Confession of sin, Pastor Corey Turner confirms his resignation
Corey Turner has confirmed his resignation following recent allegations regarding inappropriate relationships at Neuma Church Australia, where he served as the global senior pastor. Just weeks after stepping down due to suspicions of an affair with a female pastor from a Pentecostal mega-church, Turner acknowledged the truth of the allegations, citing a moral failure. In a statement released on his ministry’s Facebook page, he expressed deep regret for his actions.
Turner explained that by the end of 2023, he had neglected to prioritize his emotional well-being amidst increasing fatigue, leading to poor judgment. He admitted to sinning and compromising his relationship with God, his marriage, his character, and his calling to ministry, expressing genuine repentance and healing for his mistakes.
Until early February, Turner was at the helm of a Hillsong-style church, with branches in Thailand and the United States. His departure was attributed to unfortunate circumstances, according to Neuma Church’s board secretary. Wayne Alcorn, president of the Christian Churches of Australia, confirmed allegations of an inappropriate relationship with fellow pastor Stacey Hilliar.
In a commitment to marital restoration, Turner praised the support of his family, particularly his wife, Simone, and pledged to work towards healing their marriage with the help of qualified counselors. His resignation is intended to take responsibility for his actions and prioritize rebuilding his family, while expressing gratitude to Neuma Church for the opportunity to serve as senior pastor.
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FAQs:
What were the reasons for Corey Turner’s resignation?
Corey Turner resigned due to allegations of an inappropriate relationship and moral failure, acknowledging that he neglected his emotional well-being, which led to poor judgment.
How is Turner addressing the aftermath of his resignation?
Turner is focusing on repentance and healing, working towards marital restoration with the support of his family and qualified counselors, and taking responsibility for his actions.
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