Cornerstone Church is a biblically-based church that declares Jesus everywhere and leads believers in a life of resilient faith. Im sure your cousin is the only saved person that has contributed to this board. Let me know what happens this birthday! You want to argue a point that is mute. (except my cousin). Separate in the fact that it happened years prior to the much public criminal case. Yep, I think they are one in the same. I dont expect anyone to understand the blessings of being a child of Abraham. It went unchecked. If you are that concerned about a so called false-prophet or a church being led astray by false teachings then get on your knees and do some real intercession pray for this man and these people.oh and one more thingLord, you are awesome!! I hope you all will take a lesson and leave it alone. The people at Cornerstone are blinded to the truth because they worship him. 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. The ICOC Their breathalyzer machine there was broken, so troopers say Pitts provided a urine sample that was sent to Columbus for analysis. Data privacy and security practices may vary based on your use, region, and age. But I believe that people who give no grace to others better hope they dont ever need any. (oh, btw, for future reference, so your not emarassed again its spelled parishioner) Anyway. 48hr left. Firstly, many many individuals in the city of Toledo were and have been very unhappy about Michael Pitts once the church started to grow big. Get Involved. Fourteen womenacross the U.S.shared theirstorieson the record for this report;twoothers declined to share their names publicly but said they experiencedsimilarconduct. Michael was identified in Delta on the date of the offense and did attend his court approved sex counseling. Havent you seen the pattern? I just want to say thanks for posting these articles. Do you feel that you HAVE to be there every time the doors are open or youll be questioned as to why you werent? I think not. He demanded details and full eye contact. Officials did not press charges after Pastor Pitts agreed to seek counseling with a psychologist who sees sex offenders, they said. Georgie Silvarole/USA TODAY Network New York, Shawn Dowd/Rochester Democrat and Chronicle, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. But Im always available for any of you to talk to. Any attention on his perversion would jeopardize the flow on money which allow him to continue his upper echelon lifestyle. 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. Thankyou Doug! I cant make you think differently, nor can you make me. It sounds to me as if you could use what Pastor hasGod. 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? That didnt seem right. Why is it that any joe schmoe, who could have done the same things that Pitts did, and have the book thrown at him? Learn more. 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. FOR ALL THE MEMBERS OUT THERE I WAS CURIOUS WHAT HE SAID ABOUT THAT? So Ive been a little stressed with that lateley, thats why Ive been gone from this. So the people who were victim to the disgusting actions of Pitts, are just supposed to live with it? Protesters demand accountability for Cornerstone Church leaders accused of sexual misconduct 00:00 00:00 An unknown error has occurred The allegations were made by former and current members of. Shed resignfrom her position not long after, her emotions a mix of heartbreak andfrustrationasshe leftthe Ranch. You said it best, Pastor Pitts one of great teachers of Gods word in this generation, I invite you to attend Cornerstone and see for yourself. Dear IMpersonator, You need the Lords covering and to find a church that preaches His love and His true doctrines. He is married to Kathi and they have two children. Heres the link: You should read his Bio. Michael Pitts is an American pastor, preacher, and author. That could have been anyone to have seen Pastor pantsless. Pastor Michael Pitts spent nine daysin the Corrections Center of Northwest Ohio after state troopers pulled him over last December. :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). Youre defensiveness is coming out. The lawsuit against SGM, which fizzled out in the late spring due to statutes of limitations, alleged that church leaders, including Mahaney, had actively worked to protect multiple abuse perpetrators while harassing and intimidating victims into silence. Once again, my fault with Charasmania is that its beliefs are wrong, thus discounting its actions. Michael Pitts has a church that is growing AND winning souls for Chirst, he is feeding the hungry, hes building a world class ministry from Toledo Ohio. app is safe and it keeps me connected to what I need most, thank you Lord, https://pushpay.com/legal-center/privacy/. Others have expressed suspicion, nonchalance or patent disbeliefregardingwomens stories on social media, or in person at church meetings. It understands that as Christ unconditionally loved us so must we love one another. Is there an image trying to presented through the leadership to attact young, professionals to the church? Last year,Carolyn McDonaldfacedmembers of the Circle C Ranch boardandsharedherstorydirectly for the first time. 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. Did you see him doing the act.. MinistrySafes investigation, separate from Circle Cs independent investigation, first focused onallegations of abuseat The Chapel youth groupin the 1990s. 