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MinistryWatch PodcastEp. 421: Dr. Michael Brown, Bob Jones University, and PCUSA Decline ContinuesOn today’s program, author and teacher Dr Michael Brown of the radio program Line of Fire has agreed to a third-party investigation after being accused of sexual impropriety. We’ll have details.
And, we remember two anniversaries this week—the release of a GRACE investigation into Bob Jones University and their handling of sexual abuse cases, and the fall of Mars Hill Church. We take time to reflect on both—lessons learned and where things stand now.
Plus, overall membership in the Presbyterian Church USA continues to fall—except among people who identify as genderqueer. We’ll take a look.
But fi...2024-12-1328 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 429: Morningstar Dispute Settled, Bill Hwang Sentenced, and T.D. Jakes UpdatesOn today’s program, MorningStar Fellowship Church in South Carolina reaches a settlement with York County after a decade-long dispute over Heritage Tower—a building originally owned by Jim Bakker’s Praise the Lord Ministries. We’ll have details.
And, Christian philanthropist Bill Hwang was sentenced for a $10 billion fraud. We’ll take a look.
Plus, another Christian college is on the ropes. Saint Augustine’s University in North Carolina slashes its workforce by 50% in its fight to retain accreditation.
But first, a week after suffering a dangerous health incident during a Sunday morning church service, Bishop T.D. Jakes updated his...2024-12-0630 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 415: Missionary Murder for Hire, Archbishop of Canterbury ResignsOn today’s program, the wife of slain missionary Beau Shroyer has been arrested in connection with his death—investigators suspect she hired the man she was having an affair with to kill her husband. We’ll have details.
And, a Pennsylvania church trying to disassociate from the Evangelical Presbyterian Church has been charged for sharing information with MinistryWatch. We’ll take a look.
Plus, South Carolina pastor John-Paul Miller—whose wife Mica Miller died by suicide earlier this year—has been hit with an assault charge just days after FBI raided his house.
But first, the Church of England head Justice...2024-11-1520 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 411: Hillsdale College, GRACE, Operation Underground RailroadOn today’s program, a lawsuit against Hillsdale College has been dismissed after students alleging they were raped sued the college for Title 9 violations. We’ll have details.
And, the nonprofit Godly Response to Abuse in the Christian Environment—known as GRACE for short—turns 20 years old. We’ll look back at where they started—and where they’re going.
Plus, those subscriptions you forgot your paying for?...A new law will make it easy for you to unsubscribe, but it could also impact the recurring gifts to Christian ministries.
But first, Operation Underground Railroad…who continues distancing itself from its embroiled fo...2024-11-0126 min
Leylines8. Welcome Home, Dr. HarborSeries Finale. With the fate of the world hanging in the balance, the gang confronts catastrophe. The Harbor brothers make a costly sacrifice. Created by Kerrod Williams Episode 4 was written by Kerrod Williams and directed by Rachel Music Starring: Christopher J. P. Smith as Ethan Christopher Gebauer as Milo Jessica Cannizzaro as Abigail Nick Reinhardt as Noah and Alyssa Mann as Cameron McCall Featuring: Matt Horn as Sawyer Sound Design by Katharine Seaton Original Music composed by Michelle Sudduth Recorded, Mixed and Mastered by Evan Chambers Produced by Simone Kisiel Associate Produced by Maximilian Clark Executive Produced by the Good...2024-10-1519 min
LeylinesWelcome Home, Dr. HarborSeries Finale. With the fate of the world hanging in the balance, the gang confronts catastrophe. The Harbor brothers make a costly sacrifice.Created by Kerrod WilliamsEpisode 8 was written by Kerrod Williams and directed by Rachel MusicStarring: Christopher J. P. Smith as EthanChristopher Gebauer as MiloJessica Cannizzaro as AbigailNick Reinhardt as Noahand Alyssa Mann as Cameron McCallFeaturing: Matt Horn as Sawyer & Danielle Beckmann as Ellie...2024-10-1522 min
LeylinesGlittergateA stolen cassette tape reveals the heartbreaking collateral damage of Dr. Harbor’s research. In the present, Abigail proves she is not to be trifled with.
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Created by Kerrod Williams. Episode 6 was written by Robin Rose Singer and directed by Rachel Music. Starring Jessica Cannizzaro as Abigail, Alyssa Mann as Cameron McCall, Danielle Beckmann as Ellie, and Jamie Lujan as Dr. Harbor. Featuring Matt Horn as Sawyer, Gloria Tsai as Young Ellie, Keiko Shimosato Carreiro as Ellie's Mom...2024-10-0119 min
LeylinesGlittergateA stolen cassette tape reveals the heartbreaking collateral damage of Dr. Harbor’s research. In the present, Abigail proves she is not to be trifled with.|| Join our Discord, or support us on Patreon for ad-free episodes, early access, and our feature-length omnibus episode!Created by Kerrod WilliamsEpisode 6 was written by Robin Rose Singer and directed by Rachel MusicStarring:Jessica Cannizzaro as AbigailAlyssa Mann as Cameron McCallDanielle Beckmann as Ellieand Jamie Lujan as Dr. Harbor...2024-10-0119 minLeylines6. GlittergateA stolen cassette tape reveals the heartbreaking collateral damage of Dr. Harbor’s research. In the present, Abigail proves she is not to be trifled with. || Join our Discord, or support us on Patreon for ad-free episodes, early access, and our feature-length omnibus episode! Created by Kerrod Williams Episode 6 was written by Robin Rose Singer and directed by Rachel Music Starring: Jessica Cannizzaro as Abigail Alyssa Mann as Cameron McCall Danielle Beckmann as Ellie and Jamie Lujan as Dr. Harbor Featuring: Matt Horn as Sawyer Gloria Tsai as Young Ellie Keiko Shimosato Carreiro as Ellie's Mom Meghan Falcone as Young Mi...2024-10-0117 min
Leylines6. GlittergateA stolen cassette tape reveals the heartbreaking collateral damage of Dr. Harbor’s research. In the present, Abigail proves she is not to be trifled with. Join our Discord, or support us on Patreon for ad-free episodes, early access, and our feature-length omnibus episode! Created by Kerrod Williams. Episode 6 was written by Robin Rose Singer and directed by Rachel Music. Starring Jessica Cannizzaro as Abigail, Alyssa Mann as Cameron McCall, Danielle Beckmann as Ellie, and Jamie Lujan as Dr. Harbor. Featuring Matt Horn as Sawyer, Gloria Tsai as Young Ellie, Keiko Shimosato Carreiro as Ellie's Mom, Meghan Falcone as Young Mil...2024-10-0117 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 401: Steve Lawson, Steve Morgan and The Network, and Vince BantuOn today’s program, longtime pastor Steve Lawson was removed as pastor of Trinity Bible Church in Dallas over an ‘inappropriate relationship’ with a woman...now, ministries are dropping the author and teaching fellow as ripples of his affair spread. We’ll take a look.
And, devastated families share stories of being cut off by adult children involved in The Network—an association of churches started by Steve Morgan. We’ll have details.
Plus, two prominent pastors announce their plans for retirement.
