Tag: financial exploitation

Former Priest Charged with Allegedly Stealing Over $740K from Churches and Mother in Pennsylvania Investigation

September 9, 2026

A former priest, Gregory Allen Madeya, was arrested in Vero Beach, Florida, on August 14, following allegations of embezzling over $740,000 from multiple churches, his Catholic community, and his mother. The Pennsylvania Office of Attorney…

Former Priest Charged with Stealing Over $740K from Churches and His Mother

August 19, 2026

Gregory Allen Madeya, a former Ukrainian Catholic Church priest, has been charged with the theft of over $740,000 from churches, the Knights of Columbus, and his own mother. The 69-year-old Florida resident faces charges in…

Embezzlement Cases Highlight Growing Concerns Over Church Financial Accountability

August 7, 2026

In recent years, embezzlement has emerged as a significant challenge for churches and Christian ministries worldwide, undermining the integrity of financial systems and eroding the trust that is foundational to the faith. The Center for…