NEW YORK/MARYLAND
RT
A youth pastor charged with sexually abusing a minor in Maryland had been serving as a children’s program leader at a church in New York state while he was still under investigation.
Back in July, 32-year-old Shaun M. Ross was arrested in Frederick, Maryland and charged with two counts of sexually abusing a minor. He was the director of student ministry at the Cavalry Assembly church. According to court records, the pending charges originate from activity dating as far back as 2008 in a community near Baltimore.
In April 2013, however, Ross and his wife were appointed to lead the Victory Christian Center’s children’s programs in North Syracuse despite the fact that he was not allowed to be in contact with children during the investigation. Ross’ father, Rev. Terry Ross, is a senior pastor at the center.
“We are excited to announce that Shaun and Brandi Ross will be assuming leadership in our Children’s ministry,” read one of the center’s Facebook posts dated April 1, according to Syracuse.com. “Bring your children this Sunday for Kidz Revolution! They will love it!”
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