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. I just recieved this email from a friend. Keep your money in your pocket, since you have a better use for it. Pastor John Onwuchekwa's decision comes a year after Cornerstone Church received a $175K grant from the denomination to renovate its building. if it is true it will happen again. Oh, looks like I stuck a nerve. You people need to pick up a Bible and get a church home, instead of judging someone that is following God will for his life. Appreciate the feedback. 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. Why is it that since he has a big church, hes doing great things? Check out his books on Amazon.com or in Barnes and Noble. This number is based on the percentage of all Tripadvisor reviews for this product that have a bubble rating of 4 or higher. God takes care of His own Lily, I think youd better remember that and to finish that statement you can look to the Bible! All rights reserved. Im sure your cousin is the only saved person that has contributed to this board. Then, in 2012,Elle Campbell, a staff member and youth leader at The Chapel,went tocurrentLeadPastor Jerry Gillisabout a concerning incident between a youth group member and Aarum at Snow Camp. I was a real prick. After all, they have been given the charge of teaching you the truth and will be accountable for it. Religion Dispatches is your independent, non-profit, award-winning source for the best writing on critical and timely issues at the intersection of religion, politics, and culture. Do you have a system of discipling or spiritual guidance your expected to seek? PANTAGRAPH FILE PHOTO (408) 315-6880. All Rights Reserved. Why is it that any joe schmoe, who could have done the same things that Pitts did, and have the book thrown at him? Please E-mail me. . hahahaha! So the people who were victim to the disgusting actions of Pitts, are just supposed to live with it? A bishop must be blameless, with a good report both within (from the church) and without (the community). And you will only know on the last day what a difference this conference made. But he saved his greatest praise for Al Mohler, President of the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, architect of the conservative revolution in the Southern Baptist Convention, and the top-billed speaker at the conference. John: To contradict your statement, the following was taken from the article posted in the TOLEDO BLADE on Sunday, November 30, 1997. 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. His final punishment: 14 days of house arrest with an ankle bracelet and a $500 fine. The request was deniedbecause both state and county child abuse reports are confidential. In early 2021, The Chapelheld a members-only meeting to sharesome of the findingsand to announce the church wassuspendingall activities and financial ties to Circle C Ranch. Unbeknownst to them, they were talking to his UNCLE!!! Thats a biblical principal. [22], In August 2000, Pitts was charged with a DUI. [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. Ive set under Pastor Pitts teachings for over 6 years now and I see him as the Billy Graham of our generation. There will be false prophets, and we are never to follow man, but God only. 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. 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. Example video title will go here for this video, Sentenced To Death: The murder that unsettled Arkansas. 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. Rest assured that he makes far more from his speaking engagements and book royalties than his salary from cornerstone. Circle C Ranch wouldultimately determinethe initial allegationswere false through its own internal investigation. This was shortly before the first arrest. Im not speaking of an arrest warrant, which is not actually issued by a judge. Afterward he recieved a standing ovation. Maumee, OH, United States JUSTICE FOR VICTIMS OF CORNERSTONE CHURCH TOLEDO Numerous people have come forward over the past twenty years alleging sexual abuse, harassment, exploitation, and assault from high ranking ministers at Cornerstone Church. In an interviewwith Buffalos WKBW-TV in March, Wayne Aarum told reporters he'd like to knowthe identities of thewomenwhoare accusing him ofimpropriety. And NO alibis for ANY of the sitings! 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. Carolyn McDonald was one of the first women to make the Circle C board aware of her abuse allegations, in the form ofanemailonOct. 6. We are all gone out of the way. So I dont care that I am gossiping, besides Im not a pastors wife therefore I am also not bound by this imaginary code of behavior. Pitts is not exempt from sin because hes carries the title of Pastor or Apostle or because he built a multi-million dollar organization. Do I need to prove this is really me, NO, because it doesnt matter. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Religion from Reed College, where he wrote his thesis on Christian Worship Music. Sights & Landmarks, Churches & Cathedrals. If people want to support Pastor Pitts, so be it. How sad. ****There is soooo much more I could tell you about people and facts and craziness, but it would be a book****** No matter how broken and desperate you are, He is still a miracle-working God. Its so easy to stand outside a situation and form opinions based on the malarky that the media puts out there, as well as the gossip of others. 