Despite the recession in Australia in the 1990s, the Hillsong Church continued to thrive and even grow stronger as its followers were encouraged to tithe 10% of their income to the church. This period saw a decline in the standard of living for Australians as the country faced economic difficulties under the new prime minister, Paul Keating.
The former global senior pastor of Hillsong Church speaks out against allegations of financial misconduct made by Australian MP Andrew Wilkie, stating that he had no access to or involvement with the church's finances.
Hillsong Church is accused of tax avoidance by moving money between countries and stating donations were tax deductible, which could potentially lead to unethical and fraudulent consequences.
The Hillsong Church founder, Brian Houston, has been accused of sexual misconduct in two separate incidents. One of these incidents is alleged to have happened 10 years ago, while the other happened in 2019 during the Hillsong Conference.
The study of archaeology allows us to connect with the past in a meaningful way by understanding the lives and stories of those who lived before us. By excavating tombs and artifacts, we are able to acknowledge and honor the existence of those who came before us.