Considering the allegations, shouldnt that be In and Out and In and Out and In and Out? Police charged him with soliciting prostitution from a minor over 16-years-old and using a vehicle to promote prostitution or unlawful sex. Move over M Scott Peck. 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. Are his overseers asking him these challenging questions? But Blanchard would also stop by her home randomly, she said sometimes to discuss church matters, but other times to drop off gifts for her kids or for other personal reasons. "This guy just has to go . 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. Or are folks afraid of his threats of legal action? When traveling on dates not specifically listed, will notify court + bondsman of dates + locations. 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. Public records indicate Blanchard has in the past faced charges of sexual battery and stalking, which appear to have later been dismissed. Sellers took another job around 2013 but continued to attend the church, completing a training program for church lay leaders and becoming deacon in charge of Rock Churchs ministry to single women. Blanchards arrest warrant in the prostitution sting, which was also shared with The Daily Beast by Chesterfield County officials, includes handwritten notes spelling out various court-approved revisions to the pastors release conditions. Would you consider making a tax-deductible donation to help our journalists continue to report the truth and restore the church? 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. Walking in the Spirit instead of the Flesh and all that. Blanchard outlined that, as well as what she says happened after Blanchard's arrival, in court documents filed in Virginia Beach in 2019, the year she took out charges against him. However, he touts himself online as the founder of TechDirect, a self-described LED screen solution for churches.. Delegate and attorney, Tim Anderson, posted the documents about Blanchard's arrest on Facebook, which he received through a FOIA request, saying, "Rock Church Leadership still maintains Pastor Blanchard is innocent. 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. Solicitation charges have been dropped against Virginia megachurch pastor John Blanchard. You can read more about his first court appearance here. Michael in UK: I put it to you with a straight face that Rev Blanchard wanted to bring a girl into the Rock religion. Pastor John Blanchard - Rock Church - "Love Conquers all" 53:19. Anne Gimenez, Robin Blanchards mother, co-founded the church and was its senior pastor from 1999 until the Blanchards took that role in 2013. "Unfortunately more questions than answers have now been raised. Will Sarah Einselen and the Roys Report be covering John Blanchards child prostitution trial next week on February 15? Education. "The wheels of justice are back in motion.". We have been encouraged by his posture throughout, and we remain so. their response was, Hes too good of a guy to hold back. Ofc ended up in the newspaper w/ a child abuse scandal sev yrs later., my original FYI included the words probably because of the size of its sanctuary but I should also add that the location on Kempsville Rd. ", However, the firm warns that such an assessment is "a subjective snapshot of our client's beliefs and attitudes at a particular point in time. Oral Roberts claims of Blanchard: Graduate Theology, Alumnus We are all committed to walking in integrity and truth at Rock Church International and will continue to take steps to do so. Ive given him the best 10 years of my life, so I cant leave now. Yes you can. Stop the music. I knew there had to be a connection a possible reason for dropping the charges. Thank you for your prayers and support. By the way, could someone please update me regarding the status of the DOJ investigation of the SBC mentioned back in August 2022? The outpouring of love has been overwhelming and we appreciate all of those who have reached out to be an encouragement to us! The prostitution thing needs to be punished legally. 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. While denouncing those of us in various fandoms who KNOW were dealing with imaginary worlds and critters and magic. John Blanchard was arrested in October of 2021, but prosecutors recently set those charges aside. I intend to move the court to appoint a special prosecutor to determine whether this case should now be prosecuted," Davenport said. Rock Church Pastor John Blanchard . VIRGINIA BEACH, VA. (THECOUNT) Rock Church Senior Pastor, John Blanchard, has been identified as the suspect arrested along with 16 other men accused of solicitation of prostitution of a minor Following an online sting operation by law enforcement. Were going to release to God some crazy faith and I believe were going to see the supernatural happen in this place tonight.. Give a gift of $30 or more to The Roys Report this month, and you will receive a copy of "Escaping the Maze of Spiritual Abuse" by Dr. Lisa Oakley and Justin Humphreys. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. In response to our inquiries, the communications team for the Commonwealth's Attorney's Office released this statement to 13News Now: The conclusion of a case by order of nolle prosequi does not have the same legal effect as a not guilty finding. Today I decided to check out Rock Church International because the pastor has been in the news recently. Hi. Church leadership knew and decided not to remove him from his position.. Steve240: Family business sounds more like what it is. A case that is nolle prossed means prosecutors could potentially bring those charges again. Hmmm lets check out the Scripture on that: For what business is it of mine to judge outsiders (non-believers)? On the steps of the county courthouse, Davenport read a brief statement to reporters announcing new evidence against John Blanchard has come to light in the past 48 hours. John David Blanchard, who serves alongside his wife Robin as senior pastors of the Rock Church in Virginia Beach, got caught up last year in a prostitution sting that netted 17 area men who thought they had been chatting online with underage girls. 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?. By: Tyler Layne. My Comment was Deleted How about taking your wife along to do that, pastor. 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. Norfolk, Virginia Beach, and Chesapeake, Buffaloman11 Live!! Is he now claiming it didnt happen? Blanchard was one of 17 men arrested on Oct. 29, 2021, for solicitation of prostitution from a minor. A report from the Chesterfield County Police Department said Davenport cited a "lack of evidence" in not moving forward with the case against Blanchard. But to use prosecutorial discretion and say nothing happened here, thats, in my opinion, an abuse of discretion, especially when they went after 15 other people [following the sting operation].. Ah the old sunk investment fallacy. Listen to Moses and the Blood MP3 Song by Rev. History tells us there's no such thing as a perfect revival, but agreed to have a special prosecutor appointed, Special prosecutor appointed in megachurch pastorsprostitution caseas new emails emerge, Prostitution case against megachurch Pastor John Blanchard could be reopened after public outcry, Disagreeing with prosecutor, police chief says megachurch pastor should have been tried for prostitution, Megachurch pastor still preaching despite claims he stepped back from ministry over prostitution arrest. Back in the day I remember hearing that if you were arrested by the Feds, it was a righteous bust with no loopholes or bias, compared to those by the local police. Do you not judge those who are within the church [to protect the church as the situation requires]? (1 Corinthians 5:12 AMP), There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, WHO WALK NOT AFTER THE FLESH, BUT AFTER THE SPIRIT (Romans 8:1 KJV), revered as a man of God who is a prophetic voice to the body of Christ, TWW continues to report on a string of men of God who have joined the bad-boy conga line. Upper Marlboro, MD . Pastor Blanchard has voluntarily stepped back as lead pastor and from all his ministerial duties until this present situation is totally resolved. Blanchard's attorney asked the judge to continue Blanchard's hearing, saying there are "evidentiary issues" with the case, but he would not go into further detail as to why. John has 5 jobs listed on their profile. Denial I view this as two sinners regardless of their color. Church leaders regardless of denomination or race seem to have a hard time controlling themselves. Anne Gimenez, who will turn 81 next month . 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