He is just a man. That access, and Aarums presence as anauthority figurein a Christian setting,helpedfoster the girls'spiritual and emotional dependence on him, clearing the way for further manipulation and inappropriate behavior, said Cheryl Chambers, a licensed mental health counselor with Christian Counseling Ministries of Western New York. Michael Pitts will, Im sure, be more than happy to tell them about the good things Cornerstone does. If these things are true ( which only God and Pastor Pitts really know ) then we should be protecting him. Youre not Michael Pitts. Yeah rightall he can do for me is lead me down the wrong path. 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. Aarum maintains that there were no complaints about hisinteractionswith youth group students during his tenure atThe Chapel or in the decade afterward, he said in an April 28 email. But I know, your not mad in the slightest. Lily, your bitterness is showing. If you are an currently an enabler of Michael Pitts, I urge you to immediately discontinue sowing seeds (aka giving him money), attending his conferences or warming the benches at his local theater church. 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. Your gossip bone must have got the best of you. 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. It looks like we have some Christian potty mouths in here. What I think we must look at iswhat makes a False Teacher (or Apostle) false, his actions or doctrine? I cant make you think differently, nor can you make me. Your hilarious. Hes more focused on speaking to asset owners. The nature and content of Mohlers stack was apparently so moving Mahaney devoting 190 words to it and to Mohlersworld-class gifts.. (The Pitts camp claims the officials are lying.). MinistrySafes investigation, separate from Circle Cs independent investigation, first focused onallegations of abuseat The Chapel youth groupin the 1990s. 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. God Bless You. Who did you get that fromyour imagination? This number is based on the percentage of all Tripadvisor reviews for this product that have a bubble rating of 4 or higher. He left his position at the Ranch in 2011. Oh, and Hayden, thanks for giving your name. The bible says to bring your tithe into the storehouse and a blessing would be poured out on you. I assure you I never studied law, Ive never issued warrants, or any of that nonsense. Maybe you should go to Cornerstone and break your impoverished mindset. THEY HAVE DAMAGED COUNTLESS PEOPLE AND CONTINUE TO PREY ON VULNERABLE MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY!! You are right, I notice something about Toledo Area. The specific authority in this case would be applied to the owner of this forum. Just wanted to throw that in there. The suit alleges that the potential additional victims are too many to be included as individual plaintiffs in the suit because SGMs leaders have cultivated an environment conducive to and protective of physical and sexual abuse of children., (Note: The lawsuit itself can be readhere, though I cannot emphasize enough how triggering and generally upsetting it is.). 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). She is no longer representingCircle C Ranch. Those aernt free. Youre defensiveness is coming out. 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. LASTLY: I am a family member, and I know him well. So many things in those cases didnt add up. It is not pastor Pitts efforts that will make him righteous, nor mine or yours. And I know that the Lord sees him as His beloved son and He is very well pleased with him. Nice, but no mansion. Pastor Pitts oversees aVAST NETWORKof churches throughout the country and outside the United States. Pastor Michael Pitts spent nine days in the Corrections Center of Northwest Ohio after state troopers pulled him over last December. And, I am orginally from Cleveland, and the Blade is the worst newspaper in the State. PS before I go. The MinistrySafereportgiven tolocalChild Protective Services in2021 outlined that the company hadfoundevidence of an ongoing pattern of manipulation and intimacy between Aarum and teenage girls. There will be false prophets, and we are never to follow man, but God only. Circle C Ranchpublishedmultiple statementson itswebsitein recent months,doubling down on the argument that Aarum has never acted inappropriately with teenage girlsin any pastoralrole. Those who didnt fit the type boys and plain-looking or heavier-set girls wereoftenignoredorbrushed off, said Ferrante and McDonald, whom Ferrante said he often saw inone-on-one conversationswith Aarum. One can still see what a wonderful teacher he is. So, what, exactly, does Michael Pitts teach and expect from you as a member of his church? I think you need to know more than what Pitts and Clan want you to see in the saftey of the congregation. It understands that as Christ unconditionally loved us so must we love one another. HeyCleveland.com, Denny Schaffer wasnt fired.he was promoted to WSPD. That is why he was not found guilty of ANY of them. TOLEDO, OH - This will not be easy on the eyes. Similarly, if anyone wants to read an article written by Josh Benton they could visit the DMNs website. All Right, all right, I never said I was a shining beacon of light. And my family is better because of it! I have a hard time believing Pastor Pitts would have done those things and continue to minister. 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). We, as Christians ALL have a code of behavior we are to follow. Despite these efforts to raisethe alarmabout Aarumsbehavior,he remains in his position as president at Circle C Ranch as of spring2021, a role in which he has spentconsiderable time with adolescent staff members. If you have anything to say thats worth while, and arent afraid to share your name and not be a coward. LOL, hes out using his Understudy degree!! Others were less sure. If youd like, please call our office on 419-725-5000 with suggestions. 