But first, Fuller Seminary Professor Vince Bantu is being accused of a secret second marriage. Covenant Seminary in St. Louis, M...2024-09-2729 min
Leylines5. TrademarkWith a fiasco only narrowly averted, the gang is scattered and loyalties are tested. The danger is drawing ever closer, and the enormity of the ley line phenomenon becomes clear. || Join our Discord, or support us on Patreon for ad-free episodes, early access, and our feature-length omnibus episode! Created by Kerrod Williams Episode 5 was written by Christopher J. P. Smith and directed by Rachel Music Starring: Christopher J. P. Smith as Ethan Christopher Gebauer as Milo Jessica Cannizzaro as Abigail Nick Reinhardt as Noah Alyssa Mann as Cameron McCall Featuring: Matt Horn as Sawyer and Sam Gasch as Hendry Sound...2024-09-2419 min
LeylinesTrademarkWith a fiasco only narrowly averted, the gang is scattered and loyalties are tested. The danger is drawing ever closer, and the enormity of the ley line phenomenon becomes clear.|| Join our Discord, or support us on Patreon for ad-free episodes, early access, and our feature-length omnibus episode!Created by Kerrod WilliamsEpisode 5 was written by Christopher J. P. Smith and directed by Rachel MusicStarring: Christopher J. P. Smith as EthanChristopher Gebauer as MiloJessica Cannizzaro as AbigailNick Reinhardt...2024-09-2420 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 398: Bible Society of India, Alistair Begg, Morningstar FellowshipOn today’s program, the former president of Bible Society of India has been arrested for financial corruption related to his position at another ministry…raising questions about how he handled finances at the Bible Society. We’ll take a look.
And, an Illinois pastor has made it his mission to provide his community access to healthy food…by setting up a low-cost grocery store in a food desert.
Also, Alistair Begg announces his 20-25 retirement.
But first, Morningstar Fellowship Church in South Carolina is facing two more lawsuits that are alleging sexual abuse. Two more lawsuits have been filed against...2024-09-2027 minLeylines4. ArtificeAfter the Scotland portal spits them out in an unexpected destination, Milo, Ethan, and Abigail must use their wits and memory to rejoin the group. The Harbor brothers’ differences threaten their entire experiment. Created by Kerrod Williams Episode 4 was written by Chrisopher J. P. Smith and directed by Rachel Music Starring: Christopher J. P. Smith as Ethan Christopher Gebauer as Milo Jessica Cannizzaro as Abigail Nick Reinhardt as Noah Featuring: Gloria Tsai as the Pilot, Matt Horn as Sawyer, and Keiko Shimosato Carreiro as Dr. Kihara Sound Design by Katharine Seaton Original Music composed by Michelle Sudduth Recorded, Mixed and Ma...2024-09-1721 min
LeylinesArtificeAfter the Scotland portal spits them out in an unexpected destination, Milo, Ethan, and Abigail must use their wits and memory to rejoin the group. The Harbor brothers’ differences threaten their entire experiment.|| Join our Discord, or support us on Patreon for ad-free episodes, early access, and our feature-length omnibus episode! ||Created by Kerrod WilliamsEpisode 4 was written by Chrisopher J. P. Smith and directed by Rachel MusicStarring: Christopher J. P. Smith as EthanChristopher Gebauer as MiloJessica Cannizzaro as Abigail...2024-09-1724 minLeylines3. Take HeidThe search for “Her” leads to Lowell, and then Scotland, as the gang forges a tenuous alliance with Cameron. The nature of ley lines takes an otherworldly turn as questions mount. Created by Kerrod Williams Episode 3 was written by Nick McMurdy and directed by Rachel Music Starring: Christopher J. P. Smith as Ethan Christopher Gebauer as Milo Jessica Cannizzaro as Abigail Nick Reinhardt as Noah Featuring: Meghan Falcone as Dakota Keiko Shimosato Carreiro as Mrs. Murray Matt Horn as Sawyer, and Neill Fleming as Malcolm Sound Design by Katharine Seaton Original Music composed by Michelle Sudduth Recorded, Mixed and Mastered by E...2024-09-1021 min
LeylinesTake HeidThe search for “Her” leads to Lowell, and then Scotland, as the gang forges a tenuous alliance with Cameron. The nature of ley lines takes an otherworldly turn as questions mount.Join our Discord, or support us on Patreon for ad-free episodes, early access, and our feature-length omnibus episode!Created by Kerrod WilliamsEpisode 3 was written by Nick McMurdy and directed by Rachel MusicStarring: Christopher J. P. Smith as EthanChristopher Gebauer as MiloJessica Cannizzaro as AbigailNick Reinhardt as Noah...2024-09-1022 min
Josie's Lonely Hearts ClubJosie Presents: LEYLINESFrank is out of town, but he's left Joanne some instructions, so everything is certain to go smoothly.Season 4 will be in your feeds Wednesday, Oct 2nd. To keep you satisfied, our offering this week is Episode 1 of LEYLINES, the new sci-fi audio drama from Good Story Guild. Head to Episode 2 here, or join our BRAND SPANKIN' NEW PATREON for access to ad-free episodes, episodes of Josie's a whole week early, and a super-special package in our Discord.***It's been one year since Dr. Anthony Harbor's experiment caused a blast...2024-09-0422 min
Leylines1. Do You Trust Me?One year after a disastrous experiment orphaned brothers Ethan and Milo, a mysterious discovery brings the unlikely pair together to piece together the work that claimed his life and their childhoods. Created by Kerrod Williams Episode 1 was written by Kerrod Williams and directed by Rachel Music Starring: Christopher J. P. Smith as Ethan Christopher Gebauer as Milo Jessica Cannizzaro as Abigail Nick Reinhardt as Noah Additional voices by: Gloria Tsai and Jesse Burch Sound Design by Katharine Seaton Original Music composed by Michelle Sudduth Recorded, Mixed and Mastered by Evan Chambers Produced by Simone Kisiel Associate Produced by Maximilian Clark...2024-09-0320 minLeylines2. Who is "Her?"On the heels of a momentous discovery, Milo and Ethan join Abigail and Noah to unravel the clues Dr. Harbor left behind. Their search is interrupted - first by a billionaire, then by shadowy government forces. Created by Kerrod Williams Episode 2 was written by Robin Rose Singer and directed by Rachel Music Starring: Christopher J. P. Smith as Ethan Christopher Gebauer as Milo Jessica Cannizzaro as Abigail Nick Reinhardt as Noah Additional voices by: Gloria Tsai and Jesse Burch Sound Design by Katharine Seaton Original Music composed by Michelle Sudduth Recorded, Mixed and Mastered by Evan Chambers Produced by Simone...2024-09-0317 min
LeylinesWho is "Her?"On the heels of a momentous discovery, Milo and Ethan join Abigail and Noah to unravel the clues Dr. Harbor left behind. Their search is interrupted - first by a billionaire, then by shadowy government forces.|| Join our Discord, or support us on Patreon for ad-free episodes, early access, and our feature-length omnibus episode!Created by Kerrod WilliamsEpisode 2 was written by Robin Rose Singer and directed by Rachel MusicStarring: Christopher J. P. Smith as EthanChristopher Gebauer as MiloJessica Cannizzaro as...2024-09-0319 min
LeylinesDo You Trust Me?One year after a disastrous experiment orphaned brothers Ethan and Milo, a mysterious discovery brings the unlikely pair together to piece together the work that claimed his life and their childhoods.|| Join our Discord, or support us on Patreon for ad-free episodes, early access, and our feature-length omnibus episode! ||Created by Kerrod WilliamsEpisode 1 was written by Kerrod Williams and directed by Rachel MusicStarring: Christopher J. P. Smith as EthanChristopher Gebauer as MiloJessica Cannizzaro as AbigailNick Reinhardt as...2024-09-0321 minLeylinesLEYLINES premiers Sept 3rd, 2024Good Story Guild Presents: LEYLINES Premiering September 3rd, 2024 *** It began with disaster... It's been one year since Dr. Anthony Harbor's experiment caused a blast that ruptured the foundations of MIT, destroyed his reputation, and cost him his life. Now, estranged brothers Ethan and Milo Harbor come together to uncover the mystery of their father’s work. Weaving science fiction and spirituality, Leylines is an adventure across the globe as the Harbor brothers confront billionaires, the US government, and each other to save their father and Earth as we know it. Created by Kerrod Williams Directed by Rachel Music Written by Ni...2024-08-2201 min
LeylinesLEYLINES - TrailerGood Story Guild Presents: LEYLINES Premiering September 3rd, 2024*** It began with disaster... It's been one year since Dr. Anthony Harbor's experiment caused a blast that ruptured the foundations of MIT, destroyed his reputation, and cost him his life. Now, estranged brothers Ethan and Milo Harbor come together to uncover the mystery of their father’s work. Weaving science fiction and spirituality, Leylines is an adventure across the globe as the Harbor brothers confront billionaires, the US government, and each other to save their father and Earth as we know it.Created by Ke...2024-08-2201 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 384: Dave Ramsey, Andrew Wommack, Gordon CollegeOn today’s program, new life breathed into a lawsuit against Dave Ramsey’s company. A former employee claims he was fired for not sharing Ramsey’s religious beliefs on how to handle the COVID-19 pandemic. We’ll take a look at the court’s latest ruling in the case.
