By Gwen
Posted Aug 1, 2026 at 12:37 PM
FBI is investigating a secretive Christian sect after disturbing child sex abuse allegations emerge from former members.
The Two by Twos (2×2) or The Church with No Name, known for its “workers” who visit members’ homes, faces scrutiny over widespread abuse claims.
ABC News’ year-long investigation reveals hundreds of individuals were sexually abused as children within the organization.
Dozens of alleged victims, spanning at least 34 states and recounting abuse dating back to the 1950s, came forward to share their experiences.
Former member Sheri Autrey alleges she was abused repeatedly by a 28-year-old minister while she was just 14.
Autrey described the psychological manipulation she endured, being accused of having a bad spirit or devils interfering for questioning her alleged abuser.
According to Autrey’s research paper, the alleged abuser, Steve Rohs, told her not to tell her parents and promised protection if she remained silent.
Autrey’s parents informed an overseer, Eldon Tenniswood, about the claims, who subsequently wrote Rohs warning him that the acts constituted a felony.
Rohs denied the accusations in his letter, claiming only consensual intimate contact occurred and that he took steps to pray for forgiveness.
Despite the FBI investigation and numerous allegations, Steve Rohs has not faced criminal charges.
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