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Haslet congregation blocks return of pastor who hired sex offender son
By Amber Kite at FOX 4 KDFW (Dallas-Fort Worth) - News
· June 29, 2026
· 1 min read
Congregation members of a North Texas church have voted against reinstating their former senior pastor, months after he stepped down for secretly employing his son, a lifetime registered sex offender, on the church and school campus.
Why this matters in The Plano
The decision by the congregation to block the return of their former senior pastor has significant implications for the community in Plano and surrounding areas. This incident raises questions about the vetting processes in place for church staff and the potential risks associated with hiring individuals with questionable backgrounds. The fact that the pastor's son, a registered sex offender, was allowed to work on the church and school campus without the knowledge of congregation members is particularly troubling. As a result, local residents may be calling for increased transparency and accountability from their religious institutions to ensure the safety and well-being of their children and community members. The city's government and local organizations may also need to re-examine their policies and procedures for background checks and staff screening to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 KDFW (Dallas-Fort Worth) - News ·
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What is this story about? Congregation members of a North Texas church have voted against reinstating their former senior pastor, months after he stepped down for secretly employing his son, a lifetime registered sex offender, on the church and school campus.
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