And, a Southern Baptist pastor in Florida faces a minimum sentence of life in prison without parole over harrowing child abuse allegations—but new state laws also mean the death penalty is on the table.
Also, Andrew Wommack announces plans to pass the baton to new leadership at Charis Bible College in C...2024-08-1626 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 381: Clint Pressley, Pastors and Politics,and Vineyard AnaheimOn today’s program, after a slew of controversies, Southern Baptists chose a low-key leader. We take a closer look at new SBC President Clint Pressley. And, Pastors and politics—legally, what are churches and other Christian nonprofits allowed to do when it comes to this year’s presidential campaign?
We also highlight the results are in from our summer survey of top ministry executives. They tell us their biggest challenges—and hopes for the future.
But first, a former youth volunteer for Vineyard Church in Anaheim, California, has been sentenced to more than 120 years in prison.
The producer for today’s...2024-08-0927 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 379: Liberty University, Steven Furtick, Robert Morris, and MoreOn today’s program, Liberty University reaches a settlement with former president Jerry Falwell Jr. after years of back-and-forth lawsuits between the two parties. Now, they say they are putting the past behind them. We’ll have details.
A small university in North Carolina is beating the odds…while other Christian colleges face closure, this school is thriving. We take a look at what they’re doing.
Also, Steven Furtick’s Elevation Church released its annual report—the Charlotte-area church saw revenue of more than $108-million in 2023.
The leadership at Gateway Church continues its shakeup following revelations that its founding pastor Rober...2024-08-0229 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 374: Matt Chandler, Robert Morris, and Former Christian Billionaire Bill HwangOn today’s program, Village Church Pastor Matt Chandler is under fire after his church hired a man who, in the past, was convicted of child sexual abuse. That man was his father. We’ll take a look.
Also, Robert Morris—the Gateway Church pastor accused of abusing a young girl starting when she was 12 years old—is having his radio and tv programs canceled…and is receiving no severance after resigning from his posts. We’ll have details.
And, the closure of another Christian college—the Florida campus of Johnson University is shutting down after low enrollment made it no longer sust...2024-07-1925 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 372: The Village Church Restructures, Another Christian College Closes, California SBC Lays Off StaffOn today’s program, a South Carolina church is facing fallout after it became known that its pastor is a registered sex offender for abusing a minor. Leaders knew when they hired him, but didn’t alert members. We’ll have details.
And, years ago a handful of Dallas-area churches that started as multi-site campuses of The Village Church transitioned to becoming independent churches as part of a church-planting initiative. We checked in to see how they are doing.
Plus, another Christian university is shuttering its doors due to financial hardship. We’ll take a look.
But first, a technology company...2024-07-1229 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 369: Giving Up, More on Robert Morris, Denominational News from the Christian Reformed Church Robert Morris, Anglicans, and NazarenesOn today’s program, the Christian Reformed Church synod have voted to suspend leaders within the denomination who approve of LGBTQ lifestyles…their message: repent or disaffiliate. We’ll have details.
Also, ministries continue to distance themselves from megachurch pastor Robert Morris after a woman claimed he abused her starting when she was 12 years old. We’ll look at the latest.
And, a new report shows that donors gave more in 2023…but the real dollar impact was rocked by inflation.
But first, the Church of the Nazarene’s only seminary is getting pushback for platforming Pro-LGBTQ faculty and speakers.
The producer for...2024-06-2830 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 367: Robert Morris, Paul Pressler, and Appalachian Bible CollegeOn today’s program, Megachurch Pastor Robert Morris resigns as senior pastor of Gateway Church after a woman claims he abused her decades ago starting when she was 12 years old. We’ll have details.
And, Lincoln Christian University closes its doors debt free…with plans to continue its ministry through a new institute. We’ll take a look.
And, Southern Baptist Convention legend Paul Pressler died earlier this month, his legend mired with accusations of sexual abuse.
But first, Appalachian Bible College fired two professors after they filed a complaint with the Association for Biblical Higher Education.
The producer for today’s...2024-06-2126 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 365: SBC News Round-Up, Tony Evans, and K-LoveOn today’s program, almost 11-thousand Southern Baptists gathered in Indianapolis this week, facing a long list of key decisions, including abuse reform, a constitutional amendment about women pastors, and the election of a new president. We’ll take a look .
Also, megachurch pastor and bestselling author Tony Evans is stepping away from his pastoral role due to ‘sin.’ Details have been few, but we’ll tell you what we know.
And, seven key executives at K-LOVE have left in the last 18 months…we’re asking ‘why?’.
But first, Southern Baptists elect a new convention president. Clint Pressley, a North Carolina megachurc...2024-06-1429 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 363: SBC’s Abuse Reform Task Force, The UMC and Same-Sex Weddings, and Kanakuk KampsOn today’s program, the Southern Baptist Convention’s Abuse Reform Task Force will be ending next week…without any names on its website of pastors credibly accused of abuse…and with no clear path forward. We’ll take a look.
And, Salem Media Group pulls Dinesh D’Souza’s movie ‘2000 Mules’ from all its streaming platforms. We’ll have details.
Plus, a Texas United Methodist megachurch announces it will continue to NOT host same-sex weddings at its facilities. This, despite the denomination’s ruling last month that lifted the ban on LGBTQ clergy and weddings.
But first, another former Kanakuk Kamp staffer h...2024-06-0730 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 361: Reggie Joiner, Kristen Ivy & Orange; Ed Young Retires, Missionary Couple MurderedOn today’s program, former CEO of Orange, Kristen Ivy, originally admitted to an “inappropriate relationship” with the ministry’s founder Reggie Joiner. Now, she’s reclassifying that relationship as clergy abuse. We’ll have details.
Also, summer is the season of short-term missions—but The Chalmers Center has some warnings before posting about those trips on social media. We’ll take a look. And, former S-B-C leader and long-time megachurch pastor Ed Young announces he’s retiring.
But first, a young American missionary couple and a ministry leader were killed by gangs in Haiti. Natalie and Davy Lloyd were American Missionarie...2024-05-3128 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 359: SBC Prof, Pastor Indicted, Boy Scouts Fall But Trail Life Rises World Vision FinedOn today’s program, the U-S Department of Justice has indicted a former professor and interim provost of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary for obstructing justice in a sexual misconduct case. We’ll have details.
