Hundreds of college students ran the entire Hillsong Conference, volunteering their time and energy for the event. They worked tirelessly, dedicating themselves to the church's mission.
A Catholic Church in Kansas City has been accused of allowing a loan shark to use their facility, targeting those in need of cash to pay for everyday expenses. Journalist David Hudnall investigates the story and questions whether the church is acting as one big payday loan industry.
Jim Jones became increasingly controlling and judgmental towards his followers over time, limiting their time together through temple chores and duties. Those who did not agree with the church's beliefs were convinced through busy work and cleaning tasks around the church.
Tim and Crystal Peterson, neighbors of Josh and Susan Powell, were approached by Susan earlier about speaking with Josh regarding his faith. Susan had also confided in Tim via email about her expectations of Josh attending church and obtaining a temple recommend.
Tracy Elise, founder of the Phoenix Goddess Temple, is interviewed by local daytime TV host Pat McMahon and defends the Temple's practices as a beautiful exploration of how to cultivate and master energy, instead of reducing it to just a small thing. Despite this, McMahon repeatedly insinuates that the Temple is just a front for prostitution.