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. Sorry, I do buy it. And since for some reason, you are having a hard time with me, and I dont want to cause you to stumble, Im leaving this forum. Say what you will. All Rights Reserved. Pastor Pitts does exactly that. The Chapel, where Aarums brother Wes Aarum Jr.was a pastor until he resigned in early 2021,is attended by about 5,000 people. [18], On September 18, 1997, Pitts was arrested on charges of exposing himself to passing motorists near Oak Openings Metropark in Swanton, Ohio. These environments are often helped by a network of oblivious, passive or complicit supporters or followers who dont report the perpetrators actions, saidMinette Drumwright, a professor and researcher at the University of Texas at Austin who has studied workplace harassment. In 2005, the church filed for a restraining order to halt its attempted sale by then owner, Lamaree Marty Miller. Whats worse, public masterbation or being a murderer? I can tell you, that is NOT Godly. I dont say these things lightly, I say them because Ive witness muchmuch more than youd ever know. He does great things for lots o people!!! If you have answered yes to any of these questions its time to start questioning your leaders. 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. Look people, if Pitts WASNT guilty, why did he plea bargain with a sudden deal? The ICOC 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. Share this story. I have questioned if his indescrepencies subtract from the validity of his message. Secondly: The majority of the sitings of indecent exposure were DOCUMENTED days of OUT OF THE COUNTRY travel of the pastor. He played dumb, Ademasaid. I thought Jesus completed the law and prophets yet you quote it to support your prosperity message. You must be dumb as a stump to miss that one. 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. It detailed the Ranchsdenial of the allegationsand called the data found by theMinistrySafe investigationessentially meaningless.. 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 2020, The Chapel hired MinistrySafe, a consulting company supported by law firm Love & Norris that provides third-party investigations of abuse allegations in Christian ministries, to conduct. There have I been flattering enough. All Im doing here is making sure that people who are interested in the church have full access to information about it. Its funny that redneck Carty Finkbeiner could get less media coverage for all his real crimes. Do I need to prove this is really me, NO, because it doesnt matter. Dont waste your time or money with this church. Ive never said I thought he was arrogant or manipulative. Speaking of spelling incorrectly, this is a forum, not a firum. However, I dont need the copy to know its true. The CAC atBestSelf in Buffalo, New York brings together a multidisciplinary group of professionals to address child sexual abusein a child-centered environment. Joe Schmoe would be hated in the community and locked up. 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!!! Your post is very attacking to the point of threatening. This info was disclosed via tape recordings to the defense and they were ready to use it. What good is all this gossiping and backstabbing doing the Kingdom of God? You think they were convinced of his innocence? Other women alleging abuseat Aarums handssaidthey're not considering filing civil lawsuitsat this time. Save. If you dont feel like you can approach a leader, why not? I didnt know that was a relatively new church to this area at the time. 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. Cornerstone launches as the Downtown Campus 2019 Phil and Meredith Ryburn installed as Lead Pastors Privacy Policy Download Our App Careers Contact Us 1520 Reynolds Rd Maumee OH 43537 hello@cornerstone.church 419.725.5000 Copyright 2023, Cornerstone Church. 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. Improve this listing All photos (14) Top ways to experience nearby attractions Self Guided "Detroit's Spirit and History" Solo Walking Tour 4 Vengeanceis the Lords, Ademasaid. 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. Futhermore, you obviously did not really look into the Delta incident. What a joke. lily you smell like shit. I really cannot imagine anyone as high profile, in the city of Toledo at least, cognoscentely exposing themselves to some kids. Rob Shryock is an author, journalist and editor of the Religion blog "God Is Sometimes Great." Just because your poor doesnt mean you should have anything against the message of tithing and blessing. Officials did not press charges after Pastor Pitts agreed to seek counseling with a psychologist who sees sex offenders, they said. Michelle Poulsen and Joy McCullough allege Wayne Aarums physical and verbal behavior toward them was inappropriate and abusive while they were youth group members at The Chapel in the late 1990s. He stood in harms way to protect Gods people, he faced death and peril to protect Gods peoplehe was righteous. I am a member and was when these incidents occured. People imperonating others is in fact fraud, but more than this the word of God says, and I quote, touch not mine annointed and do my prophets no harm. By the way I did hear pitts say that along with the whole chruch that day. I have no doubt that Cornerstone does many wonderful things. Pastor Pitts was IDd by the boys at night while the cops shined a flashlight into the cruiser. Megachurches are usually terrible, this is no exception. He ran his hands over her shorts and up her thigh,toward her crotch, andslidhis fingers against her outer labia. Cornerstone Church is a biblically-based church that declares Jesus everywhere and leads believers in a life of resilient faith. I dont need to see the act to know its true. LOL . His next arrest was the very public exposing incident, in which the majority of charges were dropped and Pitts plead guilty to trespassing. Nice try whoever you are. If you notice on his website there is no mention of Jesus. [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. Another thing how ignorant are you to say somthing about paying 10% of your income to Pastor Michael. It reminds me of a movie I saw once about a traveling vampire circus. 