Tag: church_abuse

A Former Mormon Bishop Arrested on 18 Felony Charges of Child Sexual Abuse

July 27, 2026

A 76-year-old former bishop has been arrested on 18 felony charges, all involving allegations that he sexually violated children under his care while serving in a position of trust for the Church of Jesus Christ…

Former Louisville Priest Pleads Not Guilty to New Child Sex Abuse Charges

July 27, 2026

A former Louisville priest has pleaded not guilty to new child sex abuse charges, marking a significant moment in the ongoing pursuit of justice for past wrongs. The allegations against Joseph Mouser, 86, date back…

Church Elder Arrested, Admits to Repeated Sexual Assault of Young Child

July 27, 2026

A church elder in Winthrop Harbor was arrested after admitting to repeatedly sexually assaulting a child, beginning when she was as young as six years old. The victim, who is under 13, described the abuse…

Police Appeal for More Victims as Senior London Church Figure Convicted of Sex Crimes

July 27, 2026

A former church deacon and youth group leader has been convicted of sexual offences against four young men over a period of more than 40 years. The conviction highlights the need for vigilance and accountability…

Judge Reduces Bond for Former Deacon Indicted on Aggravated Unlawful Photography Charges

July 27, 2026

A former deacon at Abba’s House has been indicted on 15 counts of aggravated unlawful photography after court documents revealed he secretly recorded a naked teenager in his home. The charges stem from photos taken…

Priest Accuser Hopes Texas Conviction Prevents Further Abuse

July 27, 2026

A woman who accused a Roman Catholic priest of repeated adult, criminal clergy sexual abuse expressed hope that his recent Texas conviction would prevent him from victimizing others. She described how church officials failed to…

Religious Preacher Arrested for Molesting 12-Year-Old Girl in Church

July 27, 2026

Authorities in Thoothukudi, India, have taken action against a religious preacher accused of sexually abusing a 12-year-old girl within a church setting. The incident has sparked concerns about the safety of minors in religious institutions…

Preacher Arrested on Molestation Charges

July 27, 2026

A South Carolina preacher is being held without bond in Livingston Parish, Louisiana, accused of molesting a child. The alleged abuse occurred when Doug McDaris, 74, lived and worked in the state, serving as pastor…

Church Leaders in Minnesota Church Community Failed to Report Child Abuse

July 24, 2026

ProPublica and the Minnesota Star Tribune uncovered a disturbing pattern of child sex abuse within the Old Apostolic Lutheran Church community in Duluth, Minnesota. Church leaders enabled Clint Massie, who pleaded guilty to sexually abusing…

Houston Youth Pastor Arrested for Alleged Child Exploitation, Raising Concerns Over Trust and Community Safety

July 8, 2026

Kingdom News Brief: A youth pastor in the Houston area has been arrested and faces multiple charges related to child exploitation, including possessing child pornography and promoting possession of a child-like sex doll. The charges…