Barnum may have had something to say about the issue. HMMM, Ill be praying for the no name people on here. Just as God saw fit to birth his son the first time through imperfection, he is still using imperfection to bring his Son to this generation. That is simply an aspect of the case that has been passed along and like a game of telephone; the truth has been warped so uniformly that most believe the lie. Carolyn McDonald was one of the first women to make the Circle C board aware of her abuse allegations, in the form ofanemailonOct. 6. Michelle Poulsen and Joy McCullough allege Wayne Aarums physical and verbal behavior toward them was inappropriate and abusive while they were youth group members at The Chapel in the late 1990s. Please let this die. I heard that an offering was taken for him for his birthday, and he said it was not enough, and had the plates passed again. They lived bored lives and were hungry for entertainment. Mr. X, Does he use words like rebuke and radical in his messages? Thanks. Who did you get that fromyour imagination? I dont even have to examine the fruit in your life to know thats more than what youve done. Its sad to say that my whole family continues to support this man and his organization. No one is going to pray in his name. As I said before, I posted this stuff online precisely because it wasnt available anywhere else, and people considering joining his church had a right to get all sides of the argument. If youd like, please call our office on 419-725-5000 with suggestions. GEORGIE SILVAROLE, Tina Yee, NEW YORK STATE TEAM. Anyway, yes, I noticed, as I said in one of my other posts, that his website has very little to do with God, and more about Pitts!! A buddy of mine used to video tape the services at Cornerstone. All fourdid not respond. He is the founding pastor of Cornerstone Church and oversees the Cornerstone Global Network, a network of over 150 churches throughout the US, Mexico, Argentina, Colombia, South Africa and the UK. He said in a May 7 email thathe followed Ranch policies, except in emergency cases in which men and women may have to have physical contact. Pitts might be able to pull an I was out of the country claim on those, since he was never conclusively identified at several of those locations.) He is the founding pastor of Cornerstone Church and oversees the Cornerstone Global Network, a network of over 150 churches throughout the US, Mexico, Argentina, Colombia, South Africa and the UK. Pastor Pitts hired some very fine attorneys and, in the end, all charges except for two criminal trespass misdemeanors were suddenly dropped. I hope you all will take a lesson and leave it alone. Well, coincidentally Cornerstone is not a cult. There are organizations and resources to help you. Is there an image trying to presented through the leadership to attact young, professionals to the church? Your response shows how ignorant you are. Michael Pitts NEVER attended court ordered counseling for any crime he was or was not convicted of. Read all 4 reviews . Lily was a ho, but know she is above pastors, The nature and content of Mohlers stack was apparently so moving Mahaney devoting 190 words to it and to Mohlersworld-class gifts.. Circle C Ranch wouldultimately determinethe initial allegationswere false through its own internal investigation. Im not mad in the slightest. I was uncomfortable in retrospect looking back on this and wishing I would have done more. You also claimed that Michael Pitts offered no explanations for his actions, but only excuses. Let me just say that when you verbally attack Michael Pitts on this forum, your not attacking him anymore. I have never intentionally said or done anything to hurt anyone, Aarum said. The last I checked this was a forum about Michael Pitts. You did. I think Pastor Pitts is very annointed visionary that was sent by God. And as far as the Pitts thing goes, if hes so great, why does everyone feel they need to defend him so strongly. oh, and kat? He. If 72 hours pass, and this forum still exists, my attorneys will be issuing your warrant. How can God bless Someone if they are living in Sin? Look at the lineage of Jesus in the book of Matthew, Jesus line is litter with imperfection. Have you ever listened to him? (408) 315-6880. If he is one who strays from the path he will eventually answer for it. To invest in and support our ministry, visit http://cornerstonechurch.info/giving to make a. Its not about that, it should be all about God. Also attorneys dont issue warrants, judges do. Sexual abuse prevention organization Darkness to Light operates a toll-free number for individuals, children or adults, in the U.S. who need local information and resources about sexual abuse. Are you being sarcastic or is that a compliment? It reminds me of a movie I saw once about a traveling vampire circus. You people need to pick up a Bible and get a church home, instead of judging someone that is following God will for his life. Simple as that. Had he been conclusively identified at the seen, he would have gone to jail! Again, what a joke. Michael Pitts was identified and arrested in Delta, Ohio in 1995 for public indecency and did attend counseling for this arrest. Jason & Josh The only people I am giving a hard time in this forum, are the idiots who are pretending to be him! A warranted legal documentation requiring a subjects attendance at a hearing. hey try posting it one more time I think I missed it. The trooper said he smelled alcohol, and did a field sobriety test. Hi Romesha, Meanwhile,Adema, who alleged abuse from Aarum in the 1990s at The Chapel,confronted Aarum himself over a video callin early 2020. I pray that today would be the day of salvation for all of my imposters, nay-sayers, and those who have fewer better things to do than to chat online about news from almost 10 years ago. [7], Pitts has not attended seminary or theological college, but is self-taught from tapes, CDs, books, and other materials. Jon