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. 38 people follow this. (www.cornerstonetoledo.com)Why dont you worry about your own walk and stop judging another mans servant if you want reference scripture. Just was surprised when she told me who she was! Like hello peoplethats 10% to the churchNOT the pastor! Reviewed July 21, 2020. princess1075, Willoughby, Ohio. 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. ABOUT US CHURCH APPAREL WATCH NOW GIVE More ABOUT US; CHURCH APPAREL; WATCH NOW; GIVE; ABOUT US . 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? I have questioned if his indescrepencies subtract from the validity of his message.I guess that something you need to ponder upon. Do you have any idea what the tithes and offerings are for a 4,000 member church? Suggested duration 1-2 hours Suggest edits to improve what we show. I just hold Gods name in high esteem. Ron, being accquited in this country doesnt really mean to much. Georgie Silvarole is the backpack reporter for the USA TODAY Network in New York, covering everything from breaking news to feature pieces. This coverage is only possible with support from our readers. How are offerings handled? I think you perhaps mean undergraduate degree because Ive never heard of anything called an understudy degree. I think we should left God be the judge, because you should be very careful with talking bad about people God calls. Former camp staffersand youth group members sayWayneAarum hada reputation for being boththe cool guyand the sensitive, serious type; some had a deep aversion to him. Everything is just a gray area.. Google any of these vipers and you will see who they slither around with. Sarah Taddeo is an Enterprise reporter for USA Today Network's in New York, covering consumer affairs and statewide news. I DONT THINK ANYONE IS WILLING TO BOTHER GETTING THE DELTA REPORTTHEY WOULD RATHER BASE THEIR OPINIONS ON RUMORS. He said in a May 7 email thathe followed Ranch policies, except in emergency cases in which men and women may have to have physical contact. 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. The Cstone app from Cornerstone Church connects you with everything that is happening. I think it is socially and morally irresponsible to represent yourself as someone else, even if your intentions are good. Carolyn McDonald recalls the latewinter night in 2007 when, she says, Aarum pinned her 17-year-old body to a church pew inside the Circle C Ranch camps onsite chapel. Is the harvest less than the seed? Arent you afraid? A USA TODAY NETWORK investigation found thatAarum, 55,touchedat least 16teenage girls inappropriately, some on multiple occasions, according to their firsthand accounts. Try reading the 6th chapter of I Timothy that says withdraw thyself from those that preach godliness is a source of gain. Its all about them and what they can do for me. I guess members of Cornerstone have enough faith to get saved but not enough faith to get rich. Women whoallege inappropriate interactions withWayne Aarum as teenagers,manyof whom did not know each otherthen,gave nearly identical accounts ofhiscommon phrases andactionstowardthem. Im sure your already looking into these things but hope I helped. And. Cornerstone Church, Maumee, Ohio. Your a joke. Besides that, I was telling the truth. Also a fact I would assume the Pator knows. Thanks. 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. Data privacy and security practices may vary based on your use, region, and age. If he were a real man, he would step back and let people cool off, before he started running his empire again. In the months following, additional charges from other locations were added. After all thats what they teach isnt it, if you give enough youll get rich? Cmon, how stupid would he have to be? Oh by the way, I attended Cornerstone from 1986 to 2000. Ive been to Cornerstone, have you? This is the foundation of Pitts message to his congregation. Is there an image trying to presented through the leadership to attact young, professionals to the church? Who cares what kind of outward gifts he gives. Josh, is there any way you could post the Police Report from the Delta arrest? Hes the only one that will never have his character tainted or be caught doing public perversions. Or is that just a oversight to twist scripture to support a false doctrine? As far as thinking the people were walking in funny ummm I guess I can believe you were once a member of a cult. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Unfortunately, because your review is generic and your username is vague, we dont have any way of following up to make things right. 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. Officials did not press charges after Pastor Pitts agreed to seek counseling with a psychologist who sees sex offenders, they said. Fourteen womenacross the U.S.shared theirstorieson the record for this report;twoothers declined to share their names publicly but said they experiencedsimilarconduct. 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. 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. 11 hours ago, - Aarum was neitherdefensive norapologetic, she said. 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. alot of those individuals were other pastors/priests in the city and alot were in a city/government office or political office. 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. You mentioned that Pastor and his family live in a home that costs 1/2 millions of dollars. Is that your fruit dropping to the ground? And so he handed out the sentence that he did because he knew he was innocent and he hated that fact. How is Charlotte this time of year, anyway? Pastor Pitts has done more to further the kingdom of God and impacted more lives than you could ever hope to. Marjorie Taylor Greenes Red/Blue National Divorce Looks an Awful Lot Like a Confederate Flag, Can Rage Fuel the Struggle for Justice? First off, I dont go to his church nor have I ever attended or given him any money. In multiple letters and meetingsover the past year,The Chapel pastors haveimploredthe board ofCircle C Ranchtohear and consider the womens allegations.
