than to poke my nose in the buisness of one man. I have to say tooI Love Denny Schafer. The dumbest things ever blurted out by San - San Antonio Current I just move to area when all that stuff was going on, I really didnt understand why. I think Pastor Pitts is very annointed visionary that was sent by God. Can you not read, or do you need pastor Pitts to help you read as well as explain scripture to you. 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. Im down-trodden that we have found a place to BB-Q those who try to serve a living God. The bible says to judge someone by his fruit. By joining, or logging in via Facebook, you accept Change.orgs Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Cornerstone Church - YouTube the blade does not have the final say so in our lives, nor does pitts, P.T. He sent back a report indicating that he believed Mr. Pitts was no longer a danger to repeat the kind of conduct that happened at the park, Mr. Smith said. I know one year Pastor Banks initiated a birthday donation for Pitts and they actually did pass around the buckets. I am a part of the pitts family and reading this has been both hilarious and very very sad. FOR ALL THE MEMBERS OUT THERE I WAS CURIOUS WHAT HE SAID ABOUT THAT? I dont say these things lightly, I say them because Ive witness muchmuch more than youd ever know. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. Cornerstone is impacting the city of Toledo in positive ways no matter what you think. Copyright 2023, Cornerstone Church. Over the next 8 years the church invested over $800,000 into the station, eventually purchasing 37% ownership. How can God bless Someone if they are living in Sin? At least as of a few years ago, he was living in a half-million-dollar home on 30 acres, wearing designer duds, and driving a Cadillac. Today, far too many called Christian clergy are spiraling headlong into perdition. One of those happen to be Do not take the Lords name in vain. So, I assure you, I am not imagining anything. A urine test confirmed Pitts was legally drunk although he told the court he only drank two glasses of wine. 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? Why shouldnt a pastor live comfortable and drive a nice car? There are organizations and resources to help you. Oh, looks like I stuck a nerve. and Maumee). Do you have a system of discipling or spiritual guidance your expected to seek? 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! Thats a biblical principal. Does this make him righteous? Similar indecent exposure charges in Wauseon and Toledo were thrown out. Save. We give as unto the Lord and we do it for Him, not just for our church. hmmmmmm, woulda never pegged her for a pastors wife, until I was actually told who she was. did ya miss me?? The public indecency charge was dropped on January 15, 1998 when Judge Francis Gorman of the Toledo Municipal Court ruled that the statute of limitations had expired for the initial event. again, I also read Lilys posts. Image: Courtesy photo . And. Eastview Christian Church leaders promise review amid allegations of Michael Pitts (@bishoppitts) / Twitter Pitts recurring issues with liquor, sex and false teaching do not meet the standards. So why are you still there if the Bible commands to withdraw from those that preach inerrant doctrine? Not someone who looked like Pastor Pitts the good man himself, driving his own car! Well, I Googled Pastor Pitts, and I was surprised to find that there was no mention anywhere on the Internet of his alleged indiscretions. Based upon his preachings, the whole congregation should be multi-millionaires. 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. [1], In 2015, Pitts commenced monthly revival services in San Jose, California. Please let this die. Mahaneys former flagship church, Covenant Life, gave an additional $15,000 to SBTS. 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!! We let the media in that Thursday night. Our Story - Cornerstone Church Why cant we all do the same. Carolyn McDonald alleges Wayne Aarum physically and emotionally abused her, including touching her crotch over her clothes and barging into her bedroom while she was in her underwear, while she was on staff at Circle C Ranch from 2006 to 2008. Jeffrey Swinger for the USA TODAY NETWORK. Pastor Pitts was never linked to any of the park episodes. In an email to aUSA TODAY NETWORK reporter on April 28, 2021, Aarum said: I have never had any sexual interaction with anyone other than my wife. 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. So the people who were victim to the disgusting actions of Pitts, are just supposed to live with it? Hey, anonymous: I guess no one reads my writing except you, who keeps coming back to my site five times a day to leave anonymous comments calling me gay and asshole. And if you find out if the other was true. Cornerstone Church (Maumee) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go. 