She said knew she knew it was wrong done with and yet somehow she found herself at his house. "The wheels of justice are back in motion.". Buffaloman11 Live!! Wherever there is money & power gained through religious position, there will be self-interest & hypocrisy. -Julie Roys, Blanchard and his wife, Robin Blanchard, are the senior pastors of Rock Church. Pastor John Blanchard was arrested late last month after . The Church condemns sexual immorality of any kind and in any form by its members and leaders and especially holds its leaders to a high standard of accountability on any lifestyle choices that could reflect negatively on the reputation of the Church or disparage the character of the Savior whom it purports to represent. 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Enough of a shock that its worth a church giving her the time and space to regroup before having her attempt to lead a group of 2,000 people who know her deepest marital traumas? This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. John Blanchard, the pastor of Rock Church in Virginia Beach, was accused by Chesterfield Police of driving more than two hours up to a local hotel to meet a "minor" for prostitution. She doesn't explain her decisions, and if you don't have a good answer, it's probably best not to get stumbled up by a bunch of reporters," said Delegate Tim Anderson. John Blanchard, along with his wife, Robin, is still listed as a senior pastor at Rock Church on the church's website as of this writing. Church Discipline Rock Church is committed to honesty and integrity in dealing with charges or accusations of sexual misconduct or immorality among its leaders and will support any investigation arising from accusations of violation of this standard among its staff and leaders in an effort to find the truth and to protect its members, church families and their children, at all times, the statement continued. The outpouring of love has been overwhelming and we appreciate all of those who have reached out to be an encouragement to us! People have been asking for some answers, for some light. In a statement posted Wednesday, the church asked believers not to condemn., He wont come back until this is totally resolved. Yeah, right. Charges accusing Rock Church International Pastor John Blanchard of arranging to meet a person he thought was a teenage girl for sex in a motel room were . For example, perhaps the lead pastor has a charismatic, persuasive personality, and the visitor is in awe of his preaching style. During this season, Bishop Anne Gimenez will be stepping in as Lead Pastor and sharing the pulpit with Pastor Robin Blanchard. 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He wants to look into this more carefully and determine why the charges were dropped. A defense attorney for Rock Church International Pastor John Blanchard initially struck a deal with Chesterfield County Commonwealth's Attorney Stacey Davenport of Virginia to do a psychosexual evaluation and sex offender-related counseling in exchange for tabling a child prostitution case against him. Association of Related Churches On the list was 51-year-old Virginia Beach pastor John Blanchard. During this season, Bishop Anne Gimenez will be stepping in as Lead Pastor and sharing the pulpit with Pastor Robin Blanchard.. Access to MinistryWatch content is free. Example video title will go here for this video. Michev said a misdemeanor charge was not pursued because "we wouldn't get anything out of a misdemeanor conviction." Just like that one abusive pastor who made sure he was a police chaplain (i.e. In an Oct. 11 statement on Facebook, Rock Church officials announced that Blanchard was cleared of all charges by prosecutors from the Chesterfield County Courthouse. It elaborates on the sex-sting operation that nabbed the lead pastor of Rock Church International in Virginia Beach.The report is prompting backlash from an official who speculates that a deal was involved and that prosecutors abused their discretion. John Blanchard at this time, says the statement on Rock Churchs website. Blanchard was one of 17 people arrested in Chesterfield County as part of a two-day sting operation in October 2021. Her shoulder was in pain that evening and he kept offering to rub it even after she declined, she told a local TV station. Blanchard, the pastor of Rock Church in Virginia Beach, was accused by Chesterfield Police of driving more than two hours up to a local hotel to meet a "minor" for prostitution. The Roys Report left a voicemail seeking comment from Rock Church but did not immediately hear back. Unfortunately, having seen cases mishandled or swept under the rug, I will believe it when I read about the resolution of the Blanchard mess here. Today, the Rock Church has impacted the world with over 500 churches internationally. When investigators say they called the number associated with the text messages, the cell phone Blanchard had that night rang. The cases from the Chesterfield Police Departments October 2021 sting operation, which include this particular case, involved a Chesterfield detective posing as a 17-year-old online. Hope youll give us another try and check out some other articles. They documented it for records. The incoming message from Blanchard did not answer that question but instead asked for more details about the meet-up location. Incredibly, a church building became available in Norfolk for revival services which was soon overflowing with spiritually hungry people. Virginia Church Urges Believers Not To Condemn As Pastor Arrested in Sex Sting Op Steps Away From Duties Again: Scandal-Plagued Virginia Pastor Returns to Pulpit, Threatening Legal Action. The first advice I would offer anyone who saw this on a church website is RUN. Like Douggie ESQUIRE of Vision Forum doing his Commanders Handmaid? But God, who is rich in mercy, because of His great love with which He loved us, even when we were dead in trespasses, made us alive together with Christ (by grace you have been saved) -Ephesians 2:4-5, Dear children, let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth. 1 John 3:18. The only thing that is curious is that the statement hasnt changed on the Rock Church website. Even though the pastor was acquitted after the assistant pressed charges, she says, It did happen to me. Blanchard continued to preach at the church, too, even though others in church leadership knew of Sellers allegation. Copyright 2023 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. However, he touts himself online as the founder of TechDirect, a self-described LED screen solution for churches.. "But he was treated differently. Robin, is still listed as a senior pastor at Rock Church on the church's website as of this writing. Continuing with the Christian Post, we learn: After almost a year of legal maneuvering, the charges against Blanchard were withdrawn, or nolle prosequi, ahead of a criminal trial in October. He said he's glad another prosecutor will be taking an independent look at the case. Are his overseers asking him these challenging questions? How can a congregation deal with a pastor who is out, then in, then out, then in? Hampton Roads locals open up