s and said Aarum touched her inappropriately and made comments about her appearance. They arent true, and if you want to believe bad about someone, then you will. We let the media in that Thursday night. I dont believe he did a whole lot., Edward why in the world are you still at Cornerstone when you are so obviously a self-righteous bigot who is against Pastor Pitts? He is married to Kathi and they have two children. Cattaraugus CountySgt. Nor does that attitude reflect in my posts. I would still really like to see the Delta Report. Women whoallege inappropriate interactions withWayne Aarum as teenagers,manyof whom did not know each otherthen,gave nearly identical accounts ofhiscommon phrases andactionstowardthem. First off, I dont go to his church nor have I ever attended or given him any money. They were seated off to the sidein the dining hall, while a few other people milled around. 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.. p.s. Both clearly violated in this forum. 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Thats their business. The . Im done. The MinistrySafereportgiven tolocalChild Protective Services in2021 outlined that the company hadfoundevidence of an ongoing pattern of manipulation and intimacy between Aarum and teenage girls. Thanks, and yes, I have applied for disability (though that makes me feel like a jerk) but anyway, Im just waiting right now. I thought you were done. A warranted legal documentation requiring a subjects attendance at a hearing. I dont mean to give you a hard time but just want to encourage you to seek the truth and remember that your relationship with God, and answering to God is more important than answering to a leader of Cornerstone 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. All Ill say is I no longer go there. Cornerstone Church is located across NW Ohio . Based upon his preachings, the whole congregation should be multi-millionaires. MAUMEE -- A local pastor convicted of drunk driving is back home. Image: Courtesy photo . In 2005, the church filed for a restraining order to halt its attempted sale by then owner, Lamaree Marty Miller. Hi there, Inever meant to make you feel uncomfortable.. Mahaney called Cornerstone Church, where the conference was held, one of my favorite churches on the planet, predicting that there will be massive fruit from last nights [conference] till the end of time. Cornerstone Church is a non-denominational church located in Toledo, Ohio. Hes the only one that will never have his character tainted or be caught doing public perversions. Another thing how ignorant are you to say somthing about paying 10% of your income to Pastor Michael. 1520 Reynolds Rd, Maumee, OH 43537-1602. Its written in the Bible. We all fall short of Gods laws. [22], In August 2000, Pitts was charged with a DUI. 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. I wish Id done more, Gillis said. You should read one of his books Julie. Are you expected to get advice about all aspects of your life from people who are more spiritually mature than you are? Let me just say that when you verbally attack Michael Pitts on this forum, your not attacking him anymore. So thats why, on this page, Ive posted a few old articles from my old newspaper. They are non-denominational. So, yes, then when she heard I was a pastors wife, she then said that she was, and told me who she was. Bishop of Cornerstone Church Toledo and the Cornerstone Global Network Non relevant to any of this. Making fun of Pastor Pitts on a billboard in Toledo is not speaking your opinion. Ron, being accquited in this country doesnt really mean to much. Jeffrey Swinger for the USA TODAY NETWORK. I have questioned if his indescrepencies subtract from the validity of his message. I used to attend Cornerstone from the very beginning on Douglas through the the exposing incident. I cant make sense of it, said RichFerchen, 52, who worked with Aarum at both The Chapel and the Ranch for decades. 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. Two young men step out. 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!!! I am a member and was when these incidents occured. The request was deniedbecause both state and county child abuse reports are confidential. Pitts' response was that in line with the purchase, all programs were being evaluated, and those wanting to remain on the air were welcome to reapply. And as far as the Pitts thing goes, if hes so great, why does everyone feel they need to defend him so strongly. It is used to compel the testimony of witnesses in a trial. Toledo is a very racist, bureaucratic and segregated place that fears the truth and God. If this kind of a critical error could be made it is obvious that this man is an idiot who is incapable of trustworthy testimony because he may have forgotten what day it was! The last I checked this was a forum about Michael Pitts. 2023 www.democratandchronicle.com. Im not arguing with your choice to go there. The Cattaraugus County Sheriffs Office opened aninvestigation into this case in early 2021 after Norris contacted them regarding the allegations, according to police reports. Comparing Mohler to legendary American pastor Jonathan Edwards, Mahaney rhapsodized about how smart Mohler is by gushing over his stack of books: Ive seen his stack of books. It was almost like I needed that from him, said Poulsen, who now lives inAmherst. 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. (Ive heard Pitts say this from the pulpit). Pitts has been found guilty ofdriving under the influence once before. (The Pitts camp claims the officials are lying.). This forum is for talking about the subject at hand. 