CINCINNATI (OH)
WXIX - Fox19 [Cincinnati OH]
April 9, 2026
By Matt Schaffer
Crossroads Church leaders released an update Thursday following an investigation into its founder and senior pastor, who was accused of inappropriate behavior.
Brian Tome was suspended in late February after a former member accused Tome of ”inappropriate physical humor” during a video shoot in late 2015.
The investigation determined that the accusations levied against Tome were substantiated, and he will be placed on a one-month suspension, followed by a four-month extended leave, during which he will “take part in appropriate steps of repentance and reconciliation.”
“I ask your forgiveness for too often allowing my flesh to overrule the Spirit in how I’ve used my words. God is doing a good and yet painful thing in me. I’m thankful for our Board serving tirelessly in a way that is making me and our entire church healthier,” Brian Tome said in a statement.
The church said that while it cannot go into details regarding the investigation into Tome, a previously unknown third-party witness came forward to corroborate the allegations.
“The investigation is complete and has substantiated the original account of the community member who shared his concerns with us, including corroboration from a third-party witness who was not previously known. While Brian’s actions may have been intended in humor, they were inappropriate and not above reproach. We’re thankful for the community member who came forward and shared his experience and participated in the third-party investigation,” the Crossroads Spiritual Board said in a statement.
The church said that Kyle Ranson will continue his leadership role, reporting directly to the board and overseeing operations.
Church staff member fired a month prior
In late January, a Crossroads Church staff member was fired for allegedly filming women working out at a Crunch Fitness in Oakley.
Tome responded to FOX19 NOW after the allegations, stating he was made aware by Cincinnati police and was cooperating with the investigation into the staff member.
“This behavior grossly violates biblical standards and expectations required of any individual on staff. As a result, he has been removed from staff,” Tome said at the time.