about healthcare following Biden's speech, Supreme Court hears arguments for and against student loan forgiveness; Norfolk residents react, FORECAST: No roaring lion this year to start March, Hampton Roads breaks 1975 record for warmest February 23rd, Charges dropped against John Blanchard, Virginia Beach pastor accused of trying to solicit a minor, posted the documents about Blanchard's arrest on Facebook, Chesterfield County top prosecutor responds to criticism about handling of Blanchard case. It "is a systematic assessment of a client's social and sexual history, deviant or paraphilic interests, and the risk of sexual reoffending in the future. CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. Chesterfield County Commonwealth's Attorney Stacey Davenport spoke publicly to the media for the first time Thursday morning since controversy began mounting over her decision to drop charges against a pastor involved in a sex sting operation. I trust and support the hardworking local law enforcement officers and thank them for all they do. John Blanchard Steps Away Again. You can read more of the initial story here. I do not view this case, as one of a non-white pastor. Here is the most important thing to consider. Coming from a background in atheism and a dysfunctional childhood, John's heart is to reach a generation with a message of hope through the healing and delivering power of Jesus Christ. A Virginia megachurch pastor has returned to the pulpitagainand says hes moving forward with legal action, following an ongoing saga that began last year when he was caught in a prostitution sting. Rock Church is committed to honesty and integrity in dealing with charges or accusations of sexual misconduct or immorality among its leaders and will support any investigation arising from accusations of violation of this standard among its staff and leaders in an effort to find the truth and to protect its members, church families and their children, at all times. Also, EVERY pedophile who gets arrested for child solicitation says they just wanted to talk. They care so much about these kids that they just want to give them a stern fatherly warning about talking to older creepy men. Walking in the Spirit instead of the Flesh and all that. I think the church (in all its derivatives, both catholic and protestant) needs to re-think its positions on human sexuality. We have been encouraged by his posture throughout, and we remain so. Rock Churchs Wednesday statement begins: Rock Church encourages godly lifestyles by all of its members and leaders, in keeping with the tenets of the Bible. You work for us," Franssen said. By racial statements? deceitful above all things, and desperately sick; who can understand it? Old Timer: By the way, could someone please update me regarding the status of the DOJ investigation of the SBC mentioned back in August 2022? I sincerely pray that law enforcement will probe into Blanchards activities. The app features breaking news alerts, live video, weather radar, traffic incidents, closings and delays and more. "Tell us what you're doing to work for us. ", "The evaluation is intended to identify any particular treatment needs of the client, and to propose a treatment plan to meet those needs," the law group's explainer sheet states. Blanchard's attorney would only say he was "pleased with the outcome" of the case. Have to find another church (if leadership continues to refuse to take action) and leave place where they are comfortable at. Sovereign Grace Ministries Prayers for Gods justice and healing for all the precious ones injured by Christians in authority, especially those further traumatised by not being believed and protected. When checking out the website prospectively, one has not yet been sucked into the churchs dynamics. In a bail document provided Wednesday to The Daily Beast by the Chesterfield County General District Court, Blanchard reports an income of $30,000 a month from his work in technology. Under family ties, Blanchards wife and 6-year-old daughter are listed. Play Video. My dad sent letters telling them about this man. Blanchard, 52, was released on $20,000 bond shortly after his Oct. 29 arrest, and voluntarily stepped down from his position at Rock Church. Will check in weekly w/ bondsman.. Old Timer: I sincerely pray that law enforcement will probe into Blanchards activities. I would guess the social network goes much deeper. Give a gift of $30 or more to The Roys Report this month, and you will receive Escaping the Maze of Spiritual Abuse by Dr. Lisa Oakley and Justin Humphreys. A message from the series "Daily Devotional Videos." Pastor Rick reminds us that with tools like YouTube you can find videos that will show you how to accomplish any Do-It-Yourself video. Kim's funeral will be 11 a.m. Thursday at Church of the Living God, 701 N. Main St., Findlay. According to a statement from the police, "During the two-day operation, detectives intercepted suspects who believed they were soliciting sex from . Play Video. Before its deletion, 13News Now was able to obtain photos of the post: "We can not make a statement or comment concerning the accusations against Rev. Posted at 10:57 AM, Oct 11, 2022 . The documents said the travel deals with a company called "Zion Solutions" and not Rock Church. Even assuming she is totally unaware and innocent, wouldnt this be a huge shock? Welcome to Northside Church of the Nazarene 739 Francis St., Zanesville, OH 43701, 740-453-4010, info@nsnaz.org (Seriously, if he was in a prostitution sting, did the funds come from the church?). 45:15. We are all committed to walking in integrity and truth at Rock Church International and will continue to take steps to do so. And, believe me when I tell you that my daughter would be in complete agreement with me. Why members continue to attend and support this pastor? When a member of the police department whose name was redacted from the documents asked why the case was dismissed, Michev disclosed that Davenport had conversations with Blanchard's defense attorney, Noel Brooks. She said that in 2018, Blanchard offered to come to her home to help her work on the church's website. ", Upon approval by a judge, rendering the records unavailable would "make sharing of these transcripts, the report, or any other documents, previously released under FOIA a crime.". fired an associate pastor for having affairs. Also, any comments with profanity, name-calling, and/or a nasty tone will be deleted. He faced multiple prostitution-related charges. @olstad_rachel ), Bond amended with agreement of bondsman, it says. I put it to you with a straight face that Rev Blanchard wanted to bring a girl into the Rock religion. As any sensible person would conclude. 13News Now also reached out to Rock Church leaders in Virginia Beach multiple times for a comment, but we have not heard back. VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) A lead pastor at Rock Church Virginia Beach has "voluntarily stepped down" from that role following his recent arrest, a statement from the megachurch confirms. They also include the messages between Blanchard and the undercover detectives. 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