So what it will look like in 10 years is hard to know, but we think its going to actually accelerate that problem.". I actually think were going to see an increasing number of people whove lost connectedness with their faith community, with their usual rhythms and practices. The pair then stopped at his home, where the attack allegedly occurred. I have my 15-year-old son and my 74-year-old mother whois sick with Alzheimers who I am responsible for. Former senior pastor of The Potter's House Church of Denver Chris Hill, who resigned in 2017 over an alleged affair with a married parishioner, confirmed Tuesday that he was arrested on New Year's Eve and jailed for just over a week in Atlanta in a harrowing experience he said left him feeling dehumanized. Also, the building needed many repairs. Potter's House Denver Pastor Chris Hill (at center in bottom right photo) poses with his god-daughter Shirnae and her husband Arthur McFarlane III on their wedding day September 26, 2014. To enjoy our website, you'll need to enable JavaScript in your web browser. COVID-19 forced every church in America to rethink how to best serve their parishioners and the broader community, Toure told the Denver Post. His wedding to Shirnae in September 2014 was officiated by Pastor Hill. What a Great Pastor! Several weeks ago, Joy Hill, Chris Hill's wife of more than 20 years, alleged in a mass text message to church members that she was able to verify that her husband carried on an affair with their young goddaughter, Shirnae McFarlane, who got married to Arthur McFarlane III on September 26, 2014. Theyve been having an affair for SEVERAL months, and he finally admitted it yesterday (after I hired a private investigator to have them followed over the past 6 weeks), Joy Hill reportedly said in the text message first cited by the Obnoxious Television blog, which broke the news about the late Bishop Eddie Longs cancer last September. I take care of that child. Madhya Pradesh: Home of Indian man who urinated on tribal worker - BBC He was a former youth and associate pastor of the T.D. Im his sole support. A married Denver pastor has resigned after allegations that he was cheating with his godchild his married godchild. This newest information that has come to light, has most folks giving them the side eye. It was established in Prescott, Arizona in 1970 by Wayman Mitchell. Chris Hill, a Jakes proteg who is pastor of the The Potters House Church Of Denver, left his post earlier this month. Jakes' son-in-law and daughter, Toure and Sarah Jakes Roberts. It wasnt so much that it was physical as it was spiritual and totally, just totally dehumanizing, the 50-year-old preacher said. My friends, colleagues or anyone who cares about justice help me get out of jail. Jakes, said in a Facebook Live broadcast as he described how he was processed at the Clayton County Sheriffs Office. Oh my God! he said of his marriage. TD Jakes' Daughter Sarah Jakes & Husband Take Over | Praiseworld Radio Husband Now 'Separated' From Woman in Alleged Affair With Potter's If you are called to be righteous and Christ like we the ppl need to root out bad behavior and stop making excuses. That number grew by double from 11% 10 years ago. Join thousands of others to get the FREEDOM POST newsletter for free, sent twice a week from The Christian Post. Any future leadership appointments will be evaluated by the board at a later date," the church said. The church is led by T.D. 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Jakes. | (Photo: Screenshot via Facebook) No charge. Nathan's hot dog eating contest crowns Joey Chestnut men's How are you today? A religious liberty newsletter that is a must-read for people of faith. Thats why #freechrishill, he said. the potters house denver church scandal | The Church Lady Blogs In snaps celebrating their nuptials, Joy Hillnoted how proud she wasof their marriage. Jakes of the Potter's House in Dallas, Texas (R) and his protege, Pastor Chris Hill of the Potter's House of Denver in Colorado. Denver Campus of T.D. Jakes' Potter's House to Sell Building Jakes Ministries; Facebook). ONE | A Potter's House Church On Christmas Eve, for example, members of the 221-year-old, 15,000-square-foot First Presbyterian Church of Bellefonte in Pennsylvania held their final service and shuttered their church after the pandemic reduced their in-person attendance to 12. Jakes, Hill said in a statement he shared on Instagramthat he had been getting help with his struggles and Jakes noted that he was working on his relationship with his wife. I never said a word. Hills marriage and his ministry began unraveling in early 2017 when his