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.) Cornerstone Church is a biblically-based church that declares Jesus everywhere and leads believers in a life of resilient faith. Pitts can petition state to get license back. But despite all the religious grandstanding, court records and media reports show Pitts cant seem to keep his private parts in his pants while he is in public places. I doubt, however, that he likes to advertise his legal difficulties. Thats a biblical principal. Dear IMpersonator, Check out his books on Amazon.com or in Barnes and Noble. Nothing. Most of the more critical opponents of Pastor Pitts are memebers of other churches or never been to nobodys church. Does anyone know if this is true? 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. 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. Ill pray for you Matt. Snell could not be reachedafterrepeated attempts, including a letter to his home, phone calls and an email to his wife. If you have anything to say thats worth while, and arent afraid to share your name and not be a coward. God knows the truth, and ultimately, thats what matters. 2019. May God Bless. When she finished telling him about it, Aarum praised her;he said God still loved her. He played dumb, Ademasaid. Can you not read, or do you need pastor Pitts to help you read as well as explain scripture to you. What we should concentrate on is the plank in our own eye and not the speck in our neighbors. Nobodys perfect, you should know that! Why dont you make meaningful comments or not make any at all. He grooms them to the point where they have noboundariesanymore. This is a discussion/comment area, and Im commenting on the subject at hand. Who cares what kind of outward gifts he gives. Unbeknownst to them, they were talking to his UNCLE!!! Jun 1986 - Oct 2020 34 years 5 months. They asked him what dirt can we create on Pastor Michael Pitts? they wanted to smear him. 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. [26], International Communion of Charismatic Churches, "Cornerstone's pastor elevated to higher rank", "Rev. Your Welcome!! He said,I loved you guys and viewed you as my own children. Case was dropped then and there, because there then WAS NO CASE. Example video title will go here for this video, Sentenced To Death: The murder that unsettled Arkansas. long time member Send your wonderful presence and your fire on each one who reads this!!! Hes more focused on speaking to asset owners. He demanded details and full eye contact. Im still not angry, but it seems youd like me to be. I respect that you feel you are not in a cult. But I believe that people who give no grace to others better hope they dont ever need any. He is just a man. If these things are true ( which only God and Pastor Pitts really know ) then we should be protecting him. We, as Christians ALL have a code of behavior we are to follow. Do you feel like this? Have you ever listened to him? I cant make you think differently, nor can you make me. 1520 Reynolds Road . Like I said, I cant make you think differently, nor can you make me. If the city of Toledo had viable evidence againt Pastor Michael why would they have offered him a plea down. He told me, My son has a problem, hes an idiot, and hes going to ruin this camp if he doesnt stop, Ferrante said. You said yourself your poor.What is someone gonna do with your money anyway. GEORGIE SILVAROLE, Tina Yee, NEW YORK STATE TEAM. People dont have problem with a church, until they see you building beyond the church structure itself. It is not Bill Gates billions of dollars in donations that makes him righteous. And its no wonder, these saying are born out of the doctrine that stems from the selfish foundation on which it was built. This number is based on the percentage of all Tripadvisor reviews for this product that have a bubble rating of 4 or higher. I see there is no telling you anythingyou seem to know it all.I am a native of Toledo and I also followed all the articles ( even before joining the church)and if anyone in there right mind read them articles they can see there was no case against himit looked to me like propaganda for those who did not want this church to succeedthis has all become spiritual warfarethese people at this church are not blindedthe church survives but it is Gods willif in fact any of those issues were true the church would faulterbut in fact it is STRONGERone can truly see through what you are trying to presentit will all settle out in the end. Although Cornerstone Lead Pastor Matt Hagee. My reference is based upon years of experience. Were talking about the kingdom of God. In this December 2020 file photo, the Rev. But I want justice.. Service Times: Sunday: 10:00 am Thursday 7:30 pm 19 likes. That thiswas what Ihad hoped for and thought that it was.. Josh, is there any way you could post the Police Report from the Delta arrest? Above: Carolyn McDonald, Michelle Poulsen, Rachel Horvath, Jessica Spiesz, Ashley Scibilia, Joy McCullough. [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. I thought you were never coming back Julie. Let the mean rest? He has dozens and dozens of engagements annually. Aarum was neitherdefensive norapologetic, she said. You want to argue a point that is mute. 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. We can no longer afford silence while souls are being sifted like wheat with the help of false teachers. After telling police last year he'd been molested by a youth pastor at Cornerstone Fellowship Church in Mathews County, a 16-year-old boy got an unusual call, according to court testimony. By signing, you accept Change.orgs Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, and agree to receive occasional emails about campaigns on Change.org. JUSTICE FOR VICTIMS OF CORNERSTONE CHURCH TOLEDO. The Apostles in Acts gave everything they had to meet the needs of the members of their churches. 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. Your response shows how ignorant you are. What a childish statement. All Rights Reserved. Besides, Ive said repeatedly, (if you care to look), that God will deal with Pitts, and Im really sick to death of the whole thing. Toledo, Ohio. LOL, and youre not? 