Former Oakview Baptist Church Pastor Arrested in Livingston Parish on Molestation Charges

A South Carolina preacher is being held without bond in Livingston Parish following accusations of child molestation. The alleged abuse occurred while Doug McDaris was living and working in Louisiana, specifically connected to his time as pastor of Oakview Baptist Church in the area.

McDaris, who is now a pastor at New Beginnings Church in Six Miles, South Carolina, was arrested in Pickens County after a warrant was issued by the Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office. His arrest highlights the ongoing issue of accountability within religious leadership.

He was extradited from South Carolina to Louisiana and booked at the Livingston Parish Detention Center. This process underscores the legal obligation to address such claims, regardless of the individual’s current ecclesiastical position.

He faces two counts of molestation of a juvenile. While one charge allows a $100,000 bond, the second charge has led to his detention without bond. The severity of the allegations is reflected in the judicial response.

The case stems from the alleged molestation incident during his tenure in Livingston Parish, emphasizing the need for institutions to protect minors as (Micah 6:8) instructs. It calls for confronting injustice and safeguarding the vulnerable.

This situation demands transparency and justice, urging the church and community to ensure accountability for their leaders. As (Ephesians 5:11) warns, darkness must be exposed, and responsibility acknowledged.

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