INDIANA
Fundamental News
Posted on Aug 1, 2012
The Baptist church made popular by Jack Hyles has removed Jack Schaap, the pastor that replaced Hyles after his death. They have removed him for an improper relationship with a girl:
“Hammond, IN–At this time, we deeply regret the need to announce that First Baptist Church has dismissed our pastor, Dr. Jack Schaap, due to a sin that has caused him to forfeit his right to be our pastor. First Baptist Church is in full cooperation with our local authorities in their investigation of this matter. Our church grieves over the need to take this action and the impact it will have on our people. We ask that everyone pray for the families involved and pray that the situation will be handled in a Christ honoring manner. We look forward to the days ahead as we continue to service the needs of our surrounding community and the Chicago area….”
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