As for the pastor . John Blanchard, the Virginia pastor who was arrested in a sex sting operation only to have his charges later dropped, is once more stepping away from his duties as lead pastor of Rock Church International in Virginia Beach. This exoneration comes after nearly 11 months of delays and continuances. Blanchard, the pastor of Rock Church in Virginia Beach, was arrested and charged for solicitation of prostitution in Chesterfield County in 2021. God continued to move and grow the ministry, opening doors to broadcast on national television reaching millions of people with the gospel. A wreck it is. I was so nave that I didnt even realize, until after replaying it to a friend and talking to an attorney, what had actually happened, Sellers said. This message has taken his ministry to dozens of countries all over the world and the USA and to procure a Masters of DivinityDegree from OralRoberts University. Information recently released on Facebook by Republican state Delegate and attorney Tim Anderson, who represents the Virginia Beach area, shows that the case against the megachurch pastor was dismissed only after a discussion between Chesterfield County Commonwealth's Attorney Stacey Davenport and the pastor's defense attorney. Except Blanchard would have been watching Hawt Lezbo Action a common theme in Straight Male Porn. Along with Brent, I also believe the woman who alleged sexual assault by Blanchard. 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. "This guy just has to go . 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. Like Douggie ESQUIRE of Vision Forum doing his Commanders Handmaid? John & Robin Blanchard are the Senior Pastors of the Rock Church of Virginia Beach. Blanchard was one of 17 people arrested in Chesterfield County as part of a two-day sting operation in October 2021. Thanks Todd and Christiane for your comments. Or are folks afraid of his threats of legal action? Pastor John was. caught up last year in a prostitution sting, driving to meet up for sex at a local motel, a bail document provided Wednesday to The Daily Beast by the Chesterfield County General District Court, Blanchards arrest warrant in the prostitution sting, reportedly showed additional travel by Blanchard to Pennsylvania and West Virginia, students must sign at the beginning of the year, one business named Zion Solutions that is incorporated in Virginia, touts himself online as the founder of TechDirect, which range in size from 6.5-feet tall to nearly 10 feet. Two days after his initial court appearance, the judge agreed to drop the restriction but said that Blanchard only can travel outside of the state for work purposes. He needs to be out of the Rock Church ASAP until this is resolved. ", The transcription goes on to say Blanchard said he never solicited anyone for sex and never confirmed in the messages he wanted any sexual contact. CHESTERFIELD, Va. On October 11, 2022, all charges related to attempted solicitation of an underage minor were dropped against John Blanchard, a senior pastor at Rock Church International in . Access to MinistryWatch content is free. The first advice I would offer anyone who saw this on a church website is RUN. I was just going to talk. It doesnt matter concerning his position in church. 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. That meant the charges would be dropped, but could be refiled again at a later date if prosecutors felt they had enough evidence against Blanchard to move forward. A police department member, whose name is redacted in the FOIA response, asked Michev why the case against Blanchard was nolle prossed, according to emails cited by WTVR. John Blanchard serves as the pastor of Rock Church in Virginia Beach. John Blanchard (pictured) and his wife, Robin, serve as senior pastors of The Rock Church of Virginia Beach. Pastor Blanchard has voluntarily stepped back as lead pastor and from all his ministerial duties until this present situation is totally resolved. LOL Take the wife to the meeting with the Lady of the Night. Listen to Moses and the Blood MP3 Song by Rev. Anderson has been posting about the case on social media, calling on Stacey Davenport, Commonwealths Attorney of Chesterfield County, to explain why the charges against Blanchard were dropped. . In the documents, investigators say they posed as a 17-year-old girl online for prostitution and received a message from Blanchard. I intend to move the court to appoint a special prosecutor to determine whether this case should now be prosecuted," Davenport said. Education. However, we hope you will support our work with your prayers and financial gifts. Sellers ultimately decided to report her sexual assault to police. 