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? Ultimately false doctrine will lead to sinful actions, no doubt. Hes just a man. Where in the Bible do you get that we are supposed to withdraw from those who preach prosperity? Do you have any idea what the tithes and offerings are for a 4,000 member church? In skits at church and later at Circle C, he played Jesus. 38 people follow this. Say what you will. So, yes, then when she heard I was a pastors wife, she then said that she was, and told me who she was. Hes more focused on speaking to asset owners. Pastor Michael was never conclusively identified at any of the locations of his charges. Cornerstone Church (Maumee) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go. JUSTICE FOR VICTIMS OF CORNERSTONE CHURCH TOLEDO. . Thankyou Doug! It is obvious that the Delta incident did occur. Although I find posting here quite enjoyable. The Cstone app from Cornerstone Church connects you with everything that is happening. Like someone said above, we are growing and are much stronger. Since his last name is not pitts, they didnt know he was related to him. Let me know what happens this birthday! He stood in harms way to protect Gods people, he faced death and peril to protect Gods peoplehe was righteous. You want to argue a point that is mute. youve got to be kidding me you really are a beacon of light Julie, Um, who said that? When I first came on, I was in awe of theAarums, said Smith, referring to Wes Aarum Sr. and his wife, Margaret. 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. I dont even have to examine the fruit in your life to know thats more than what youve done. I dont want to sound crass or rude, but what on earth is the point of posting those articles on your site? In fact, Pastor Pitts is ministering more now than ever. BUT ANYONE WHO SAYS, YOU FOOL! WILL BE IN DANGER OF THE FIRE OF HELL. When reached by phone, Hilliker said she could not comment on what her recommendations were orwhether they were accepted or rejected by the board. The year sincewould be punctuated by texts to McDonalds phone other womentellingher theyd been abused, too. whats one more sin I guess if I find you all Ill have to Get prayed over BY Pitts for whiping your asses and getting you fired like Toledos Denny S 92.5 FM your next. I gotta say, Im overwhelmed by the fact that so many Christians would rather gossip about the past and put down and talk trash about a congregation or minister of the gospel. on Mr. Pitts. Getting caps on your teeth is no different. your both pussys please tell me where you live and work so we can meet. So there are two possibilities: 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. We pastor a small church, (no, Im not jealous, I wouldnt want a large church, too much stress) and I have an incurable disease. What does that matter? 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! It quickly evolvedto include allegations of Aarums abuse at Circle C Ranch, all of which were ultimately included in the investigations findings. Michael Pitts will, Im sure, be more than happy to tell them about the good things Cornerstone does. Sorry, I do buy it. If he is one who strays from the path he will eventually answer for it. It understands that as Christ unconditionally loved us so must we love one another. [26], International Communion of Charismatic Churches, "Cornerstone's pastor elevated to higher rank", "Rev. I wouldnt personally want to go to his church, but I sure do wish people would be more concerned about taking care of pastors and familys of smaller churches, rather than making sure that The Big Guys get the bells and whistles. In fact he apologized and said there was no excuse. Jesus I love youthank You Lordthank You Lordyes yesthank You Lord.bless your wonderful wonderful loving saving redeeming powerful name!!! It reminds me of a movie I saw once about a traveling vampire circus. He wasnt drunk. He left his position at the Ranch in 2011. He resigned from the boardsoon afterward, he said. [6] In 1998, Cornerstone Church purchased WDMN, an AM radio station in Toledo, and sold it in 2012. 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. Oh by the way, I attended Cornerstone from 1986 to 2000. You also claimed that Michael Pitts offered no explanations for his actions, but only excuses. If the city of Toledo had viable evidence againt Pastor Michael why would they have offered him a plea down. Cornerstone is aggressivly moving the kingdom forward, why dont you check out one of their live services online? That is why he was not found guilty of ANY of them. I left after the drunk driving incident because there was no true remorse from Michael for the ordeal that he put his members through. Other women alleging abuseat Aarums handssaidthey're not considering filing civil lawsuitsat this time. Unless the church needs it, Pastor Pitts doesns ask us for it. Let God handle him. I just know that we, all Christians, are to set an example. I completely agree with you. in any way. The statement was withdrawn after it drew widespread criticism. Ive never said I thought he was arrogant or manipulative. I think you need to know more than what Pitts and Clan want you to see in the saftey of the congregation. Pastor goes all over the world teaching and preaching to not only congregations, but to Pastors and Ministers. Your right, I do know nobody is perfect including myself, michael pitts and you. Pastor Pitts oversees aVAST NETWORKof churches throughout the country and outside the United States. (Its in Maumee, a Toledo suburb.) alot of those individuals were other pastors/priests in the city and alot were in a city/government office or political office. 