Also, the Boy Scouts of America changes their name in hopes of boosting its dwindling numbers—but instead, a different scouting ministry is being flooded with requests for more information. We’ll take a look at Trail Life USA later in the program.
And, World Vision is ordered to pay $120-thousand in a discrimination case.
But first, Forerunner Church—the official church of the International House of Prayer...2024-05-2425 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 357: Mica Miller Update, When Helping Hurts Haiti, KP Yohannan, Another Homeless Shelter Shut DownOn today’s program, a North Carolina Sheriff’s office has called in the FBI to help investigate the death of pastor’s wife, Mica Miller. We’ll have details.
And, Haitian workers are concerned Christian donors could be hurting the very people they’re trying to help…and ask donors to redirect their money away from orphanages. We’ll take a look.
Also, Gospel for Asia founder K-P Yohannan dies following a tragic accident.
But first, another church is being told by its city to close its temporary homeless shelter, accusing them of zoning violations. Another city is trying to close a chu...2024-05-1724 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 353: United Methodist Church Approves LGBTQ Clergy, Wayne Grudem Retires, Metaxas and Feucht Hit ManhattanOn today’s program, the top legislative body of the United Methodist Church gathered in Charlotte, N.C., this week for its long-awaited General Conference. There, delegates cast decisive votes on issues of gender and sexuality. We’ll have details.
And, an Ohio church is under fire AGAIN for opening its doors to shelter the homeless. We’ll take a look.
Also, Wayne Grudem, bestselling author of ‘Systematic Theology,’ is stepping away from academia after teaching for almost 50 years. That story later in the program.
But first, evangelical activists gathered followers together at Columbia University last week to show support for Israel...2024-05-0324 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 351: More on Driscoll-Lindell, A Seminary Survives, and Orange’s Reggie Joiner ResignsOn today’s program, Arkansas pastor Steven Smith steps down after fallout from mishandling abuse allegations against a former children’s minister. We’ll have details.
Also, controversial megachurch pastors Mark Driscoll and John Lindell seemed to reconcile on stage at the Stronger Men’s Conference last week…but since then, tensions between the two leaders have only intensified. We’ll take a look.
And, how a small U-S evangelical seminary is defying the odds. While many theological schools are shrinking, this one’s enrollment numbers keep growing.
But we begin today with news of two resignations from leaders of Orange, a mini...2024-04-2624 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 345: T.D. Jakes, NC’s Pursuit Church, Birmingham Southern College To CloseOn today’s program, North Carolina Pastor Bruce Frank is joining the crowded Southern Baptist Convention presidential race. Frank was a former leader of the SBC’s abuse task force. We’ll have details. And, Bishop TD Jakes is mentioned in a lawsuit against music mogul Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs—though the lawsuit does not accuse the bishop of wrongdoing. We’ll take a look. Also, another Christian college is closing its doors.
But first, North Carolina’s Pursuit Church announced this week that it fired its lead pastor over sexual misconduct.
I want to remind everyone that we’re offering an important new b...2024-04-0526 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 343: Zoning Laws Shut Down Church Ministries, How To Navigate Crypto More SBC DramaOn today’s program, an Arizona church is fighting to continue its food pantry ministry—but city zoning regulations threaten to shut it down. We’ll have details. Also, the rise in crypto currency is forcing nonprofits to consider the pros and cons of taking crypto donations. We’ll take a look. And, the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability announces a new leadership standard.
But first, Adam Greenway is suing the Southern Baptist seminary he once led. Lawyers for Adam Greenway, who resigned as president of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in September 2022, alleged in a complaint filed Wednesday (March 20) that the school...2024-03-2928 min
A New American Town - Bentonville, ArkansasOvations+ | Building the Arts Education Community in BentonvilleDiscover the vibrant educational scene of arts and culture in Bentonville through this captivating conversation with Jessica Sudduth, Senior Education Manager at Ovations+. From theater classes and student productions to orchestra concerts and youth ensembles, Ovations+ offers a wide range of enriching programs to bring premier children’s theater to NWA through the merger of Trike Theatre and Arkansas Philharmonic Orchestra. Get the inside scoop on upcoming summer camps, fall classes, and not-to-be-missed events like the Arkansas Philharmonic Youth Orchestra and the adult orchestra’s side-by-side concert at Crystal Bridges on March 27. Whether you're new to...2024-03-1510 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 335: Calvin University, TD Jakes, YWAM, Artificial Intelligence in the PulpitOn today’s program, Calvin University’s president resigns after allegations of misconduct surface. We’ll have details. Also, T.D. Jakes Foundation announces $9 million in grants—we’ll take a look at the recipients, plus take a deeper dive into some of T.D. Jakes other business ventures. And, A-I in the pulpit. As technology advances, pastors are faced with new opportunities…and ethical considerations.
We begin today with sad news out of Tanzania. A bus accident claimed 11 of missionaries serving with Youth With a Mission. Leaders of YWAM (Youth With a Mission) are rallying for support to aid logistical arra...2024-03-0129 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 319: Paul Pressler Lawsuit Settles IHOP cuts ties with Mike Bickle, Taylor U. gets $30 M grantOn today’s program, the Southern Baptist Convention settles over a sexual abuse lawsuit against influential leader Paul Pressler. Also, right before Christmas, the International House of Prayer officially cut ties with legendary founder Mike Bickle.
We have details of Taylor University’s $30 million grant from the Lilly Endowment to revitalize its local community. And we also unveil our list of the highest paid Christian ministry executives in the nation.
We begin today with news that identify theft charges against Memphis pastor Steven Flockhart have been dropped.
FINAL THOUGHTS:
As I have said before, the end of the year is the m...2024-01-0529 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 314: Brian Houston and Hillsong, Mike Bickle and IHOPKC, the UMC Breakup ContinuesOn today’s program, Brian Houston of Hillsong infamy is starting a new church. We ask: is it too soon? Also on today’s program: Mike Bickle of the International House of Prayer Kansas City has apologized for past behaviors, sort of.
We also have an update on the lawsuit against prosperity gospel preacher David Taylor. We finally have a court date. Finally, American Life League has published a list of which non-profit organizations you should not support based on their abortion positions. Some of the ministries on the list may surprise you.
We begin today with news from one of the...2023-12-1535 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 312: Museum of the Bible, More Hillsong Fallout, World Vision, and David C. CookOn today’s program, former Hillsong Atlanta pastors announce their divorce on social media. We’ll have details. And a judge rules that World Vision is liable for discrimination after rescinding a job offer after discovering a woman was in a same-sex marriage. Plus, both David C Cook and Museum of the Bible announce new CEOs. We’ll take a look.
We begin today with news that the historic Tenth Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia has ousted its pastor Liam Goligher. Although Goligher is no longer pastoring the influential church—associated with the Presbyterian Church in America—some critics are asking what took...2023-12-0830 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 310: Mike Bickle and IHOP-KC, John Stackhouse, Trust in Christian Ministries DeclinesOn today’s program, New York opened a one-year window to allow adult abuse survivors to file lawsuits that were barred by the statute of limitations—that window closed on Thanksgiving Day. We’ll have an update. And we’ll look at a recent statement by the International House of Prayer in Kansas City about its investigation into its founder Mike Bickle. Also, religious groups are no longer the most trusted charities, according to a recent report by the Better Business Bureau. We’ll have details later in the program. We begin today with news that Crandall University has fired its profess...2023-12-0128 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 307: IHOP Kansas City, Scott Sauls Resigns, & The Dynamics of Church HoppingOn today’s program, the International House of Prayer in Kansas City has stripped its founding leader Mike Bickle of his duties pending a formal investigation into allegations of clergy sexual abuse. We’ll have details. Also, Bible publishers—are they stewards of God’s Word…or profiteers? We take a closer look. Then, later in the program, church switchers share the reasons behind their congregational change.
