Indiana church says it confronted pastor about sex with teen
2 years, 7 months ago

Indiana church says it confronted pastor about sex with teen

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— An Indiana pastor who confessed to “adultery” years ago with a teenager publicly informed his congregation last weekend after church leaders confronted him, the church said Tuesday. Lowe, 65, told church members Sunday that he had “committed adultery” and wanted their forgiveness. She said the “lies and the manipulation have to stop.” The church said leaders confronted Lowe recently after the woman told others about a “long-held secret.” The church said the sexual conduct continued into her 20s. “We are hurting and broken for a woman who has lovingly attended and served in the church for many years, as well as for her husband and family,” the church’s statement said.

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Associated Press  

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