Homos3xuality Rock RCCG As Two Pastors Fired
The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has suspended two pastors following allegations of hom0s3xuality.
The church announced the suspension in a memo dated October 28, 2024, and signed by Sunday Akande, its national overseer.
The letter, addressed to the special assistant to the general overseer of administration, ordered a thorough investigation into the allegations against the pastors.
The memo further stated that the church’s doctrine does not allow or tolerate any act of homosexuality, citing biblical references.
Akande disclosed that the accused individuals have been temporarily relieved of their responsibilities within the RCCG.
He said an investigation would be conducted within two weeks, adding that the probe would be handled confidentially, with “care and integrity, respecting all parties involved”.
Read the memo below:
This memo serves to inform you of serious allegations of hom0s3xuality against…
In accordance with our mission’s commitment to upholding the teachings of the Bible, we must address these allegations with the utmost seriousness it deserves.
As you are aware, the doctrine of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) does not allow or tolerate any act of hom0s3xuality. This stance is firmly rooted in biblical teachings, including but not limited to:
Leviticus 18:22: “You shall not lie with a male as with a woman; it is an bomination.
1 Corinthians 6:9-10: Or do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived: neither the sexually immoral, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor men who practice hom0s3xuality.
In light of these allegations, you are now directed to conduct a thorough investigation.
Furthermore… and all others who are alleged are to be temporarily relieved from all of their responsibilities in all mission organs pending the outcome of this investigation, which is expected to be concluded within two weeks.
It is crucial that we handle this situation with care and integrity, and in accordance with our values as a church. Please ensure that the investigation is conducted confidentially and with respect for all parties involved.
Thank you for your cooperation.
A senior church official also corroborated the authenticity of the letter confirming the suspension of the two pastors in a brief message to TheCable Lifestyle on Tuesday.
“Just confirmed… it’s true,” the insider revealed. “The case has been on for a while… so sad.
