Here are the reasons: first, it was the first project that integrated songs from other Vineyard churches in earnest. I think you will enjoy your visit. In the meantime, the church urges the congregation to Keep praying. In his resignation letter, Gatlin informed the council that he was unable to cooperate with their directives. Thats only for MENaGAWD, not Wimmenfolk! Im grateful for the space. Thatguy: Even worse, there will be many so disillusioned they may avoid the body of Christ forever. Jackson Gatlin, Michael's son, was suspended as Vineyard's young adult and online . The suit claims that Alan Scott exerted "spiritual manipulation and deception" over church staff and members, persuading board members who weren't on his side to resign. They're simply following God's will. It appears that the accusations involve unwanted sexual contact on the part of Jackson. Immediately prior to Michaels resignation, we directed him to provide a statement to the Special Committee detailing his response and the actions he took, if any, to certain allegations of misconduct regarding Jackson Gatlin, says the churchsonline announcement. Thursday, 07 May 2015 06:11 PM EDT. (John Fredricks/The Epoch Times) Up until a few months ago, The Dwelling Place was known as Vineyard Anaheim Churcha pillar of . During that process, we dont want to be overly optimistic or pretend that this isnt heartbreaking and very serious. Allegations of wrongdoing can stir up all kinds of feelings within us, including past hurts. We had also advised him that his failure or refusal to provide information we had requested or to be interviewed by GRACE may result in the termination of his employment.". Send us all positive thoughts and prayers if you believe in the upcoming months. Well, this little music cassette changed Vineyard Music forever and impacted Vineyard worship for years to come. The idea was to do quick and clean productions, under-produced as possible. They notice things that are wrong or broken and they have the vision of how to accomplish what is necessary for healthy change. This has been a dynamic situation with information coming from various sources. We will continue to seek His empowerment in every space that we are in personally, in our churches each week, and as we gather across our regions later this year. A lawsuit claims Alan and Kathryn Scott. If you arent familiar with our Vineyard history, you may be wondering why this is such a difficult moment for our family of churches, and why we are putting so much effort into these communications. VineyardUSA.org features voices of many speakers, authors, and contributors. Members must demand the release of the full report. In the end, the Vineyard Anaheim board refused to sit down with us for an on-the-record conversation, on the grounds that such a conversation would not be relational or honoring but could only be structural and legal. We disagree wholeheartedly. According to The Christian Post, Senior Pastor Michael Gatlin announced that he would be stepping down from the role in an update on the churchs website. As the investigation continues, we want to reaffirm our commitment to Jesus, to the truth, and to putting victims first. In 1995, our lead pastor, Mark Pope, felt led to plant a church that would reach out to the lost within our community on behalf of Jesus Christ.This was the beginning of what is now The Vineyard Church. It was part of the broader Vineyard religious movement. She arrived with a beautiful smile, dressed in a ruby red, sequined gown. As the fact-finding process provides clarity and additional information becomes available, we will determine the appropriate next steps and update the appropriate people. Based on the information provided to VUSA and additional information that has come available since the allegations were made public, Vineyard USA placed Brenda Gatlin on leave, effective February 1, 2023. Please continue to pray for us, as well as the Vineyard Anaheim board, as we pursue peace and clarity. I am currently working with their investigators, and I think this may be a long battle for me and his other victims. The church started with a small group of six meeting in the . The right thing to do, but Its never too late to do the right thing is bittersweet from a victims perspective. Michael in UK(Reply & quote selected text)(Reply to this comment), Michael in UK: interviewer on his barstool the other day grieved at the substance of what has precipitated it (and evidently wasnt coaching the interviewee). WDIO does not normally name people who have not been charged. Erica Lee/CNN. Puritan Board Junior. dee(Reply & quote selected text)(Reply to this comment). Click here to subscribe to the Charisma News newsletter. In a resignation letter, Gatlin wrote that he could not cooperate with GRACE. May you know Jesus even more deeply and experience the power and presence of His Kingdom today and in the days to come. We are Michaels supervisor, yet he missed our deadline and never provided a statement. I hope that the church will support the victims while the police are involved. He told them, 'You also go and work in my vineyard, and I will pay you whatever is right.'. Brenda Gatlins leave directly impacts local Vineyard churches in the Midwest North, Mountain and Northwest Regions her Super Region. And hope does not put us to shame, because Gods love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us. Look up the abuse perpetrated by John Piper and others at his church in the Twin Cities area. He can be reached at jlovrien@duluthnews.com or 218-723-5332. The statement was five years in the making. The Church is the vineyard of God. Holy Spirit, Come! The senior pastor of The Vineyard Church in Duluth, Minnesota, Michael Gatlin, has resigned according to an email sent by The Special Committee of the Church Council. National Vineyard leadership is not so sure that's the Holy Spirit speaking. I have participated in these events at various churches along the way. "He went out again about the sixth hour and the ninth hour and . And, you are not alone. He is the true vine who fulfilled the destiny to which Israel was called. The building [] All information presented on our websites should not be construed as medical consultation or instruction. At every point we sought clarity, they offered obscurity. Even for those who have not been there physically, the history of Vineyard Anaheim has had an impact on every Vineyard church. The Roman Catholic efforts in this endeavor dwarf anything I know of in the Protestant . It was technically a Vineyard church.) "Immediately prior to Michael's resignation, we directed him to provide a statement to the Special Committee detailing his response and the actions he took, if any, to certain allegations of misconduct regarding Jackson Gatlin. We are incredibly excited about the future for the Vineyard in our nation and around the world. This week, xx submitted his resignation as Duluth Vineyard's Senior Pastor. Dr. Crandall Discovered the Truth, AT&T DirecTV Censorship of Newsmax Continues, See More Here, One of their stated core values and beliefs. Newsmax, Moneynews, Newsmax Health, and Independent. Often in the midst of our suffering, that good is in us. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. Jason Clark. Jackson Gatlin, the Youth Pastor of The Vineyard Church, Duluth, Accused of Misconduct, Is Suspended, Along With His Father and Lead Pastor, Michael Gatlin. Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to to contact Robb Morgan, Managing Director of Vineyard USA ((function(){var ml="nr%osvda0ib.gm4uye",mi="13::;=31<702>8590A@716?47;31<",o="";for(var j=0,l=mi.length;j