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Pastors fall into sexual immorality
By Tarisai Machakaire
HARARE – Most people have rooted their faith in “men of God” with the belief that they possess supernatural powers and are closer to God. Some believe they possess the ability to solve all of their problems. Women flock to churches in larger numbers than men. And consequently, they have often fallen prey to philandering “pastors”. The local media has described such unscrupulous men of God as “rape pastors.” Several such cases have been brought into the limelight. And apparently, the offenders do not just abuse women and girls, they have also desecrated the places of worship by engaging in sexual activities on Holy ground. Most of the incidents occur in the church’s back offices. Abundant Life Global Ministries (ALGM) pastor Danmore Magorimbo is facing charges of allegedly raping a female congregant after telling her that his sperm could expel demons planted by her husband. Magorimbo allegedly took advantage of the woman, who cannot be named for ethical reasons, flattering the hapless woman by saying she was “highly-favoured like Mary, the mother of Jesus.” The incident is said to have occurred at the church’s premises at 1 Hampden Road in Belvedere, Harare. Magorimbo approached the woman who was in the prayer room and invited her to his office after telling her he was going to drive away the evil spirits planted by her husband during intercourse, said the State. He reportedly received the help of his head intercessor, Leeshalow Kambiro (27), who is the co-accused in this case, the court heard. Magorimbo repeated the act again the following day. Another pastor with Light of the World Ministries Terrence Tenesi, 27, was dragged to court after he allegedly forced himself on an 18-year-old congregant during a prayer session.
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