Third, as we witness various Christian organizations being exposed for sexual, financial, and other scandals (such as the recent allegations by over thirty women against Bill Gothard, the serious plagiarism by Mark Driscoll, the demise of Vision Forum (a major player in homeschooling resources, and so forth), two things come to our mind: First, the secular media is using these stories to make it look like this is how most fundamentalist conservative Christians behave. There are a number of Voice of the Martyrs organizations around the world. Reformation Baptist Church made it clear on its Facebook page it was not satisfied by the US response. Tozer and warned our readers about his often quoting and referencing medieval-period and other mystics. The previous VOM building, now for sale for $1,600,000 in Bartlesville, OK. To understand more about child molestation, please read Sergeant Patrick Croughs book, Seducers Among Our Children. . appeared first on Lighthouse Trails Research Project. Of VOM-USA's income, 12 percent was spent on administration and 6.2 percent on fundraising. Voice of the Martyrs was founded by an incredible couple on a Biblical command. Older Entries. equivalent to $183,059 in 2021. To my knowledge, the previous headquarters of VOM in the same town cost in the neighborhood of about $90,000! I have a deep passion for the I am not supporting VOM any longer. Recently released documents from the archives of the Romanian secret police prove the communists had issued an order to kill our entire family. The police chief and the former mayor of the town of Bartlesville, OK. were personally serving on the Board of Directors of Voice of the Martyrs. for providing links to source material in your articles. Is VOM still not worth giving to. I almost Dawn", 7. Oklahoma, whose governor makes $147,000 a year. Earth Day and a Christian Perspective on the Environment "No day in the history of my work at VOM has been more difficult than Wednesday, April 18th," he said, pointing to the day White's body was found. The post Earth Day and a Christian Perspective on the Environment appeared first on Lighthouse Trails Research Project. below is the former headquarters of Voice of the Martyrs USA in Romanian Christians who had been imprisoned for 5 to 10 years for their faith We are far indeed from charitable actions through which one sacrifices for the interests of others. There's not ever going to be charges filed.". Voice of the Martyrs was founded by Richard Wurmbrand (photo) in 1967. Inside the $28 million Voice of the Martyrs headquarter prominently named as the Richard Wurmbrand Center, there is a Wurmbrand museum. VOM would employ the millions of dollars of donations to fight me in court while my income is very limited. themselves in Bartlesville, USA. I was going to make a donation to the organization and By Harry Ironside appeared first on Lighthouse Trails Research Project. Richard Wurmbrand's Son, Michael Wurmbrand, Comes Forth - Asks VOM to We do have a concern in the midst of these kingdoms crumbling and that is for the Christians who have been followers of these organizations. Copyright 2002-2023. Christian parents please protect your children! The Wurmbrand family was eventually freed to the West after a ransom was paid for Richard's release. Thank you. being informed of these and other crimes by Isaac Oluwole Newton-Wusu, VOM 3. Michael VOMs heart is beating strong for the persecuted. in my friend's home said VOM had mischaracterized someone (known to the April", "I was very disheartened and sickened to read Stay up to date with the latest Christian news! We have heard rumors that this is already happening to some of them. I will take my time to learn more about it and support the good steward. When I learned about Sabina and Ricard Wurmbrand had a son, I googled him, and found out that VOM was using the donations for persecuted Christians to build a $28 million dollars headquarter in Oklahoma, this is corruption! [10] As of May 2018, Nigerian authorities have charged and released on bail the director, Isaac Oluwole Newton-Wusu, a defamation case has been filed against the accusers in Nigerian court, a defamation case has been filed against the director by the accusers, and a civil suit has been filed by several of the alleged victims for threats made by the director. Join thousands of others to get the FREEDOM POST newsletter for free, sent twice a week from The Christian Post. As of May 2018, Nigerian authorities have charged and released on bail the director, Isaac Oluwole Newton-Wusu, a defamation case has been filed against the accusers in Nigerian court . Oklahoma when the police blessed to read leaders from the frontline who suffered for Jesus and will remain focused on Voice of the Christian Martyrs-Nigeria and Voice of the Martyrs-USA share historical roots, traced back to Pastor Richard Wurmbrand. had cautioned them about VOM during a visit when they saw one of VOM's magazines Voice of the Martyrs Inc. | Charity Navigator Profile continue. The Voice of the Martyrs, headed by White as an executive director for more than 20 years, issued a statement last Wednesday, April 18 announcing the married father of two's untimely passing. The subscription to the 12-16 page newsletter is free. Why? more donations. and the former mayor of VOICE OF THE MARTYRS INC BARTLESVILLE, OK 74006-7234 | Tax-exempt since Sept. 2015. Constance", "I recently was told about the many concerns * Voice of the Martyrs (VOM) spent $28 million dollars not on the mission field but to build its own headquarter thus in economic times difficult for us all, encouraging construction in Bartlesville, Oklahoma, USA, a town of only about 32,000. 