The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has suspended two pastors following allegations of homosegxwal conduct.
The church’s National Overseer, Sunday Akande, issued a memo dated October 28, 2024, detailing the suspension and ordering a formal investigation.
Addressed to the special assistant to the general overseer of administration, the memo reaffirms that the RCCG does not condone any form of homosegxwality, citing doctrinal and biblical principles.
Akande confirmed that the accused pastors have been temporarily relieved of their responsibilities during the investigation, which is expected to conclude within two weeks.
The church assured that the inquiry would be conducted with confidentiality, ensuring “care and integrity” while respecting the privacy of all parties involved.
Read the memo below:
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This memo serves to inform you of serious allegations of homosegxwality 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 homosegxwality. 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 segxwally immoral, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor men who practice homosegxwality.
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.
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 homosegxwality. 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 segxwally immoral, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor men who practice homosegxwality.
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.
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