then-wife of more than 20 years alleged in a mass text message to church members that she was able to verify that her husband had been carrying on an affair with their young goddaughter,Shirnae McFarlane, who married Arthur McFarlane III on Sept. 26, 2014. I just believe that this is what the grace of God is for," Jakes said in a clip of Hills restoration. In the text, Joy Hill alleged that she was able to verify that her husband carried on an affair with their young goddaughter,Shirnae McFarlane,who got married to Arthur McFarlane III on September 26, 2014. the text continued. They made their comments during a discussionabout the impact of the pandemic on Christians aged 18-29. noted follower torontomermaid. Potter's House Preacher Resigns After Alleged Affair With Married Some 35% of pastors reported attendance levels between 50% and 70% for the period, while another 30% reported attendance levels between 70% and 90%. Look, look; look, Hes coming The Bridegroom is AyDeji releases I Choose Joy featuring Gbemiga Adejumo. A 5-part, interactive group experience to get to know us, get to know you, and get going. Help keep The Christian Post free for everyone by making a one-time donation today. "This is a tremendous church and we are so honored to be given the privilege to serve the Denver community. I think it will. The Potter's House Denver will sell its property and continue with its worship services online only according to a recent announcement. "@pastorchrishilland I were the proud god-parents at the wedding of Shirnae and Arthur McFarlane tonight," she wrote. The representative could not, however, immediately reveal the circumstances behind the pastors arrest. Free speech in peril: The judiciary to the rescue? I threw his clothes in our DRY/EMPTY hot tub," Joy Hill reportedly said in the text message first cited by the Obnoxious Television blog, which broke the news about the late Bishop Eddie Long's cancer last September. (Photos: T.D. And by the Saturday, I reached out to my staff and I said, 'Say something. . Get our latest stories in the feed of your favorite networks. ICJ is a heartfelt song that Sandra Lamb releases It Will Be Alright. 9495 East Florida Avenue Denver, CO 80246 (303) 369-8514 The reality [is] I divorced 10 years ago, he said. "We look forward to Pastors Tour & Sarah Roberts serving our church and our city.". Artiste: Fidelis Omusi Song Title: The Blood For I have received of the Lord Praiseworld Collective a new emerging group has released their debut single Rest featuring Kanyinsola ARE YOU READY? The Potter's House Denver is part of the pseudo-denomination of of TD Jakes Potter's House Ministry and has a sister campus in Los Angeles that is unimpacted by the events in this article. The Potter's House Church of Denveralso announced on Sunday that founding pastor of the One Church LA, Tour Roberts, and his wife Sarah, who is Jakes' daughter, had succeeded Hill as the new senior pastors of the 5,000-member congregation. Jakes son-in-law and daughter, Toure and Sarah Jakes Roberts. Please click here to learn how. The Denver church was not available for further comment at the time this report was filed. Former Denver church official charged with child sexual assault I didnt miss a court date. Senior government official Nilamber Mishra told Hindustan Times newspaper that around 400 sqft of Mr Shukla's house which was "constructed illegally . The Church leadership will respect their privacy at this time as any further decisions about the state of their marriage will be a private one between them and their families, the statement continued. Hill's wife Joy (at center in top right photo) recently alleged that he has been engaged in a months long affair with Shirnae. All of us here at the Potter's House Denver are praying for Pastor Hill and his wife as they embark upon this very personal journey. I dont pay child support because I have the child. My wife Sarah and I along with our children are excited for the challenge ahead. It must stop!" "You have to learn how to walk into the job where you know they hate you and say 'good morning. When asked to comment on the situation in earlier reports, Jake's ministry referred all questions to the Denver church. 1270 Woodhaven Blvd Fort Worth, Texas 76112 (817) 446-1999. . Two Sundays ago, however, Bishop Jakes laid hands on him and declared restoration. Marco Robinson. After getting blessed by T.D. The shuttering of The Potters House of Denver comes as many churches nationwide are being forced to make the difficult choice of abandoning their buildings due to dwindling attendance sometimes without the prospect of a virtual alternative.