Schuerholz, executive pastor at Cornerstone Church in Grand Island CarolynMcDonald's childhoodchurch was present, andpushed the board memberstotake action. In 2020, The Chapel hiredMinistrySafe,a consulting company supported bylaw firmLove & Norris thatprovidesthird-party investigations of abuse allegations in Christian ministries,to conduct an independent investigation into theclaims. I think not. The divine person, the Holy Spirit, was promised and sent to the early Church for empowerment in Christian living and demonstrations of God's power. I doubt, however, that he likes to advertise his legal difficulties. Sorry, I do buy it. If you have a stack of books, Im saying theres quite a difference, pretty obvious difference, between your stack and his stack of books. He demanded details and full eye contact. Its apparent because these people cannot govern their own lives, they turn a blind eye and enable Pitts to continue his charade and deception. Pastor Michael is, despite his lack of formal education, one of the most intelligent men I have ever known. Just excuses. ooooh scary. He has dozens and dozens of engagements annually. Thats your defensiveness rising up in you. You said it best, Pastor Pitts one of great teachers of Gods word in this generation, I invite you to attend Cornerstone and see for yourself. Please accept my most heartfelt apologies, but Ill keep this up for people who have standards different than yours. When asked if he had even been confronted about his interactions with teen girls at campbyboard members, Ranch employees or volunteers, Aarum said no family member or Ranchboard memberhad even complained to him regarding his conduct. Sheexplained how it took months of therapy to realizethat herinteractions with Aarumdidnt happen because he loved her like a father. I personally was really impressed with how Pastor handled the service. Go Denny!! In a May 7, 2021, email, Aarum said there were occasions, such as when problems arose at the Ranch, when he wouldhaveto enter a space where a female counselor is present.. A USA TODAY NETWORK investigation found thatAarum, 55,touchedat least 16teenage girls inappropriately, some on multiple occasions, according to their firsthand accounts. There is no demonstration of true Godly love at Cornerstone, just a lot of judgmental attitudes and self-righteousness. Michael Pitts has accomplished more in his ministry already than you (edward) will ever accomplish. Youre defensiveness is coming out. Ultimately false doctrine will lead to sinful actions, no doubt. Pastor Pitts oversees aVAST NETWORKof churches throughout the country and outside the United States. Looking at his website, and how everything came to be, he talks more about how this is what he wanted (the ministry) and not enough about what God wanted. Unfortunately, there is no one to rebuke him sharply, openly and to his face until he repents. Its the one incident where an I was out of the country alibi is obviously false. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. In court, when another defendant recognized Pastor Pitts and asked why he was there he said, You know, you dont get through life without taking a few little bumps.. Theres really no other option unless you want to be partakers of their sins. Michael Pitts will, Im sure, be more than happy to tell them about the good things Cornerstone does. I have questioned if his indescrepencies subtract from the validity of his message. I can say with extreme certainty that Pastor Pitts never said that the church did not give him enough for his birthday and never re-passed the offering containers. Its so easy to stand outside a situation and form opinions based on the malarky that the media puts out there, as well as the gossip of others. So, yeah, I certainly dont say God unless Im saying it to speak to Him, or talking about Him to someone else. The people at Cornerstone are blinded to the truth because they worship him. than to poke my nose in the buisness of one man. Also, Im not the one that is acting like this shining beacon of light like you are. They were seated off to the sidein the dining hall, while a few other people milled around. It went unchecked. LOL, hes out using his Understudy degree!! Gillis didnt thinkto lookatWayne Aarums personnel file at the time, he said. Just was surprised when she told me who she was! I had never been to Cornerstone prior to that, but a memember and friend ask me to attend. MinistrySafelawyer Kimberlee Norris spentmonthsinterviewingdozens ofvictims, witnesses and corroborating sources. No worries though because GOD never sleeps. If people want to support Pastor Pitts, so be it. At least as of a few years ago, he was living in a half-million-dollar home on 30 acres, wearing designer duds, and driving a Cadillac. You can unsubscribe at any time. Although I find posting here quite enjoyable. Thanks for your review. And if they are out of control spiritually and naturally, where does that leave those following them? His roles asyouth pastor atBuffalo-area churchThe Chapelin the 1990s and then as presidentat Circle C RanchinruralCattaraugus Countyplaced him in close proximitytodozens ofgirls particularly youth group members from area churches, andcamp staff members. The organizations legal counsel at the time, Julia Hilliker, a partner at major Western New York law firm Hodgson Russ LLP,investigated the initial abuse claims. The Blade is a terrible newspaper devoid of ethics and integrity! God takes care of His own Lily, I think youd better remember that and to finish that statement you can look to the Bible! Please call 419-725-5000 if youd like to discuss further. Besides, Ive said repeatedly, (if you care to look), that God will deal with Pitts, and Im really sick to death of the whole thing. Get Involved. Linda A. Smith, 63, of Holland, Erie County, who worked as Circle Cs business manager between 2005 and2006, said shefelt honoredto be working atthe Ranchwhen she was first hired.