Episode
The Verdict
37:18
Published: Tue Apr 18 2023
Description
Inside the courtroom where Brian Houston has pleaded not guilty to a charge of concealing his own father's child sex abuse.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chapters
Four members of the Houston family and friends reportedly used $150,000 of church funds for a three-day luxury retreat in Cancun, Mexico, while former leader Brian Houston is also accused of treating private jets like Ubers with church funds and facing trial for allegedly concealing his father's child's sex abuse.
00:00 - 06:45 (06:45)
Summary
Four members of the Houston family and friends reportedly used $150,000 of church funds for a three-day luxury retreat in Cancun, Mexico, while former leader Brian Houston is also accused of treating private jets like Ubers with church funds and facing trial for allegedly concealing his father's child's sex abuse.
EpisodeThe Verdict
PodcastFaith on Trial: Hillsong
Brian Houston, global senior pastor of Hillsong Church, denied allegations of rape culture and financial misconduct in the church, while also advocating for the safety of women and children within the church.
06:45 - 15:53 (09:07)
Summary
Brian Houston, global senior pastor of Hillsong Church, denied allegations of rape culture and financial misconduct in the church, while also advocating for the safety of women and children within the church.
EpisodeThe Verdict
PodcastFaith on Trial: Hillsong
Brian Houston, the head of Hillsong, is facing charges for concealing child sex crimes committed by his father, Frank Houston.
15:56 - 20:25 (04:29)
Summary
Brian Houston, the head of Hillsong, is facing charges for concealing child sex crimes committed by his father, Frank Houston. Brett Houston, Brian's brother, came forward with accusations that he was sexually abused by their father and received a payment to remain silent.
EpisodeThe Verdict
PodcastFaith on Trial: Hillsong
Brian Houston is embroiled in a child sex abuse case against his father, Frank Houston.
20:25 - 24:02 (03:37)
Summary
Brian Houston is embroiled in a child sex abuse case against his father, Frank Houston. He has been accused of withholding information about the abuse and has claimed that he found out Brett was an adult at the time and that Brett didn't want to go to the police.
EpisodeThe Verdict
PodcastFaith on Trial: Hillsong
Brian Houston, the founder of Hillsong, appeared in court and testified about his handling of abuse allegations against his father, Frank.
24:02 - 28:04 (04:01)
Summary
Brian Houston, the founder of Hillsong, appeared in court and testified about his handling of abuse allegations against his father, Frank. He admitted to trying to protect the church and his father.
EpisodeThe Verdict
PodcastFaith on Trial: Hillsong
The speakers discuss their experiences with Hillsong over the past few months and reflect on the changes that have been made.
28:04 - 32:02 (03:58)
Summary
The speakers discuss their experiences with Hillsong over the past few months and reflect on the changes that have been made.
EpisodeThe Verdict
PodcastFaith on Trial: Hillsong
The speaker reflects on the firsthand stories of sexual harassment and assault, experienced by women in religious organizations, who joined in hopes of enriching their lives.
32:02 - 35:29 (03:27)
Summary
The speaker reflects on the firsthand stories of sexual harassment and assault, experienced by women in religious organizations, who joined in hopes of enriching their lives.
EpisodeThe Verdict
PodcastFaith on Trial: Hillsong
Stephen Drill quotes from the Old Testament to conclude the podcast, "Faith on Trial," where the Hillsong Church is examined after allegations of mistreatment and child abuse.
35:29 - 38:13 (02:43)
Summary
Stephen Drill quotes from the Old Testament to conclude the podcast, "Faith on Trial," where the Hillsong Church is examined after allegations of mistreatment and child abuse.