(Roxanne Stone – Religion News Service) A former Hillsong NYC staff member has come forward with allegations that the megachurch’s former pastor Carl Lentz subjected her to “bullying, abuse of power and sexual abuse” over the course of seven years … Continue reading
“The position Houston took echos what former NYC pastor, Carl Lentz, stated last year–that he may be open to affirming homosexuality and abortion in the future. Hillsong has a history of being less-than-conservative on homosexuality. In 2014,…” (Reformation Charlotte) Hillsong Church–a … Continue reading
WARNING: Discussion of the assault Hearing that Houston outted her, Crenshaw told the Daily Mail, “This is an incredibly victimizing and heartbreaking response to receive from someone I held as my dear pastor for so many years…” (Protestia) In an ironic … Continue reading
“Hillsong has hosted Roman Catholic masses, has put on literal circus performances, held sleazy Christmas performances and paraded scantily clad women across the stage, and featured a “naked cowboy” at a women’s conference followed by a “naked Santa” at another conference. It’s easy … Continue reading
“While the troupe dances, you’ll notice that they have the same hand and finger positioning as the goddess, as depicted in the portraits, statues, and graven images of her. There is also a large lotus featured prominently in the background … Continue reading
(Protestia) Hillsong Church is no stranger to controversy when it comes to their Christmas productions, most of which feature lascivious displays of writhing flesh and poor choices, resulting in Hillsong frequently deleting the videos so as to avoid criticism. In … Continue reading
“Houston also touched upon how the Hillsong churches in the US have been “hit hard” by a series of scandals.” (Protestia) In a stunning move, Hillsong Church Global Senior Pastor Brian Houston and his wife Bobbie announced Sunday morning that … Continue reading
“Hillsong has hosted Roman Catholic masses, has put on literal circus performances, held sleazy Christmas performances and paraded scantily clad women across the stage, and featured a “naked cowboy” at a women’s conference followed by a “naked Santa” at another conference.” (Jeff … Continue reading
“I am writing to you today because of several stories circulating online alleging a serious abuse of trust — the misuse of church funds by Hillsong Church employees…” (Protestia) Hillsong Global Senior Pastor Brian Houston sent a letter to members … Continue reading
(Protestia) Hillsong Church is gearing up to meet their financial maker, becoming the defendants in a series of lawsuits over breaches of contract and damages, according to a series of recently filed suits against the scandal-ridden Australian megachurch. On this … Continue reading
In a roundtable discussion on Thursday, which is open to the public, Caine will join Islamist, Dalia Mogahed and Jewish professor, Amy-Jill Levine and will be, according to the registration website, “discussing the topic of religion in public square, the … Continue reading
“He would have all church meetings at St. Balmain so he could use the church card for his business, Any time he’d meet with friends, or go out to lunch, so long as they’re talking about church, that’s considered a … Continue reading
The group claimed in the letter that there are only “vague or absent sexual harassment/sexual assault” policies at the church, and that the organization fosters a “culture of silence and fear.” (Mark Siegler – Page Six) Hillsong staffers used the church … Continue reading
“I would argue that the history of Hillsong is also crucial, in that it offers yet another example of what happens when powerful church leaders cut their denominational ties and set up their own shops, complete with an education system, … Continue reading
(Protestia) We wrote to you earlier that an audio recording between Hillsong founder Brian Houston and Church executives has leaked, revealing that disgraced Pastor Carl Lentz, who cheated on his wife with model Ranin Karim, had engaged in multiple sexual … Continue reading
“But oh, for the believers behind the scenes who know the sin that is going on in the background, it is just so devastating. And every time another pastor is found out, especially one who used his power and the … Continue reading
“Apart from the news of Laura’s termination, the aforementioned article deals with more details of Lentz affair with NY designer Ranin Karim, such as their propensity to drink tequila and talk all night.” (Protestia) With the news of woke pastor … Continue reading
“I have no knowledge of the Christian world, I’m Muslim. He told me the most beautiful women come from the Middle East and we kept talking from there. We walked and talked more for a little bit and exchanged numbers. He … Continue reading
(Protestia) Senior Pastor Carl Lentz has been terminated from his position at Hillsong Church, NY, and disqualified from the ministry, with he and his wife Laura leaving the Church. Founding pastor Brian Houston informed staff and members in an email … Continue reading
“I find it extremely difficult to reconcile…the acceptance that contradictory beliefs can all be from the same God, as a work of the Holy Spirit. [Darlene Zschech] refers to it as “different characteristics, faces, tastes, and giftings.. yet a DNA … Continue reading
“This is basic Christianity 101. This is theology at it’s simplest form. These are not difficult concepts to be wrestled with. It’s not like we’re plumbing the depths and offering a defense of supralapsarianism or unpacking a treatise on the … Continue reading
“Bethel is even far more nefarious than even Hillsong. We’ve written tons of material on Bethel. In one article, we expose a Bethel pastor who says that he once met Jesus and Jesus asked him for forgiveness. In another article, we show how … Continue reading
“The idea of the conference is to bury the distinctions between biblical Christianity and other false churches, particularly the Roman Catholic Church and the New Apostolic Reformation — nothing new for Chan.” (Jeff Maples – Reformation Charlotte) In January, Hillsong … Continue reading
“Notice how Marty Sampson’s Instagram statement of unbelief imports the exact “true to me right now” sentiments Hillsong’s music has taught our churches to sing about what they believe for years. Their music style mimics the spirit of the age: … Continue reading
“Of course it’s not surprising to see that description given by Phil Pringle – given these ‘major (super) apostles’ have long been claiming an ‘apostolic anointing’ for themselves.” (Churchwatch Central) Invited to preach at a recent Hillsong service, Phil Pringle described his … Continue reading