I currently an a member of VO Portland in Oregon. In many ways I respect the Portland church and our leader, Pastor Max. He and his wife genuinely care for the recovery homes and do allot for them. I know this because I served as Head Staff of the Portland Home. I was not raised in the VO church, I came from the streets. VO opened their doors for me and gave me hope. Unlike my predess
Forum: Clergy and Therapy Abuse

It all depends on which church your in. In VO Portland, people are encouraged to date (as long as they are not in the rehab home), and many relationships are developed in the church. Its not strict and the head of the church, he encourages people to marry if they truly love each other. He has helped many members in the church get their lives together. I myself served as Head Staff of t
Forum: Destructive Churches

That must have been scary. I believe that cult leaders use their position to instill fear and power over their people.
Forum: Former Cult Members and Affected Families