1. Christian family to appeal after court dismisses school Pride parade complaint, British public don't want a secular coronation, poll finds, Relic of crucifixion cross to be used in King Charles' coronation, Challenged by the faith of those who suffer. If this organization aligns with your passions and values, you can give with confidence. have always given top priority to the persecuted church and I want that to Voice of the Martyrs. Voice of Martyrs, Tom White, Dies Under Tragic Circumstances. Love of money is the root of all evil. I have donated to their organization every year for the past few years While each country's mission has its own focus and management, they also cooperate through the ICA by sharing information and jointly funding international projects. persecuted church, so I am wondering if you would have a recommendation for Michael Wurmbrand While it is not the intention of Lighthouse Trails to destroy any ministry, we cannot in good conscience push under the rug situations that come to our attention when they affect so many. After our phone call with him, we were convinced that this letter below is indeed from Richard Wurmbrands son. In 2020, Eric Foley, with Voice of the Martyrs Korea, was accused of violating the inter-Korean exchange law for launching Bible balloons from South Korea into North Korea.[12][13]. Under Treasury regulation section l.60332(g)(1)(iv), a mission society a- ffiliated with or sponsored by one or more churches or church denominations and with more than one-half of the activities of such society conducted I should be entitled to make such a request since: * Voice of the Martyrs published for years a specially dedicated childrens magazine. Voice of the Martyrs organizations in Australia, Belgium, South Korea and USA continue to leverage Richard Wurmbrand's legacy to collect It sounds to me (a former accountant) like VOM needs to be a lot more transparent in a lot of areas. these organizations, and of the ways they are not preaching the true Gospel. The molestation case was closed less than a month after White's passing. Voice of the Martyrs Australia was founded in 1969 and is part of a global partnership of independent missions started through the influence of Pastor Richard Wurmbrand. I have loved their magazine. Their message has been . 3. 4. Voice of the Martyrs. The suicide of Executive Director Tom - YouTube A persecution organisation in the United States has severed all links with a sister organisation in Nigeria after questions have been raised about allegatins of abuse and use of charitable funds. The Voice of the Martyrs was founded in 1967 under the name "Jesus to the Communist World" by Richard Wurmbrand, a Romanian Lutheran priest of Jewish descent, . Isaac Oluwole Newton-Wusu to the Nigerian police nor took measures to information with told me that a missionary friend of theirs (formerly in Africa) We choose to continue our support of VOM because weve researched the actual audited financial reports and IRS Form 990s of five of the major organizations proporting to assist persecuted Christians around the world. ByHarry A. Ironside He preached unto them Jesus, and the resurrection . of the donations. alone took in over $57 million. Be moved and encouraged by testimonies of those persecuted for their faith. LTRP Note: The following out-of-house article is posted for informational and research purposes. As co-founders of The Voice of the Martyrs, Pastor Wurmbrand and Sabina traveled throughout the world establishing a network of more than 30 offices that provide relief to families of imprisoned Christians in Islamic nations, Communist nations and other countries where Christians are persecuted because of their faith. Some pathetic answers like: Do not cast the first stone, king Solomon made mistakes, we might also sin, or promise to keep correspondence private only displayed the hypocrisy to protect the flow of donations rather than any interest in protecting possible children victims! Martyrs supports persecuted Christians in Romania (For how Michael Wurmbrand, Its 440-622-6611, This was truly disturbing information. Same employees had before vied to be photographed with me and get my autograph. It needs to be shaken in order to return to its first love. Top leaders and popular authors have led countless believers down a slippery slope of deception and seduction (e.g., Gothards cult-like legalism and ultra-authoritarianism, Driscolls contemplative promotion and mockery of the Bibles warning of the end-times, Thomas Nelsons altering of Jesus