We begin today with news that pastor and author Scott Sauls has resigned from leadership at his Nashville megachurch.
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I do want to mention to our listeners that we are in the most c...2023-11-1723 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 301: Korean Churches Leave UMC, Former SBC Seminary President Threatens Lawsuit, and Trump Attorney and “Christian Lawyer” Jenna Ellis Pleads GuiltyOn today’s program, Christian attorney Jenna Ellis pleads guilty for her role in attempting to overturn election results in Georgia in 2020. We’ll have details. Also, Korean churches are leaving the United Methodist Church—but not without difficulty. And a Texas seminary has big changes ahead…we’ll share more later in the program.
We begin today with news that the former president of Southwestern Theological seminary Adam Greenway is threatening the school with a $5 million lawsuit. Adam Greenway, who resigned as president of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (SWBTS) in September 2022, is reportedly threatening to sue the Texas-based institution for $5 mil...2023-10-2722 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 288: Tim Tebow, Florida Baptists, and “Jesus Calling”On today’s program, Tim Tebow’s foundation is fighting human trafficking, and the presiding bishop of the Episcopal Church is responding to allegations that he has not done enough to deal with sexual abuse claims. And the Southern Baptists of Florida have released a report explaining how $700-thousand was stolen. The report finds no wrongdoing on the part of the staff, but recommends safeguards that all Christian ministries should pay attention to.
We begin today with news that Sarah Young, the controversial author of the publishing phenomenon “Jesus Calling,” has died at age 77. “Jesus Calling” has sold more than 40 million copi...2023-09-0825 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 285: More SBC Troubles, Pulse Outreach’s Remarkable Claims, and Bank Of America Kicks Out Christian MinistryOn today’s program, the Southern Baptist Convention sees another leader resign in scandal…and names a new interim replacement. Also, Pulse Outreach—an evangelistic megaministry geared to young adults—claims they reached 300 million people with the Gospel…but won’t share how they GOT that number. We’ll get into all that later in the program. We begin today with news that a Christian relief ministry is accusing Bank of America of discriminating against them based on their religious beliefs.
The producers for today’s program are Rich Roszel and Jeff McIntosh. We get database and other technical support from Stephen DuBa...2023-08-2523 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 283: Maui Giving Recommendations, John Ankerberg Out at ECFA, and a $35 M FraudOn today’s program, Multnomah University in Portland, Oregon, drops its requirement that all students sign a statement of faith. We’ll have details. Also, an update on sexual abuse within the Chi Alpha college ministry—victims are sharing their stories on a newly created website forum…and a church is threatening to sue if some of the comments aren’t removed. Plus, giving to disaster relief organizations working in Maui—we’ll tell you who we recommend…and who we don’t.
We begin today with news that the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability has terminated the membership of the Ankerberg Theo...2023-08-1824 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 279: Jerry Falwell, Jr., Sues Liberty University, Biblical Rebounds, and Helping Kids In The Foster Care SystemOn today’s program, a former president of a Southern Baptist state convention is being investigated for sex crimes. Also on today’s program, Biblica. The organization formerly known as the International Bible Society has seen a remarkable comeback, and we’ll take a closer look.
We also examine a ministry in Arkansas that is helping kids who age out of the foster care system. It’s a huge problem in this country, and they may have a solution.
We begin today with news that Jerry Falwell Jr. has sued Liberty University…again.
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Just a reminder that MinistryWatch is a donor...2023-08-0424 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 277: Operation Underground Railroad, Wycliffe Associates, Texas Baptists Affirm Women in Leadership RolesOn today’s program, Tim Ballard—hero of the hit movie ‘Sound of Freedom’—has been removed from two nonprofits, one of which is Operation Underground Railroad. We’ll have details. Also, the Bible translation organization Wycliffe Associates is asking for big donations, but giving few details on how they plan to use the money. And, tips for donors wanting to give to anti-trafficking ministries.
We begin today with news from Texas, as the debate over women pastors has now moved to the state level. Delegates to the Baptist General Convention of Texas adopted a statement last week urging its staff to aff...2023-07-2830 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 275: International Justice Mission, David C. Cook, Matt Redman, and Remembering Salem Media’s Stu Epperson Sr.On today’s program, we discuss a BBC investigation that calls into question some of the so-called child “rescues” in West Africa initiated by the International Justice Mission. Also, financial troubles continue to plague Christian publisher David C. Cook. We’ll have details. And we’ll take a look at the latest state measures that could undermine donor privacy.
We begin today with news of popular worship leader Matt Redman. He took to social media last week, saying that he and his wife had both suffered what he called “harmful behavior and mistreatment” by UK pastor Mike Pilavachi.
Final Thoughts: Just a reminde...2023-07-2126 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 273: Operation Underground Railroad, More Christian Colleges Closing, and Ministries That Serve Foster KidsOn today’s program, a pastor and the brother of the Rev. Al Sharpton is in legal trouble again. We look at Operation Underground Railroad, the organization on which the new movie “Sound of Freedom” is based. We also begin a series on ministries that are working with kids who have aged out of the foster care system.
We begin today with news of yet another Christian college shutting its doors.
The producers for today’s program are Rich Roszel and Jeff McIntosh. We get database and other technical support from Stephen DuBarry, Emily Kern, Rod Pitzer, and Casey Sudduth. Writers w...2023-07-1427 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 271: What Happens To A Teaching Ministry When The Teacher Dies? PLUS: Belmont University Cancels Promise KeepersOn today’s program, we look at how ministries who depend on the teaching of their founders – ministries such as Charles Stanley’s In Touch Ministries – are able to survive years or even decades after their founders have died.
We also look at The Inspiration Networks. It has gone from being a small religious network to being one of the biggest cable networks in the nation. We explain how, and what the network aims to do next.
We begin today with Promise Keepers. The men’s ministry was set to host an in-person event at Belmont University this fall—but Belmont canc...2023-06-2331 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 267: Dave Ramsey, Rick Warren, and Daystar Wants Its $25-M BackOn today’s program, popular radio host and personal finance guru Dave Ramsey is being sued for $150 million over some of his advice that allegedly turned out badly for those who followed it.
Also, one of the largest Christian broadcasters in the nation, Daystar Television Network, lost $25-million in the cryptocurrency market. Now they’re suing to get it back. We’ll have details.
Finally, we remember the remarkable life and career of Pat Robertson.
We begin today with Rick Warren’s media campaign to have Saddleback Church reinstated in the Southern Baptist Convention.
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I want to mention that this...2023-06-0925 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 263: Johnny Hunt, Tim Keller, Harry Reeder, and Carl LentzOn today’s program, The Word Network, which bills itself as the world’s largest African-American Christian broadcast network, is in trouble with the IRS.
We’ll also have an update on former Hillsong pastor Carl Lentz. He’s now the subject of a television documentary series, and he’s not happy about it. And there have been new revelations in the business dealings of former SBC President Johnny Hunt.
And in the last segment of the program, we’ll remember Tim Keller and Harry Reeder, who prominent pastors who died in the past week. I knew both of these exceptional m...2023-05-2630 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 262: Florida Baptists Defrauded of $700-k, Carl Lentz is Back, and Saddleback Appeals Disfellowshipping by SBCOn today’s program, the Florida Baptist State Convention has been defrauded of more than $700-thousand. We’ll explain how the fraud worked, and how you can keep your church or ministry from becoming a victim.
