Tag: religious_institution

California Megachurch Leader and Grandparents Charged with Murder and Torture in Death of 11-Year-Old Daughter

July 27, 2026

A California megachurch leader and her parents have been charged with murder and torture in the death of their 11-year-old daughter, Arabella McCormack, according to the San Diego County Sheriff’s Office. The charges include murder,…

Renton Youth Pastor Arrested on Alleged Molestation and Voyeurism Charges

July 27, 2026

A former youth pastor at Highlands Community Church has been arrested on suspicion of second-degree child molestation and first-degree voyeurism, both serious felonies. The suspect, Derek Nelson, was taken into custody as he left work…

Archbishops Apologize to Abuse Victims as Bishop Charged with Child Rape

July 27, 2026

A bishop in England has been charged with two counts of rape involving a female under 16, following an allegation made to police. The offences are alleged to have taken place in Staffordshire between February…

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…

NC Pastor Charged with Over 100 Counts of Sex Offenses Against Children

July 27, 2026

A western North Carolina preacher has been accused of more than 100 counts of felony sex offenses against children, bringing serious allegations against a church leader (Micah 6:8). The charges include 80 counts of indecent…

Phoenix Pastor and Church Indicted in $60 Million Medicaid Scam

July 25, 2026

A Phoenix pastor and his church have been indicted in a sprawling Medicaid fraud scheme that allegedly siphoned $60 million from Arizona’s public health system, according to an indictment released by the Arizona attorney general’s…

Right-wing Christian worship leader faces life in prison for child sex crimes

July 24, 2026

Zach Radcliff, a worship director at Oakwood Church in Michigan, now faces nearly 60 charges of child sexual abuse and internet-related crimes, following a preliminary hearing. His alleged misconduct spans back to 2014, with accusations…