The allegations of “sexually inappropriate words and actions” by Bill
Hybels, the founder of Willow Creek Community Church, are credible,
according to an independent group of Christian leaders advising the
church.
Hybels’ alleged behavior, directed mostly at women connected to the
Chicago-area megachurch, took place at various points during his more
than four decades of leadership.
“The credibility of the allegations would have been sufficient for
Willow Creek Community Church to initiate disciplinary action if Bill
Hybels had continued as pastor of the church,” according to the report
by the Willow Creek Independent Advisory Group.
The group’s report was posted online Thursday (Feb. 28) by Willow Creek Community Church and the Willow Creek Association.
Hybels stepped down from
his roles with both the church and association early last year after
allegations of misconduct surfaced against him. He has publicly and
privately denied allegations of misconduct, according to the report.
Independent report finds allegations against Willow Creek founder Bill Hybels credible - Religion News Service
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