Tag: religious accountability

Ministry of Infrastructure Suspends Officials Amid Misuse of Funds Allegations; Justice Verdict Expected Soon

September 11, 2026

The Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport has taken decisive action by suspending officials indicted for misuse of their official position or authority. This suspension follows indictments filed by the Special Prosecution, highlighting allegations of financial…

Former Religious Nonprofit Executive Pleads Guilty to Fraud, Faces 10-Month Prison Sentence and Financial Restitution

September 10, 2026

A former executive of a religious nonprofit organization has been sentenced to 10 months in prison after pleading guilty to defrauding his employer. The 77-year-old, John Miller, admitted to charges of wire fraud, among others,…

Wisconsin DOJ Receives Over 100 Church-Related Abuse Claims Amid Statewide Investigation

September 9, 2026

The Wisconsin Department of Justice has received over 100 reports of abuse involving clergy and faith leaders since announcing a statewide investigation in April. These reports include allegations of abuse and concerns about how churches…

San Diego City Council to Vote on $10 Million Settlement Over Adopted Girl’s Death Involving Rock Church and City Officials

September 9, 2026

In a significant legal development, the City of San Diego and the Rock Church have agreed to a substantial settlement over the tragic death of 11-year-old Arabella McCormack. The settlement, totaling $21.5 million, addresses allegations…

Denver Church Sued Over Alleged Sex Assault of Student; Leaders Dispute Key Allegations

September 9, 2026

A lawsuit has been filed against St. John’s Lutheran Church and School in Denver, with allegations of mishandling a sexual assault case involving a former student. The lawsuit claims that the church and school officials…

Shincheonji Church of Jesus Denounces Government Investigations as Religious Discrimination Following Court Acquittals

September 8, 2026

Shincheonji Church of Jesus, a Christian organization founded in 1984 by Chairman Lee Man-hee, has voiced concerns over what it describes as religious discrimination through targeted government investigations. Despite a series of court acquittals, the…

“SF Church Leader’s Nonprofits Awarded Contracts to His Own Security Firm”

September 8, 2026

In San Francisco, a complex situation has emerged involving Bobby Sisk, a leader of nonprofits associated with Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church. Sisk, who oversees multiple nonprofits managing affordable housing properties owned by the church,…

Texas Assemblies of God Faces Financial Crisis Amid New Sex Abuse Lawsuit Allegations

September 8, 2026

The Assemblies of God in South Texas is currently facing a significant legal challenge that could have severe financial repercussions. A lawsuit filed in Harris County, Texas, on April 29, alleges that church leaders were…

Former Baptist University Professor Sues Baptist News Global Over Alleged Defamation in Sexual Abuse Reports

September 6, 2026

A former professor at Truett McConnell University has initiated a defamation lawsuit against Baptist News Global (BNG) over reports of alleged sexual misconduct. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District…

Long Hollow Baptist Church Lawsuit Enters Mediation Phase Amid Governance Allegations, Settlement Discussions Begin

September 6, 2026

The Long Hollow Baptist Church lawsuit, unfolding in Sumner County, Tennessee, has captured significant attention due to its implications for church governance and accountability. The case involves allegations of mismanagement and governance failures by the…