Former Hillsong pastor Carl Lentz is back in the news, and is soon coming to a television near you.
And we look at a group of Christian ministries in Nebraska who are withdrawing from the local community foundation over the foundation’s requirements to affirm LGBTQ rights.
We begin today with a pair of stories related to Rick Warren and California’s influential Saddleback Church.
...2023-05-1924 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 261: Community Foundations Exclude Christian Groups, Southern Baptist Membership Drop, and More Hillsong, UMC DramaOn today’s program, we look at the Lancaster Pennsylvania Community Foundation, which has implemented restrictions that could keep Christian groups from receiving funds. It’s not the only community foundation in the nation to use non-discrimination policies to exclude Christian groups. We’ll have details.
And we also have updates on two stories we’ve been covering for a while: Hillsong, and the breakup of the United Methodist Church.
We begin today with news of significant membership declines in the Southern Baptist Convention.
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Here’s a link to the list of the largest missions and Bi...2023-05-1228 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 259: T.D. Jakes, John Ankerberg, And Christians Re-Think The TitheOn today’s program, Dallas megachurch pastor T.D. Jakes launches a billion dollar community redevelopment project. We’ll have details. And a former executive at Southeastern University in Florida pleads guilty to fraud. We’ll explain how the complicated fraud occurred.
Also, a new survey by Lifeway Research indicates that Christians’ views on tithing are shifting. We’ll have details from that study.
We begin today with news that popular Christian apologist John Ankerberg has been suspended from the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability.
The producers for today’s program are Rich Roszel and Jeff McIntosh. We get database and other techni...2023-05-0528 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 257: John Ankerberg Sues Whistleblower, Hillsong’s Brian Houston Pleads Guilty, and Hope For The King’s CollegeOn today’s program, popular Christian apologist John Ankerberg has been under scrutiny after a former fundraiser for the organization filed a whistleblower complaint and shared it with both the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability, and with MinistryWatch. Now, Ankerberg has sued the whistleblower. We’ll have details.
And Hillsong’s Brian Houston has pled guilty to DUI charges following a 2022 incident in California.
Later in the program we’ll have the latest from The King’s College. This Christian liberal arts college in New York City has been on the verge of closure, but dramatic developments last week are giving suppo...2023-04-2823 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 253: Compassion International and Hillsong’s Multi-Million Dollar Deal, Plus More Upheaval at Bob Jones UniversityOn today’s program, Compassion International paid Hillsong $1-million a year to sponsor its concert tour. We’ll have details. Have you ever wondered why all the songs on Christian radio sound the same? There’s a reason, and that reason is money. We’ll explain. We begin today with the resignation of the chairman of the board of Bob Jones University.
FINAL THOUGHTS: A quick shout-out to the folks in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. I’m there this week, and I had a chance to meet with supporters of MinistryWatch who live in the area. That was such an encouraging time for me. We had...2023-04-1423 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 250: Carl Lentz, Hillsong, John Ankerberg, and the Latest on the Shooting in NashvilleOn today’s program, controversial pastor, Carl Lentz, is back in the pulpit two years after the scandal that forced him out of Hillsong.
Popular Christian apologist John Ankerberg is facing accusations by a whistleblower that he took money that donors thought was going to pay for audio Bibles and used that money for other purposes.
We begin today with the story that has horrified the entire nation this week. The story of a shooting at a Christian school in Nashville. A community is reeling after a shooter killed three children and three staff members at a small Christian school in...2023-03-3128 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 245: Kanakuk Victims Speak, Tony Dungy and James Brown Pull Out of Andrew Wommack Conference, The King’s College Gets A Temporary ReprieveOn today’s program, Super Bowl winning NFL coach Tony Dungy has backed out of a conference hosted by Prosperity Gospel Preacher Andrew Wommack. CBS anchor James Brown has, too. We explain why later in the program.
Allen Stanford, who amassed billions of dollars in a Ponzi scheme that used unwitting Christian financial planners to sell his investment products, is now serving what will likely amount to a life sentence in jail. More than a decade after his sentencing, some of his victims may get some of their money back.
Prosperity Gospel preachers and others made more than 300 flights on pri...2023-03-1030 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 244: United Methodists, Saddleback and the SBC, John Ankerberg, and MoreOn today’s program, we have news from ACSI – the Association of Christian Schools International. They’re growing and changing, and not all of those changes are for the better. I’ll explain later in the program.
We also have the latest news from Asbury University, where a revival started that is now sweeping the country. And we take a look at The John Ankerberg Show. The popular apologetics teacher is under fire for his use of private jets and lavish travel.
We begin today with the latest from the United Methodist Church. Bishop Scott Jones isn’t the first United Meth...2023-03-0328 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 242: Asbury Revival, Johnny Hunt and the SBC, Women’s Ordination at Saddleback, and MoreOn today’s program, the revival at Asbury University in Kentucky is entering a new phase, but it is also spreading to other locations. We also have updates on the Southern Baptist Convention’s struggles with one of its former presidents, Johnny Hunt. And in MinistryWatch’s quarterly survey of ministry executives, we’re seeing a shift. Leaders are becoming slightly less concerned about finding qualified staff, and more concerned about finding donors. We’ll have details later in the program. We begin today with a story that Saddleback Church, founded by Pastor Rick Warren, has been kicked out of the Southern...2023-02-2426 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 241: Asbury Revival and Christian Ministries In Ukraine, Turkey, SyriaOn today’s program, we’re coming up on the one-year anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. We’ve got an update on what Christian ministries have been doing to relieve the suffering. And the earthquakes in Turkey and Syria have now claimed more than 45,000 lives. We’ll have an update on relief efforts and how you can help.
We begin today with a story that’s been Christian social media for the past week or more, and that’s the Asbury Revival.
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Explaining Our Five-Star Financial Efficie...2023-02-1724 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 239: Johnny Hunt and the SBC, The King’s College, Hillsong Gets A New Leader, and Pastors and Their JetsOn today’s program, disgraced former Southern Baptist Convention President Johnny Hunt has been restored to ministry. Now two of the churches that restored him are being investigated. We also have an exclusive investigation, done in conjunction with the Trinity Foundation, on pastors and their private jets. We begin today with news from The King’s College in New York City.
Also on today’s program I mention that the Dallas-based Trinity Foundation has been tracking the use of private aircraft by ministries and churches. Recently the Trinity Foundation started posting graphics on Twitter to track daily usage. You can find that...2023-02-1023 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 237: He Gets Us, MinistryWatch Investigates Glory of Zion and Love for the Least, 50 Largest Relief and Development MinistriesOn today’s program, we take a closer look at the “He Gets Us” media campaign. We’ll also share with you some of the highlights of a couple of MinistryWatch investigations. One of them was a close look at Glory of Zion, a Dallas based ministry. We also take a deep dive into a Colorado ministry called Love the Least. We begin today with news from Knoxville, Tennessee. In an unusual move, a judge said an alleged rape victim is going to have to use his legal name in his lawsuit against the Catholic Diocese there.
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If...2023-02-0326 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 235: John Blanchard, PRC Vandalism and Arrests, and The Truth Network Has Radio Towers DestroyedOn today’s program, new developments in the case against megachurch pastor John Blanchard, arrests in the vandalism of pregnancy care centers, and a Christian broadcaster’s radio towers were destroyed. We begin today with a story about sexual abuse allegations that concern the Salvation Army, one of the largest Christian organizations in the country.