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!!! And others here. And while I appreciate your no-doubt informed thoughts on how the media operate, I might point out in the case of Pastor Pitts, he was charged with more than a dozen crimes by multiple jurisdictions. The media exaggerated a lot and the jokes were cruel = but where is Denny Shaeffer, the saved one, now? I can tell you for a fact a number of things. He was consecrated as a bishop by the International Communion of Charismatic Churches in 2009. What exactly is the Cornerstone Church Affiliation? It is what a person believes that makes him righteous. After the lawsuit against SGM was dropped, in fact, Mohler and two fellow evangelicals published astatement of supportfor Mahaney, calling him our friend and a vast influence for good. The statement claimed that Mahaney was not charged with any credible, serious, and direct wrongdoing. Thus, they wrote, we, along with many others, refused to step away from C.J. I think you perhaps mean undergraduate degree because Ive never heard of anything called an understudy degree. MinistrySafelawyer Kimberlee Norris spentmonthsinterviewingdozens ofvictims, witnesses and corroborating sources. They went on disability because insurance companies have a propensity to make you cancel with premium increases, and viola the government picked up their medical bills. Simply amazing. if he is guilty as charged, so be it, if not, so be it. You cant because hes notremember hes just a man and every man has the capacity to do evil. GEORGIE SILVAROLE, Tina Yee, NEW YORK STATE TEAM. A warrant isnt a subpoena (which you coincidentally also spelled wrong try the spell check again). Julie: I just liked seeing you going back and forth with Dan. I wish someone had opened my eyes and asked me these questions. 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. A warranted legal documentation requiring a subjects attendance at a hearing. Here you will find a variety of messages from Phil and Meredith Ryburn and the team at Cornerstone C. Lily, your bitterness is showing. If I got fired, who was going to stand in the gap?. I have always tried to do my best to help.. We are all very capable of doing very sinful things. He was identified by witnesses along with his automobile. I think anyone looking up the good pastor should have access to some information about his past, shall we say, issues. Georgie Silvarole is the backpack reporter for the USA TODAY Network in New York, covering everything from breaking news to feature pieces. As womensstories have piled up over the last year, thedevastatingeffects of Aarumstreatment of girlsare crystal clear to Ferrante. 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. Obviously, he is above reproach. I am poor, but I live in the realm of reality and dont deceive myself into thinking that God wants me rich. Its a vicious cycle of those individuals always feeling inadequate and that they have no faith. Ill have to ask some of my family who still attend if this happened. If its not to Gods glory, it would fail. Aarum declined to do a phone, Zoomor in-person interview. Pastor Pitts oversees aVAST NETWORKof churches throughout the country and outside the United States. 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. lots o people enjoy me lucky charms Circle C Ranch released its owninvestigation of the allegations at The Chapelon the Ranchs website in March 2021. They choose before they write which way they want it to go and than make things up to slant it in that direction! Cornerstone is impacting the city of Toledo in positive ways no matter what you think. 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. if you tell me your name Ill tell you mine! Also, Im not the one that is acting like this shining beacon of light like you are. The USA TODAY NETWORK asked for comment from five individuals whosupport the Ranch and the Aarums. Thats why you see nothing negative regarding him on the internet. God Bless You. But there was a significant amount of evidence that many people found quite convincing. I do believe in God. Take Care, Please do ask. Megachurches are usually terrible, this is no exception. Usually it can be issued by a judge or by the lawyer representing the plaintiff or the defendant in a civil trial or by the prosecutor or the defense attorney in a criminal proceeding. and Jesus says I never knew you, you workers of iniquity. 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. To invest in and support our ministry, visit http://cornerstonechurch.info/giving to make a. Pitts can petition state to get license back. But no, just because hes a pastor, he can do whatever he wants and get away with it. 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. I think alot of other churches, have a problem with the mixed congregation. so, if you didnt get that, it wasnt at all because she was not outgoing that I thought her snotty at all. The only people I am giving a hard time in this forum, are the idiots who are pretending to be him! Last time I checked, Dave, I wasnt trying to convince anyone I was a holy man who is the best route to understanding God. The CAC atBestSelf in Buffalo, New York brings together a multidisciplinary group of professionals to address child sexual abusein a child-centered environment. Of those, 21women alleging abuse and 27 individuals offering additional corroborating informationagreed to have their accounts reflected in the final report. I agree with Lily on the things that she compares with the Bible. I assure you I never studied law, Ive never issued warrants, or any of that nonsense. Kathy, Im not bitter at all. Others were less sure.. Finally, no one said he was exempt from sin. After all, they have been given the charge of teaching you the truth and will be accountable for it. Futhermore, you obviously did not really look into the Delta incident. Why am I bringing this up after the fact? Dave: All those Biblical types you mention acknowledged theyd done something wrong. The focus is to keep people intimidated and blinded to the real issues. The Holy Spirit is still present and active in the life of every believer through fruit and gifts. At the age of 14, Pitts felt called to become a preacher. 