By Philip Phi
Posted Aug 15, 2026 at 4:01 PM
In a significant development, U.S. prosecutors have announced sex-trafficking charges against Apollo Carreon Quiboloy, the founder of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ, The Name Above Every Name (KOJC), and other church officials. The indictment, spanning 74 pages, alleges that girls and young women were coerced into sexual activities with Quiboloy, who is also a close friend and adviser to Filipino President Rodrigo Duterte.
The charges expand on previous allegations against three church administrators based in Los Angeles. According to federal prosecutors, the indictment outlines a scheme where church members were brought to the United States using fraudulently obtained visas. These individuals were allegedly forced to solicit donations for a fictitious children’s charity, with the proceeds funding the lavish lifestyles of the church leaders.
The latest indictment adds Quiboloy and five other defendants to an existing indictment filed in 2020. While three of the new defendants were arrested on Thursday, Quiboloy and two others are believed to be in the Philippines. Lawyers for the new defendants have not yet been identified, and the Philippines embassy has not responded to requests for comment.
The indictment details how Quiboloy and two other defendants recruited females aged 12 to 25 as personal assistants, referred to as “pastorals.” These individuals were reportedly required to prepare meals, clean residences, provide massages, and engage in sexual activities with Quiboloy during “night duty.” Quiboloy, who refers to himself as the “Owner of the Universe” and “Appointed Son of God,” is followed by millions of Filipinos and has been a spiritual adviser to Duterte.
As the legal proceedings unfold, this case underscores the importance of accountability and justice within religious institutions. It serves as a reminder of the biblical call to seek justice and mercy, as highlighted in Micah 6:8, urging believers to act justly and love mercy. This situation also emphasizes the need for vigilance and care for victims, aligning with the biblical principle of loving one’s neighbor as oneself, as stated in Luke 12:48.
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