The Soncco Family

The Fallacy of Protecting the Church: Why Covering Up Abuse is Not a Biblical Mandate

One of the biggest criticisms faced by the Survivors of Austin Gardner is the claim that our efforts to expose abuse and toxic culture within Vision Baptist Church are “hurting the church.” This is a common defense used by many churches to deflect from the real issue: the abuse and harm caused to vulnerable individuals within their communities. Unfortunately, this claim is …

Youth For The Gospel

Vision Baptist Mission to Host Youth for the Gospel Events Despite Toxic Culture Concerns

Vision Baptist Mission has announced that they will be hosting their Youth for the Gospel events at three churches. Despite recent accusations of a toxic culture within Vision Baptist Church and Vision Baptist Mission, the organization is moving forward with the events, which will be held at Philadelphia Baptist Church in Greensboro, NC, Fairview Baptist Church in Athens, TN, and …