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. As ministers of justice, prosecutors are required to individually evaluate the strength of the evidence provided by the police in each case. please be aware that for many years, Rock Church on Kempsville Rd. Why did you make these decisions on our behalf? Pastor John Blanchard and his wife Pastor Robin Blanchard are the Senior Pastors of the Rock Church International in Virginia Beach Virginia. They chose to sin. We need to report sin wherever we see it and bring to justice illegal acts as these. I imagine they would be frustrated when Blanchard seemed to get off the charges. He believes that Rock Church has handled this situation poorly. Police charged him with soliciting prostitution from a minor over 16-years-old and using a vehicle to promote prostitution or unlawful sex. Hobbs added he believes the woman alleging sexual assault. I think that church leaders need to be brave and act accordingly.. Sr. PastorandCEO @ The Rock Church. Rock Church - John Blanchard - Defeating the Spirit of Python Pt.1. Under the guidance of our legal counsel, We cannot make a statement or comment concerning the accusations against Rev. Oh, I forgot. Max: How about taking your wife along to do that, pastor. Still, questions remain as to why Davenport personally involved herself in Blanchard's case and why she believed the original evidence was insufficient. John Blanchard at this time. Church leadership knew and decided not to remove him from his position.. The prosecutor in a statement to the Court indicated that due to new information coming to light and lack of evidence, they will no longer be pursuing charges against Blanchard. She pressed charges, but Blanchard was acquitted, Sellers said. I view this as two sinners regardless of their color. Today, the Rock Church has impacted the world with over 500 churches internationally. However, he touts himself online as the founder of TechDirect, a self-described LED screen solution for churches.. Then he assaulted her, she said. Are his overseers asking him these challenging questions? People have been asking for some answers, for some light. 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 dismissed Tuesday at the request of prosecutors, according to the Chesterfield County court clerk's office. 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? Even though the pastor was acquitted after the assistant pressed charges, she says, It did happen to me. Sarah Einselen is an award-winning writer and editor based in Texas. Church Discipline That's a fact, and that's not something that we . Business travel with Zion Solutions. And yes, no church is better than an apostate one. I imagine there is a great deal of confusion at this point. Texts a phone number posted on a known sex worker website, 3. What was it? I would guess the social network goes much deeper. The "minor" was an undercover detective posing as a 17-year-old sex worker as part of a prostitution operation, police said. Hmmm lets check out the Scripture on that: For what business is it of mine to judge outsiders (non-believers)? Forgive him if he genuinely repents? Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. RELATED: Charges dropped against John Blanchard, Virginia Beach pastor accused of trying to solicit a minor, In the messages with the undercover detectives, Blanchard agreed to meet at a place by the Chesterfield Mall, but first, he asked the person: "Are you affiliated with law enforcement in any way?". By: Tyler Layne. ", "If Ms. Davenport chooses to frame those questions as a political attack, so be it," Katz said. At one point, she said, she reached out to a church counselor shed previously met with weekly, saying she missed her and wanted to talk. If so, why was he in the hotel? Megachurch asks congregants to forgive pastor for prostitution arrest because all have sinned. Absolutely not! While denouncing those of us in various fandoms who KNOW were dealing with imaginary worlds and critters and magic. 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. 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. Anderson referred us to comments he has already made to other media outlets and on his Facebook page. JOHN D. BLANCHARD VICE PRESIDENT OF CHURCH PLANTING & GLOBAL EXPANSION. CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) Virginia Beach pastor John Blanchard is stepping back from his lead pastoral duties at Rock Church International, according to a statement from the church. He was arrested at a hotel where he was supposed to meet a detective posing as a 17-year-old girl. But according to Rock Church, Blanchard was to step back from his preaching. To make a donation,click here. As any sensible person would conclude. Toll free: (866) 364-9980, Virginia Beach Megachurch Pastor Charged with Soliciting Minors Online for Sex, Charges Against Virginia Pastor of Soliciting Sex With a Minor Dropped, EDITORS NOTEBOOK: Trouble for Bryan College, The Importance of Financial Oversight, and Police Chief Defends Case Against Pastor John Blanchard, Police Chief Objects to Decision to Drop Child Solicitation Charges Against Virginia Megachurch Pastor John Blanchard, Criminal Case Against Pastor John Blanchard to be Reviewed by Special Prosecutor. But Davenport said she'd have to remove herself from the case, blaming Katz and Anderson. has been the site of police funerals for officers slain while on duty. She came out and didn't even answer any questions from the press.". deceitful above all things, and desperately sick; who can understand it? The heart of a WHITE EVANGELICAL is ChurchLeaders reached out to Stacey Davenport and Tim Anderson for comment. After the arrest, he was seen on stage in Rock Church's Facebook live stream, speaking to people in the pews on Oct. 31, 2021. The incoming message from Blanchard did not answer that question but instead asked for more details about the meet-up location. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way. Posted at 10:57 AM, Oct 11, 2022 . "Unfortunately more questions than answers have now been raised. John Blanchard, the Virginia pastor who was arrested in a sex sting operation only to have his charges later dropped, is once more stepping away from his duties as lead pastor of Rock Church International in Virginia Beach. Thats what I was looking for. REV. 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. Pastor Juan Salinas will officiate. His lawyer, T. Noel Brooks, did not respond to a request for comment. Tragically familiar pattern of predatory sexual abuse and gaslighting of victim and protection of the predator by the very people who should be protecting her. Although everyone must address their own convictions and consequences, our assignment as believers is not to condemn, but to be agents of Gods love, healing, justice, and reconciliation. Blanchard's lawyer asked that the judge consider changing the conditions of Blanchard's bond which stipulated he could not leave the state. That they had been duped for a period of time by this person The same thing that can make a woman stay with an abuser or a drunk. You can read more about the church's response here. Anderson said. Prices for TechDirects turnkey LCD monitors, which range in size from 6.5-feet tall to nearly 10 feet, start at just over $32,000 and run as high as $62,000. He insisted that he wasnt sure what would have happened had his plan materialized and he had intended to just talk. Franssen said she trusts the police department to do its job and is thankful Chief Katz made his concerns public. By: Alton Worley II. Play Video. That this pastor solicited what he thought was an underage girl makes it even worse. Max: As any sensible person would conclude. Blanchard was one of 17 men arrested in late October in a sting where a police officer posed online as a teenage girl offering sex. And denial and collusion by wife and family. His congregation needs to forgive him. 1/3 https://t.co/2PHkVGmEfJ, © 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 - The Wartburg Watch. (Photo: Chesterfield County Jail) In the wake of the arrest of a Virginia megachurch pastor accused of soliciting sex from a minor, a former church employee has come forward saying the pastor sexually assaulted her in 2018. "The wheels of justice are back in motion.". Bishop Anne, Pastor Mrs Robin the Rock are nice to ladies as a headline issue. The pastor at a nearby Southern Baptist church criticized Rock Churchs poor handling of the situation. We anticipate his resumption of church duties in the near future. Return to homepage. The judge's decision allowed Blanchard to continue working/serving at Rock Church locations other than the one in Virginia Beach from which he "stepped back" from his duties after his arrest. Spiritual abuse and sexual abuse in an evil cocktail. Even assuming she is totally unaware and innocent, wouldnt this be a huge shock? Blanchard Springs Baptist Church: . The pastor alleged that he was driving and did not see the text message informing him that the person was 17. Gimenez remains the churchs bishop. Interment will follow at Knollcrest Cemetery. 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. Legalities aside, he has proven himself, beyond any reasonable doubt, that he is unfit to hold any office in a church pastor, deacon, elder, bishop, or anything else! During this season, Bishop Anne Gimenez will be stepping in as Lead Pastor and sharing the pulpit with Pastor Robin Blanchard. Folks, we are all susceptible to believing we are discerning from the get-go. 13News Now also reached out to Rock Church leaders in Virginia Beach multiple times for a comment, but we have not heard back. He was charged with felony solicitation . Ministry credentials, a touch of charisma and a gift of gab do not always equal a prophetic voice to the body of Christ., How can a congregation deal with a pastor who is out, then in, then out, then in?. I am also grateful for Brent Hobbs, who I believe is a writer from SBC Voices as well as a full-time pastor. Pastor Blanchard has voluntarily stepped back as lead pastor and from all his ministerial duties until this present situation is totally resolved. has been the site of police funerals for officers slain while on duty. Oh, I forgot. He was arrested at a hotel where he was supposed to meet a detective posing as a 17-year-old girl. New TWW post. For example, perhaps the lead pastor has a charismatic, persuasive personality, and the visitor is in awe of his preaching style. How about black pastors such as Al Sharpton, Jesse Jackson or the revered MLK jr. who is known