A final reminder that we’ll be doing a webinar next week called “How To Find and Read A Form 990.” The webinar is free, but you do have to register. And I should mention that we are limiting attendance to 100, and we’re nearly there. So if you want...2023-01-2724 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 233: John Blanchard, Bryan College, Christian Persecution on the RiseOn today’s program, Virginia megachurch pastor John Blanchard had sexual solicitation charges against him dropped, but protesters are showing up at his church and even the town’s police chief thinks the case was mishandled. We’ll have details. Also on today’s program, Open Doors releases its annual Watch List, which tracks persecution of Christians around the world. This year’s conclusions are bleak. We’ll explain why. We begin today with a lawsuit involving Bryan College that has been dragging on for more than five years.
In Closing: I mention fairly constantly here at MinistryWatch the importance of the Form 990. ...2023-01-2026 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 231: The IRS’s Form 990 Backlog, More United Methodist Departures, and Remembering Jack HayfordOn today’s program, one of the largest United Methodist churches in the country, and the largest in South Carolina, is preparing to leave the denomination. And the Internal Revenue Service is far behind in its efforts to process Form 990s. This backlog is a blow to transparency and accountability. We’ll explain why. And we remember pastor, author, and hymn writer Jack Hayford, who died last week at age 88. We begin today with former Celebration Church pastor Stovall Weems. He and his wife Kerri have settled with First Citizens Bank after a claim stating they defaulted over $700,000 in unpaid debt.
A fe...2023-01-1326 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 230: United Methodist Meltdown, And Ministry Executive SalariesOn today’s program, Open Doors USA is changing its name and its focus. We’ll have details. Plus, the Evangelical Council for Abuse Prevention rolls out an accreditation program designed to help ministries protect children. And it’s a new year, and MinistryWatch has published its annual list of Highly Paid Ministry Executives. We’ll have a preview of the list later in the program. We begin today with more news about the slow-moving breakup of the United Methodist Church.
A big thank you to those of you who showed up for us at year end. We had what was for us an...2023-01-0625 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 228: Ministries Are Involved in PPP Fraud, the PCA in the News, and Kanakuk Lawsuit Draws SupportersOn today’s program, two Florida ministry leaders that we first reported on during the summer have been arrested and charged with defrauding taxpayers out of $8-million in Payroll Protection Program funds.
And in Virginia, The Family Foundation, a nonprofit organization that promotes Christian values, was denied service at a restaurant in Richmond, this month on the basis of the group’s position on abortion and same-sex marriage. We’ll have the details on both these stories later in the program.
We begin today with news that a Presbyterian church in the Chicago area is being investigated for firing an employe...2022-12-1621 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 227: Matt Chandler Back in Pulpit, Christian Groups Vandalized by pro-abort, pro-LGBTQ Activists, and Evangelical Giving Is UpOn today’s program, Christian groups are being vandalized by pro-gay and pro-abortion activists. We’ll have two stories that highlight this growing and troubling trend. And a new report from the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability indicates that – despite uncertainties in the economy – giving to evangelical groups is up.
We begin today with news that megachurch pastor Matt Chandler will be reinstated to the pulpit after a three-month leave of absence. Dallas-area megachurch pastor Matt Chandler returned to the pulpit Sunday (Dec. 4) after a leave of absence. The Village Church’s board of elders reinstated him following disciplinary actions for Chandler’...2022-12-0922 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 225: Liberty University, SBC Prez Bart Barber Rebukes A Predecessor, and MinistryWatch’s “Shining Light Awards”On today’s program, in an unprecedented move, the current president of the Southern Baptist Convention, Bart Barber, has released a sharp rebuke of one of his predecessors in that role, Johnny Hunt. We’ll explain why the rebuke, and why it’s important. Also on today’s program, MinistryWatch releases its “Shining Light Awards.” We’ll tell you how we arrived at the list, and who some of the winners are.
We begin today with the latest chapter in the ongoing saga at Liberty University. A former administrative dean for academic operations is suing Liberty University for $20 million, alleging they fired him bec...2022-12-0227 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 222: Greg Locke Banned From Twitter, and Children’s Hunger Fund Sees Explosive GrowthOn today’s program, Tennessee pastor and MAGA celebrity Greg Locke has been banned from YouTube. We asked why. Charis Bible College, founded by prosperity gospel preacher Andrew Wommack, was rocked this week by a murder-suicide. We’ll have details. We also take a look at the explosive growth of a ministry called Children’s Hunger Fund.
We begin today with an influential Hispanic pastor under investigation for violating wage and hour laws.
A big thank you to the folks who showed up earlier this week for a dinner I hosted with MinistryWatch supporters in Newport Beach, California. And I’ll be having...2022-11-1824 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 221: James Dobson, Politics and Preachers, and Bob Jones UniversityOn today’s program, James Dobson is stepping aside from the ministry he founded after turning Focus on the Family into an evangelical powerhouse. We’ll have details. And during this election week, we have a couple of stories of pastors who are mixing politics and the pulpit. At least one is under investigation.
We begin today with an interesting story coming from one of the bastions of fundamentalism in this country: Bob Jones University.
The producers for today’s program are Rich Roszel and Jeff McIntosh. We get database and other technical support from Cathy Goddard, Stephen DuBarry, Emily Kern, Rod P...2022-11-1125 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 220: Celebration Church, Seattle Pacific University, the $100-M “He Gets Us” CampaignOn today’s program, a church does something it doesn’t often do. It apologizes for its past. We’ll share why. We also look more closely at the $100-million evangelistic ad campaign called “He Gets Us.” And we note the passing of an evangelical elder statesman. Steve Douglass, who helped Cru grow into one of the largest ministries in the world, is dead at age 77. We’ll have an appreciation. We begin today with news that Celebration Church’s founders have reopened a defamation lawsuit against their former church.
A final reminder that I’ll be hosting a lunch for MinistryWatch frien...2022-11-0430 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 218: Franklin Graham, Anglican Bishop Reinstated, Preventing Elder FraudOn today’s program, when the economy falters, we often see financial fraud emerge. Today we have a couple of stories about financial fraud, and some advice about what you can do to prevent elder fraud. Also on today’s program: An Anglican bishop is returning from a voluntary leave of absence in the aftermath of a sex abuse and spiritual abuse scandal, and not everyone is happy about his return.
We begin today with the resolution of a two-year long dispute. On Monday (October 24), a Scottish court ruled in favor of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) in a lawsuit...2022-10-2827 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 216: Steven Furtick and Elevation, Brian Houston and Hillsong, and How MinistryWatch Reports on Dropped CasesOn today’s program, Steven Furtick and Elevation Church are generating controversy because of the ticket prices of their upcoming tour. And Hillsong’s Brian Houston was removed from the pulpit is awaiting a court date, but that hasn’t stopped him from taking the stage at other events. We’ll have details. We begin today with the story of a massive financial fraud that targeted Christians.