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 dont care if you let the mean rest. Contact Sarah at STADDEO@Gannett.com. 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. 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? caused Mohlers faith in Mahaney to waver on iota. 37 people like this. His final punishment: 14 days of house arrest with an ankle bracelet and a $500 fine. Please E-mail me. You cant even put your name on your post!! PLEASE SIGN THIS PETITION-WE WILL NOT REST UNTIL THIS "CHURCH" IS THOROUGHLY INVESTIGATED AND THEIR ACTIONS ARE BROUGHT TO LIGHT!! Like someone said above, we are growing and are much stronger. The bible says to bring your tithe into the storehouse and a blessing would be poured out on you. His final punishment: 14 days of house arrest with an ankle bracelet and a $500 fine. The Cstone app from Cornerstone Church connects you with everything that is happening. Hi Hayden!! We're always working on improving, thanks for . Finally, the prosecutors said they agreed not to file charges if Mr. Pitts would agree to counseling, which Mr. Smith said Mr. Pitts did. [1] Early life and career [ edit] Fourthly: 4 hours BEFORE the infamous arrest, a cornerstone member working at the blade was startled to see the headlines OF the ARREST printed BEFORE it ever happened!!! Sheexplained how it took months of therapy to realizethat herinteractions with Aarumdidnt happen because he loved her like a father. 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? Whats worse, public masterbation or being a murderer? My opinion. 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. Pastor Pitts has done more to further the kingdom of God and impacted more lives than you could ever hope to. He suggested they pray. Maybe the bucket passing a few years ago is what it was, and it got mixed up in the rumor mill.?? You may choose to wrap yourself in deception and lies and your bitterness like you obviously have, but you need to keep it to yourself. Why shouldnt a pastor live comfortable and drive a nice car? This is perplexing me. I just dont get it. 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 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. 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Charlton wrote here on RD back in March: Thesuit has been filed not only on behalf of the individual plaintiffs [8 at this point], but also on behalf of a much larger class of people allegedly abused as minors in SGM, who do not wish to come forward with their stories. 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. Anyway, yes, I noticed, as I said in one of my other posts, that his website has very little to do with God, and more about Pitts!! But in the middle of the hustle and bustle of your pathetic groveling, I hope you find Jesus. 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. Sunday Service. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Thats what bothers you! The people at Cornerstone are blinded to the truth because they worship him. Ive seen those same patterns. Last I checked, being arrogant and manipulative were not by-products of intelligence. In an interviewwith Buffalos WKBW-TV in March, Wayne Aarum told reporters he'd like to knowthe identities of thewomenwhoare accusing him ofimpropriety. (408) 315-6880. Read all 4 reviews . in any way. The statement was withdrawn after it drew widespread criticism. Glitz and showmanship don't hide their greed. 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. The deal threw out several charges of indecent exposure. 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. email me. But, I firmly believed I wasnt in a cult either.when I was involved. He was released over the weekend. Pitts recurring issues with liquor, sex and false teaching do not meet the standards. [5] As of 2005 it became the largest church in Northwest Ohio, with 4,000 members. Where are those stories? Alert: Bishop Michael Pitts and other vipers preparing to strike. Ive never questioned whether or not he sinned. Havent you seen the pattern? Though, there are false prophets that have tried to use God for their own gain, God always expose them in the end. The organizations legal counsel at the time, Julia Hilliker, a partner at major Western New York law firm Hodgson Russ LLP,investigated the initial abuse claims. 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. Several women, including McDonald and Ashley Scibilia, 37, of Grand Island, separately remember him touching their crotches or inner thighs over their clothes while sitting in semi-public areas. [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. Pastor Pitts hired some very fine attorneys and, in the end, all charges except for two criminal trespass misdemeanors were suddenly dropped. Sorry! During that time, Pitts was the only person in the city of Toledo, let alone Delta, driving a teal blue convertible Saab. Im sure you cant let this die.youre character is such that you must have the last word. This was shortly before the first arrest. The boys identified him in person, right there! [1], Michael Pitts was born in south Lima, Ohio, in 1964 to factory workers Eugene and Brenda Pitts. Are you pushed to bring people to church and invite so many per month? The focus is to keep people intimidated and blinded to the real issues. God Bless Pastor Pitts, Cornerstone Church, and all heares and doers of Gods word. LE, Pastor Pitts was IDd by the boys at night while the cops shined a flashlight into the cruiser. I think alot of other churches, have a problem with the mixed congregation. If you have answered yes to any of these questions its time to start questioning your leaders. [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.