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. He was identified by witnesses along with his automobile. The church is very huge and the people seem nice but a little clicky which isn't ideal. I happened to be attending the service right after Pastor P. had received the DUI. MAUMEE -- A local pastor convicted of drunk driving is back home. No one is going to pray in his name. He played dumb, Ademasaid. If you have anything to say thats worth while, and arent afraid to share your name and not be a coward. The Chapel, where Aarums brother Wes Aarum Jr.was a pastor until he resigned in early 2021,is attended by about 5,000 people. Theyformedfriendships around their desperation to see their stories taken seriouslyby leaders at the Ranch. 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. You can unsubscribe at any time. Cornerstone Church Toledo Sex Abuse Lawsuits - Facebook Please accept my most heartfelt apologies, but Ill keep this up for people who have standards different than yours. The judge was SOOOO MAD! Do I need to prove this is really me, NO, because it doesnt matter. You see, Pastor Michael Pitts was charged with several counts of exposing himself to strangers. The truth is that God holds us and judges us and makes us accountable for our actions. MinistrySafelawyer Kimberlee Norris spentmonthsinterviewingdozens ofvictims, witnesses and corroborating sources. His parents were raised attending church regularly. My opinion. 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. 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! "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. That should tell people something right there. It detailed the Ranchsdenial of the allegationsand called the data found by theMinistrySafe investigationessentially meaningless.. Im not trying to critize, just inform you. A legal warrant. What restaurants are near Cornerstone Church? In this instance, your years of experience isnt as valid as youd wish. The specific authority in this case would be applied to the owner of this forum. (except my cousin). 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. Thank goodness!!! I dont care if you continue this forum about me. Jennifer Adema,now 42 and living in Salt Lake City, Utah, alleges she wasinappropriatelytouched by Aarum onmissionstrips and at The Chapel in the 1990s. Cornerstone Church - Gay Christian Movement Watch That is simply an aspect of the case that has been passed along and like a game of telephone; the truth has been warped so uniformly that most believe the lie. (obviously this is paraphrased) Dont be blinded by the charisma of this man. I believe it was MLK that said the most segregated day in America is Sunday. I left after the drunk driving incident because there was no true remorse from Michael for the ordeal that he put his members through. Ill pray for you Matt. Yes, all these incidents do subtract from the validity of his message. Like I said, I cant make you think differently, nor can you make me. Other wise, get over me. Contact Sarah at STADDEO@Gannett.com. Absolutely furious. How are church leaders selected? His kids dont defame people for all the world to see. Members are told to shut up and follow him, and believe me that's what they do. I can tell you for a fact a number of things. BTW I happen to know Pastor Michael Pitts didnt go to college. Two young men step out. Your gossip bone must have got the best of you. PS before I go. You are right, I notice something about Toledo Area. Dear IMpersonator, In the end, she doesnt control what happens to Aarum, she said. In a May 7, 2021, email, Aarum said there were occasions, such as when problems arose at the Ranch, when he wouldhaveto enter a space where a female counselor is present.. As T.F. I do believe in God. I also think P.T. Id settle down on the f word if I were you. How to they do it? Have you ever listened to him? I personally know that this man is SO narcissistic that he had a dental work overhaul done when Cornerstone first came to townbecause he thought his messed up teeth didnt project the proper image!! Members are told to shut up and follow him, and believe me thats what they do. Eddie Long is trending gay affirming and fancies himself a religious Donald Trump. Unbeknownst to them, they were talking to his UNCLE!!! The bible says to bring your tithe into the storehouse and a blessing would be poured out on you. LOL, hes out using his Understudy degree!! I was a member there for a number of years with my family then I attended alone because my husband refused to go back. Non the less, Free speech is allowed unless it causes the defamation (sorry for the previous quirk, spell check is a genious) of character in more than verbalized, and reserved form, or prevention of potential income. How is Charlotte this time of year, anyway? Thanks for your review. They asked him what dirt can we create on Pastor Michael Pitts? they wanted to smear him. The request was deniedbecause both state and county child abuse reports are confidential.