to have had affairs with a number of women in his congregation. According to the Christian Post inMegachurch asks congregants to forgive pastor for prostitution arrest because all have sinned Well, bless his heart. We anticipate his resumption of church duties in the near future.. I think the size of the sanctuary was big enough to accommodate large numbers of attendees, and the location certainly is also a factor in choosing. This apostolic ministry is committed to equipping people from the cradle to the grave to fulfill the purpose of God. Code of Blue Cop will always side with Cop against Not-Cop. Today its CHRISTIANS who have become the People of the Lie. When you have crazy faith sometimes it makes you do crazy things, Blanchard said. This concerns me. The outpouring of love has been overwhelming and we appreciate all of those who have reached out to be an encouragement to us! Jenna Sellers told The Roys Report that she started attending Rock Church of Virginia Beach in 2010. Solid Rock Baptist Church: 16663 Fm 2109 N: Zavalla: TX: 75980 (936) 897-3099: Son Light Baptist Church: 1129 N 6th Ave: Knoxville: TN: 37917-6754 I think the church (in all its derivatives, both catholic and protestant) needs to re-think its positions on human sexuality. Because this may once again become a future pending criminal case, I cannot make any further comments on the facts or the circumstances surrounding anything related to this matter," she said. In this statement, Rock Church seemed to overlook the possibility that these charges could be brought again. Part one of the statement from Rock International Church. In the last hearing at Chesterfield County Juvenile Court, prosecutors set the prostitution charges against Blanchard aside, but they can bring those charges back in the future. But Sellers never heard a word in response. (Seriously, if he was in a prostitution sting, did the funds come from the church?). l, We cannot make a statement or comment concerning the accusations against Rev. Even though the pastor was acquitted after the assistant pressed charges, she says, It did happen to me. Church leadership knew and decided not to remove him from his position.. Also, any comments with profanity, name-calling, and/or a nasty tone will be deleted. 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. I mean no accusations towards any collusion no. ", In addition, the documents show he told police officers he "was planning on talking and that's why, you know, the texts are the way they are, because that's what I was trying to say.". The Rock Church in Virginia Beach, Va., installed two senior pastors Monday as part of a celebration of 45 years in ministry. In a statement posted Wednesday, the church asked believers not to condemn., Under the guidance of our legal counsel, We cannot make a statement or comment concerning the accusations against Rev. It would destroy their perfect world. The records show he said, "I can't have charges, I didn't do anything wrong. Thats where John Blanchard and his wife, Robin Blanchard, are senior pastors. During this season, Bishop Anne Gimenez will be stepping in as Lead Pastor and sharing the pulpit with Pastor Robin Blanchard.. He first appeared at the pulpit armed with a shofar he said he found in the host pastors office. 50:46. The Roys Report left a voicemail seeking comment from Rock Church but did not immediately hear back. While she did not reveal the new information, an email that Katz reportedly sent to Davenport on Jan. 17 suggests it could be a video obtained through a search warrant that "incontrovertibly validates police assertions that Blanchard knowingly sought to engage in sex with an underage girl in a Chesterfield County hotel room on the day of the arrest.". Your tax-deductible gift helps our journalists report the truth and hold Christian leaders and organizations accountable. Gimenez remains the churchs bishop. We have always believed in Johns innocence. It was inappropriate. Nolle prosequi means prosecutors could potentially bring those charges again. She said that in 2018, Blanchard offered to come to her home to help her work on the church's website. After setting up a place to meet in person, police arrested all of them on October 29, including Blanchard, 51. A few years later, Sellers said, John Blanchard asked her to work part-time on the website for TechDirect, a company he founded to provide LED screens to churches. As followers of Christ, we must remember that redemption, salvation, grace, mercy and healing are all gifts given to the children of God. Opinion: What is Revivaland is it Happening at Asbury? Loss aversion The judge granted the attorneys about two months to sort out how they want the case to move forward. . Although resources like that can save us a lot of time and money, it's a problem if we attempt to apply a DIY attitude toward our faith. Anderson was present for Davenport's announcement Thursday. We would ask that the privacy of the Blanchard family be respected as they walk through this difficult journey together. LCU. 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