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. Jon Schuerholz, executive pastor at Cornerstone Church in Grand Island CarolynMcDonald's childhoodchurch was present, andpushed the board memberstotake action. In fact, if you call him Mike hell correct you and ask you to please call him Michael. $$ - $$$ Mexican Southwestern Latin. But then again, dealing with false teachers is never pleasant. Nothing. (www.cornerstonetoledo.com)Why dont you worry about your own walk and stop judging another mans servant if you want reference scripture. But in the middle of the hustle and bustle of your pathetic groveling, I hope you find Jesus. 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. hmmmmmmm thoughts to ponder!! hahahaha! (Ive heard Pitts say this from the pulpit). Patterns of predatory behavior emerged and grew more egregious as time passed. Matt Hagee, who is the lead pastor of Cornerstone Church in San Antonio, released a statement on November 18, 2021 regarding the controversial ReAwaken America Tour event that took place at his church last week. He told me, My son has a problem, hes an idiot, and hes going to ruin this camp if he doesnt stop, Ferrante said. Ferrante, now 36 and living in Rush, Monroe County,eventuallybecamea full-time program directorat the Ranch, andsaid herepeatedlywitnessedphysically intimate momentsbetween Aarum andteenage girls, sometimes in deserted or secluded areas. Thats the childish statement. Ive never said I thought he was arrogant or manipulative. 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. Why didnt the church fold? But for the record, I am a pastors wife. Not too long ago, I read something on The Toledo Blades web site about Pastor Michael Pitts of 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. Its not spiritual warfare, its the truth. Im not quite sure what to believe now. and called and tried over and over to contact the church (it was a service night)to let someone know. Furthermore, Pitts character is such that it makes it quite believable for me that he did it. His car was spotted near where several of the incidents occurred. Im also curious why everone at Cornerstone who does tithe isnt rich by now. First off, Pastor Michael has never preached or obviously practiced abstinence. The stage door is closed. This started a string of court cases that included the discovery of illegal activity and fraud by Mr Miller. Copyright 2023, Cornerstone Church. Did MIchael Pitts really post that Because if he did he cannot spell defamation of character. Call me funny but Pastor Pitts seems like a little more intelligent than that. We pastor a small church, (no, Im not jealous, I wouldnt want a large church, too much stress) and I have an incurable disease. New York State Domestic and Sexual Violence Hotline. Follow her on Twitter @Sjtaddeo. Check out his books on Amazon.com or in Barnes and Noble. In 2020, The Chapel hiredMinistrySafe,a consulting company supported bylaw firmLove & Norris thatprovidesthird-party investigations of abuse allegations in Christian ministries,to conduct an independent investigation into theclaims. Pastor Pitts pled guilty to trespassing. 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. Im sure your already looking into these things but hope I helped. Please accept my most heartfelt apologies, but Ill keep this up for people who have standards different than yours. His alleged penchant for public masturbation only became a story after he was facing criminal indictment. The people at Cornerstone are blinded to the truth because they worship him. and I thank You Lord!!!!!!!!!!!!! Everything with regard to the exposing incident was so questionable and especially the Delta arrest. He. I thought this forum died, if you have a problem with Pastor Michael Pitts, take it the Lord in prayer. All Rights Reserved. I do not care about your efforts to attack me, but you all need Jesus. Do his messages make you feel like you arent doing enough but you find yourself fretting over where youre going to find more time or how youre going to explain to loved ones why you have to spend even MORE time doing church-related things? Peter, the father of the church, denied Christ 3 times, tried to take off the high priest servents head, David was a murder, Abrham a liar, Simeon a zealot, so on and so on. 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. Pastor John Onwuchekwa's decision comes a year after Cornerstone Church received a $175K grant from the denomination to renovate its building. Its the same for all Christians. At the time of the Delta incident, Pitts was driving a teal blue Saab; which was identified by two boys. Look at OJ, just because he was aquitted doesnt mean I think he was innocent. He is a good teacher and preaches for ME to follow the word. Pastor Implicated in Sex Abuse Scandal is Back, Conservative Mag: Glenn Greenwald Hates America. [1], Michael Pitts was born in south Lima, Ohio, in 1964 to factory workers Eugene and Brenda Pitts. The year sincewould be punctuated by texts to McDonalds phone other womentellingher theyd been abused, too. Oh well. I happened to be attending the service right after Pastor P. had received the DUI. Unfortunately, there is no one to rebuke him sharply, openly and to his face until he repents. Pastor Pitts does exactly that. Your response shows how ignorant you are. What does that matter? 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. Example video title will go here for this video, Sentenced To Death: The murder that unsettled Arkansas. I have questioned if his indescrepencies subtract from the validity of his message.I guess that something you need to ponder upon. Im sure those that go looking for dirt on people find it amusing and helpful, however Ive learned if you go digging up the past all you get is dirty. To say the good pastors problems are a media invention is hopelessly naive. 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. I also think P.T. Are you being sarcastic or is that a compliment? Does this make him righteous? There have been patterns of sexual misconduct and perversion from ministers and associate pastors over the years when I was a member and before then. [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. None of the townspeople knew they were part of a scheme to rob them of their lives.