The producers for today’s program are Rich Roszel and Jeff McIntosh. We get database and other technical support from Cathy Goddard, Stephen DuBarry, Emily Kern, Rod Pitzer, and Casey Sudduth. Writers who contributed to...2022-10-2127 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 213: Kanakuk Doc Wins An Emmy, Christian Filmmaker Arrested, and a Mississippi Ministry ScandalOn today’s program, a Christian filmmaker from Colorado Springs has been arrested as part of a child sex sting conducted by local police and the Department of Justice. We’ll have details. And a documentary about the sex abuse scandal at Kanakuk Kamps has won an Emmy. This journalistic prize for the news organization VICE lends further credibility to the stories of the survivors of sexual abuse at the hands of a Kanakuk counsellor. We begin today with news that a defamation case filed by a pastor against his former church has been dismissed. A Florida judge has dismissed the defam...2022-10-0728 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 212: Chris Tomlin and Hillsong, Brother Andrew’s Passing, and ECAP Rolls Out Abuse Prevention ProgramOn today’s program, the Evangelical Council for Abuse Prevention (ECAP) is set to roll out an accreditation program designed to train and certify ministry executives in skills to prevent sexual abuse. And we note two notable passings this week: Open Doors founder Brother Andrew, and the long-time president of the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability, Dan Busby. We begin today with the controversial decision by Christian musician Chris Tomlin to tour with the scandal ridden Hillsong United this fall.
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I’ll be hosting a lunch for MinistryWatch friends in Charlotte in October, and I’ll be in Newport...2022-09-3027 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 211: The Nazarene Fund, Turning Point USA, and the SBC Executive Committee MeetsOn today’s program, it’s been a year since Glenn Beck’s The Nazarene Fund raised $35-million for Afghan relief. We’ll have an update on where the money went. We also look at Charlie Kirk’s organization Turning Point USA. The group now has a subsidiary called Turning Point Faith, aimed at pastors and church leaders. We begin today with news that the Southern Baptist Conventions’ top administrative body voted to cut ties with two congregations on Tuesday.
If you make a donation to MinistryWatch during the month of September, we’ll send you a copy of “Restoring All Things” as our t...2022-09-2325 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 210: Bible Translation, “Respect for Marriage Act,” and Samaritan’s Purse Hits $1-BillionOn today’s program, we take a look at the Bible translation industry. We ask the question: How much does it really cost to translate the Bible. We also look at a milestone for the Christian ministry Samaritan’s Purse. It will hit $1-billion in revenue this year. And one of evangelicalism’s flagship seminaries, Fuller Seminary, has the first African American president in its history. We’ll have details. We begin today with news that 2,000 churches and Christian ministries have asked the U.S. Senate to oppose the “Respect For Marriage Act.”
A Reminder: if you make a donation to MinistryWatch duri...2022-09-1623 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 209: Ted Haggard, American Bible Society, and Ravi ZachariasOn today’s program, one of evangelicalism’s most prominent leaders, Ted Haggard, his hit new lows. We’ll have the latest. And the American Bible Society latest president lasted less than 90 days. The organization has had five presidents in the past 10 years. We’ve got news of the latest changes at this two-century old ministry. We begin today with the latest chapter in the story of Ravi Zacharias International Ministries. Last week, Lighten Group, announced it was shutting down. Lighten Group is a new ministry started by Sarah Davis, former CEO of Ravi Zacharias International Ministries (RZIM) and daughter of late Christi...2022-09-0923 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 206: Liberty University, The United Methodists Continue To Splinter, and A Close Look At Kenneth CopelandOn today’s program, Liberty University is receiving complaints from veterans who use the school’s online program as part of their GI Bill benefits. We also have the latest in the slow-moving schism in the United Methodist Church. Plus, a look at Prosperity Gospel preacher Kenneth Copeland. He’s in the Ministry Spotlight. We begin today with something you don’t hear Christian leaders do too much these days, and that’s apologize. That apology came from Andy Wood. Wood was named as Rick Warren’s successor at Saddleback Church after Warren retires. He has apologized for inviting Mark Driscoll to speak a...2022-08-2619 minMinistryWatch PodcastEp. 203: John Bevere, Stuart Briscoe, and Bible Translation’s “Last Mile”On today’s program, we look at a network of ministries fighting chemical abortions. We also look at prosperity gospel preachers John and Lisa Bevere and their ministry Messenger International. We begin today with new leadership for a couple of the nation’s leading Christian publications. Russell Moore, the former Southern Baptist ethicist, was named editor in chief at Christianity Today. Lynn Vincent, a motorcycle-riding Navy veteran and New York Times best-selling author, was recently named executive editor at WORLD Magazine.
Before we go: a reminder that if you make a donation to MinistryWatch during the month of August, you’ll receive...2022-08-1323 min
Inspiring Music Teachers Podcast5 Ways to Care for Students in a Post-Pandemic WorldOn today's episode, you'll hear an "it's been a long time" update from Jessica, an invitation to share your story, and five reflections on caring well for our students in a Covid-impacted world. Visit http://instagram.com/inspiringmusicteachers to connect.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inspiringmusicteachers/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/inspiringmusicteachers/support2022-02-0521 min
Inspiring Music Teachers PodcastBTS 2020 with voice teacher Nicole AvesaniWe're kicking off 2020 with our Back to School Series, where we chat with music teachers in a variety of situations to see how they're adapting their teaching due to the Covid19 pandemic.
In this episode, I talk with Nicole Avesani and discuss the transitions Covid has forced us to make, how her studio has continued to thrive, and how she's made online lessons a success.
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Inspiring Music Teachers PodcastSuccess in the Music Classroom with Franklin Willis"Success looks different on everybody." Our guest today is Franklin Willis, music teacher, instructional coach, public speaker, business owner, dad, and inspiring music teacher. In this episode we talk about ... a lot ... from student engagement and building meaningful student relationships to race in the classroom and building a side business as a music teacher.
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Work with Sara! Her Branding Bootcamp starts on February 28, 2020 and will give you the business tools you need to create a unique, powerful studio brand that will allow you to increase your rosters AND your rates. Use our coupon code INSPIRINGMUSIC when you enroll...2020-02-1345 minInspiring Music Teachers PodcastJewish Music & Musical Community with Ellen AllardJewish children's songwriter, performer, clinician, speaker, and music educator Ellen Allard shares her journey from the classroom to the road.
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inspiringmusicteachers/message2020-01-2100 minInspiring Music Teachers PodcastTeaching Music to Deaf Students with Kelly SuretteHow do you reach students with music when they are not able to hear?
It seems like an impossible task. But Kelly Surette is an adaptive music instructor who will inspire you to truly believe that ALL children can and should participate in musical experiences.
Her upcoming book Creative Miracles: A Practitioner’s Guide to Adaptive Music Instruction, about her experience over the last decade teaching music to students with special needs and those who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing with disabilities, will equip you with practical tips and inspiring stories to prepare YOU to reach all students with musi...2019-10-1043 minInspiring Music Teachers PodcastBuilding an Online Presence with Megan KuharOn this (the very first!) episode of the Inspiring Music Teachers Podcast, Megan Kuhar joins us to discuss cultivating an online presence as a musician and BIG concerns that hold us back from successful online marketing.
Megan is a Professor of Music Technology at Baldwin Wallace University Conservatory of Music where she teaches about branding, marketing, and technologies like video & web design and holds degrees in music & arts management (BA), audio engineering (AAS), and music technology with a focus in social media marketing (MM).
She ran an audio/video recording business that was recognized by Chris Guillebeau's Side Hustle School a...2019-09-2534 minInspiring Music Teachers PodcastGet Inspired with the Inspiring Music Teachers Podcast!Welcome to the Inspiring Music Teachers Podcast where we connect music educators with the business tools, entrepreneurial skills, and encouragement they need to turn their talents, skills, and passions into a business that fits their life goals. On this podcast we’ll be showcasing musicians and other creative entrepreneurs who have found ways to make it happen and digging into the big questions facing music teachers in their entrepreneurial journeys.
My name is Jessica Dutton. I’m a musician, teacher, business owner, professional pep talker, and mom of three. I help music teachers develop the business skills and...2019-09-2401 min