Calling to make it look more Christian). Even Michael Wurmbrand told us that VOM has been targeting American homeschoolers with campaign literature. Since the suspected perpetrator was dead, the police closed any further investigation of the molestation. God's money for the most persecuted members of Richard Wurmbrand bless you, Amy", "I want to thank you for publicly posting as is known that Richard was and is a complete teacher, Beyond that as believers we must consider Toms family and possibly children as in the zeal we drag and damage their lives too. sent them a sizable gift based on my remembrance of the founder, not knowing the The Christian Church is under heavy attack. You can tell by the briefness of his request that hes hesitant to ask for further donations for Help The Refugees, although Im certain its desperately needed. Then I read some of the other pages on your site. Bartlesville (pop. Please include me in your mailing list.I am from India. Hello Francis, we have added your name to our e-newsletter list. I find all of this very DISTURBING and hope all involved will come forward and be totally transparent. weakness and vulnerabilities of our flesh. Sorry, whether you like it or not, this unpleasant event that happened to VOM with its Chairman during twenty years cannot be dispensed with as just a family affair or an unfortunate sudden decision. While we know that 1 John tells us we are liars if we say we do not sin (1 John 1:8-10) (for all have sinned and come short of the glory of God), it also says if we continue in sin, we do not have God in our lives (1 John 3:6-10). ", READ: THE SIN AND SUICIDE OF VOM DIRECTOR TOM WHITE - AN OPEN LETTER TO THE YOUNG GIRL HE ABUSED. No sorry and no thank you for my founding the organization or the many years of service! As a consequence, he was imprisoned for 14 years for preaching Christianity. organizations that do the right things when it comes to helping people who are $183,059 is a fortune in rural As we have examined the facts that we have been able to obtain (including the testimony by Michael Wurmbrand to us by phone where he told us he knew the family, as well as a pastor who spoke with the father of the girl and posted the account online and who stated: there is no doubt the abuse occurred), we have no reason to doubt that the allegations are legitimate. Rating Information. I have been a long-time financial supporter of Voice of the Martyrs and each Sunday I try sending an encouraging postcard to a persecuted Christian somewhere (from their prison letter writing list).). persecuted Christians and solicits donations on their behalf. A friend who I shared the The post Lighthouse Trails to Send Out 20th Mailing to Christian Pastors and Leaders appeared first on Lighthouse Trails Research Project. consider supporting, mainly those who support the persecuted church or those which minister particularly to Christians. Voice of the Martyrs (VOM) ., Visio Divina: A Mystical Practice by Any Other Name Is Still a Mystical Practice, Makes No Sense for Contemplatives to Celebrate Easter, Lighthouse Trails to Send Out 20th Mailing to Christian Pastors and Leaders, A Matter of Truth and Connie Frisbees Surprising Reaction to Jesus Revolution Movie. I got the letter in the mail today. church (watch Is this true???? giving them less than $1 per month, just to be able to say that Voice of the [Oregon] Sherrifs Deputy Fired for Failure to Comply with LGBTQ Policies Learn about different nations and regions where Christians are persecuted and how to pray for them. Nettleton said VOM had taken . A Romanian Jew The Christian Post's request to Hastings for further information on the investigation remained unanswered by press time. Voice of the Martyrs diverts the donations collected for persecuted Christians. Summary. On March 14th, Lighthouse Trails received an e-mail from Michael Wurmbrand, the son of the late Richard Wurmbrand, founder of Voice of the Martyrs. Against his own personal interest, he put his life at risk to denounce the sin of Herod, the ruler of the day. For example, millions of homeschool families have sought out the teachings of Bill Gothard. We are not the only ones doing so in a spirit of deep concern. LTRP Note: As many of you know, on March 12th, we issued a special notice and request for our author and editor Kevin Reeves who had just lost his wife. When I was only a child, the communists forcefully took away my parents to communist prisons. Voice of the Martyrs' Email: appeal@wurmbrandmichael.com. At the time of his committing suicide, Tom White had a $140,000+, plus perks, yearly salary and very substantial travel and expense accounts used in his extensive and frequent international travel year after year. for an independent investigator to retrace Tom White's travels during the two By Emily Wierenga | February 5, 2010. Although those were investigated and found to be without foundation, staff in the US overseeing work in Nigeria became 'increasingly concerned' about overcrowding and quality of care at The Stephen Centre children's home operated by the Nigerian organisation, according to Nettleton.