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? Juliejust an FYIPitts birthday is the end of August. Thank you for making that information available to me. David stood for the goodness of God toward his people. The people at Cornerstone are blinded to the truth because they worship him. 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. 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. 'I was so young': Former Circle C Ranch staffer discusses effects of abuse. There was also no mention of the fact that, in 2000, he was convicted of driving while intoxicated He must be brushing up on his law. If youd like, please call our office on 419-725-5000 with suggestions. The annointing is bigger than one person, there are many members of Cornerstone that are bless with nice things. Immediately following the purchase, several area pastors complained that their shows had been pulled from regular programming. Save. Where did the pastor go? That has been my point. Apparently Josh is too busy to check this forum any longer. You should read his Bio. and Jesus says I never knew you, you workers of iniquity. You have never heard Pastor Michael say anything like not tithing will send you to hell. Jesus is the only thing that sends you to heaven and not knowing him is the only thing that sends you to hell. I have never intentionally said or done anything to hurt anyone, Aarum said. Just as God saw fit to birth his son the first time through imperfection, he is still using imperfection to bring his Son to this generation. How are offerings handled? 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. I never saw him in the same light after that dream. Nobodys perfect, you should know that! The effects of Aarums actionshave grown, spawning a black hole that consumedthewomenslives, they said,andrippedapart personal relationships and church alliances in the close-knit Christian community in Western New York. Pastor Michael Pitts spent nine days in the Corrections Center of Northwest Ohio after state troopers pulled him over last December. CEO of M.A.P.S. 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. 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. 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. Thats why they will go to Pitts pleasure palace and parade around for the sheeple to snap pictures of them and utter nonsensical religious platitudes. This is the foundation of Pitts message to his congregation. Well I amy also be surprised your a pastors wife seeing as you gossip on an online forum about other pastors wives. By the way, its Michael, not MIchael easy isnt it.. Many ofthose womenwould later spend years in therapyto erase traces of emotional entanglement with him. You are right, I notice something about Toledo Area. Id settle down on the f word if I were you. The fact is that God cammanded us to tithe so thats that. He demanded details and full eye contact. The bible says to judge someone by his fruit. ABOUT US CHURCH APPAREL WATCH NOW GIVE More ABOUT US; CHURCH APPAREL; WATCH NOW; GIVE; ABOUT US . I do believe in God. and I thank You Lord!!!!!!!!!!!!! He was in town he was arrested on the day of incident. The USA TODAY NETWORK asked for comment from five individuals whosupport the Ranch and the Aarums. I dont care if you let the mean rest. But I believe that people who give no grace to others better hope they dont ever need any. According to Randy Fancher, a board member at the time,Hilliker's recommendations, relayed viaa meeting with board members and later in a thread of emails to board members, were that Aarum resign permanently and be replaced,and that the board be restructured to add more non-family members. [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. After the lawsuit against SGM was dropped, in fact, Mohler and two fellow evangelicals published a. for 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. Also attorneys dont issue warrants, judges do. Stay Connected. And I know that the Lord sees him as His beloved son and He is very well pleased with him. He just pleged another 750 million over the next five years. My Cornerstone. But you dont have to be bamboozled. Like hello peoplethats 10% to the churchNOT the pastor! The trooper said he smelled alcohol, and did a field sobriety test. If anything they are a by product of intelligence. This, and only this, is the belief that God accepts as righteous. [1], Michael Pitts was born in south Lima, Ohio, in 1964 to factory workers Eugene and Brenda Pitts. So, what, exactly, does Michael Pitts teach and expect from you as a member of his church? Is that your fruit dropping to the ground? LOL . Go Denny!! Simple as that. with that said, youre right.