Friday, March 21, 2014

Why So Many People Want To See HOPCC Exposed

By Gwen Lowe


It is astonishing to learn just how many different churches, sects and congregations there are that all profess a Christian faith. It sometimes seems as if each sect believes that they are they only one that is following the true path. Unfortunately, criticisms against a specific sect are often levelled in public and sometimes the attacks against such sects are fierce. At present there are certainly many people that are doing their utmost to see the HOPCC exposed.

Even a rudimentary internet search will reveal several websites dedicated to the exposure of the House of Prayer Christian Church. There are even Twitter and Facebook groups dedicated to exposing the sect as evil, unchristian and cruel. In many cases those levelling the criticism were members of the House of Prayer at one time or family and friends of members.

Criticisms against the church follow various themes. One of the main ones is that the church allegedly requires its members to show their faith by donating all their possessions to the church. Some critics have stated that they were forced to donate their homes. Others said that they were intimidated into resigning their jobs so that they can spend more time promoting the goals of the church.

Many critics complain that the church aims to break up families. Young members are indoctrinated to believe that they must cast away their family and loved ones because the church can provide in all their needs. Parents have testified that their children cut off all contact once they become members of the church. Other parents say that their children have changed and that they suspect serious indoctrination.

Critics have not stopped at the publication of their feelings, warnings and opinions. Several efforts have been made to institute a full examination of the House Of Prayer and its affairs. Thus far, however, no formal investigations have been undertaken. The attitude of the authorities is that there is no clear indication that any crimes are committed

The official website of the church states clearly that everybody connected to their seminary are required to reject all affairs related to the secular world. Instead, they are required to direct all their efforts into spiritual growth, learning and the furthering of the church goals. Critics say that this statement clearly show that those members are not allowed to own anything.

The church has not responded to the attacks levelled against it, apart from publishing a number of glowing reports and letters from some of its members. The church also state that the only requirements of their members is that they spend as much time as possible in prayer and in attending services. Critics say that members are coerced to write positive reports.

Those defending the church point out that some of the criticism levelled against the church come perilously close to hate speech. Rude language and allegations bordering on slander are common. They maintain that this is a sure sign of envy and hatred and that most of the attacks are from disgruntled and envious previous members. Defenders of the church urge the public to see through these criticisms and to ignore unproven allegations.




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