MS - MS victim of predatory preacher steps forward; SNAP responds
We applaud this brave man who has called police about an admitted child molesting cleric. It’s hard for victims to speak up, but that’s what it takes to safeguard kids, expose predators, and prevent crimes.
Let’s hope that every person who has any information or suspicions that could shed light on these allegations will find the courage and strength to call law enforcement so that the full truth might become clear.
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Statement by David Clohessy of St. Louis, Director of SNAP, the Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests (314 566 9790, [email protected])
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Clinton Police Investigate Complaint against Former Minister
Story posted 2011.08.15 at 03:47 PM CDT
Clinton police said they are investigating claims made by a man against a former minister, who earlier this month admitted to having sexual indiscretions with teen boys 20 years ago.
The man, who is currently living out of state, has made accusations against John Langworthy, Clinton Police Chief Don Byington said. Byington wouldn't elaborate on the claims, but said the incident under investigation happened 20 years ago in Mississippi.
Langworthy resigned in May from his job as associate music pastor at Morrison Heights Baptist Church. Earlier this month, Langworthy told the congregation that 22 years ago, while serving at a church in Mississippi and one in Texas, he had "sexual indiscretions with younger males."
No charges were filed in Texas or in Mississippi. Byington said the Clinton Police Department is investigating the current claim.
Langworthy had also worked for Clinton Public Schools as choir director of the high school. The school district said it learned of the Texas allegations in August 2010. Langworthy resigned at the end of the 2011 school year, the district said.
Winter Appeal 2023
To our friends,
2023 has been a long year with many ups and downs for us all. As we close out the year, we at SNAP hope that you are feeling like you are on your way to being healthy, fulfilled, and happy. This past year has brought both successes and challenges. Thanks to the support you have shown in the past, we’ve been able to celebrate the good days and weather the stormy ones. Now, we are once again asking for your support as we work to support survivors new and old as we ‘Move SNAP Forward.’
At SNAP we are proud to have hosted a very well-attended conference in August 2023. This event allowed us to gather friends, survivors, advocates, and allies for a weekend of camaraderie and connection. We were so happy to be able to welcome many first-time attendees to gather in person and are already looking forward to the next conference.
To strengthen our movement for justice, healing, and prevention, SNAP will be expanding our peer support and providing more volunteer opportunities in the coming year. Through this great work, we are ensuring survivor voices are represented as we work for significant change that will benefit children and survivors.
Right now, survivors worldwide are getting the help they need from SNAP, and more and more reach out to us daily, but we need your help to keep those programs going and get our volunteers the training they need to thrive.
Your tax-deductible gift to SNAP can help offset the cost of our important mission. If you are not in a position to contribute, you can still support us by sharing this letter with those who can. As we continue to fight for survivors across the globe, your donation or sharing the great work SNAP does will help us continue our work to protect the vulnerable, heal the wounded, and prevent abuse.
Your donation ensures SNAP will be there for those who need us more than ever!
Warmly,
Michael W. McDonnell, C.P.S.
Interim Executive Director
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