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.
One of the main criticisms is that the church apparently expects its members to donate all their worldly goods. Some critics allege that they were required to donate even their homes to the church and one witness say that their home was allocated to another member of the church. In some cases members were even required to quit their jobs and work for the church full time.
Another major theme in the criticisms against the House of Prayer is that they go to great lengths to recruit young people, only to indoctrinate them and alienate them from their loved ones and families. Many family members of such young members say that their children refuse any contact with them and they accuse the church of indoctrinating the young members to accept the church as their only family.
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
On its own website the House of Prayer state students at its seminary and the staff connected to the seminary are required to eschew worldly matters. They are required to employ all their energies in prayer, contemplation and in the achievement of personal growth. The church says that only those that are one hundred per cent dedicated to the mission of the church are fit to serve.
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.
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.
One of the main criticisms is that the church apparently expects its members to donate all their worldly goods. Some critics allege that they were required to donate even their homes to the church and one witness say that their home was allocated to another member of the church. In some cases members were even required to quit their jobs and work for the church full time.
Another major theme in the criticisms against the House of Prayer is that they go to great lengths to recruit young people, only to indoctrinate them and alienate them from their loved ones and families. Many family members of such young members say that their children refuse any contact with them and they accuse the church of indoctrinating the young members to accept the church as their only family.
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
On its own website the House of Prayer state students at its seminary and the staff connected to the seminary are required to eschew worldly matters. They are required to employ all their energies in prayer, contemplation and in the achievement of personal growth. The church says that only those that are one hundred per cent dedicated to the mission of the church are fit to serve.
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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