Gilman protested and the NDA was replaced with an agreement to keep donor information confidential. So I am not impressed with Mrs. Margie Zacharias email! Margies hyperbolic lies in Ravis defense would be just slightly more believable if she had cooperated with investigators, let them search all Ravis old devices and personal effects long ago, released the Thompsons from the NDA Ravi then manipulatively broke, done her job as a highly-paid employee and board member of RZIM and come clean about Ravis many lies, and developed her character over a lifetime. Many more layoffs are expected soon. Oh I know there is ways to bring it back up. Ezekiel asks the question, "Can these dead bones live?" Just a question; so we have passed judgement on a dead man, with charges brought by un-named persons, advocated for by a secular, third party law firm! Teach us to sit with the pain wrought by the systems and structures of Christian ministry organizations that seem to lend themselves time and again to gross abuses of power, moral negligence, and ethical abandon. Recently the pain has intensified and I have battled several flare-ups. In the statement, the ministry also thanked "each journalist, advocate, and concerned member of the public who brought accusations of sexual misconduct and abuse to our attention," adding, "Their efforts paved the way for us to recognize the truth and have the opportunity to respond to the truth." . In my view, a renaming of the organisation and fundamental restructuring of the organisation and board needs to be done and done very quickly, if the potential of the marvelous young team of apologists is to be retained in any collective sense., Other national boards are also in the process of disentangling themselves from the US headquarters, according to multiple sources inside the ministry. She also believes "the RZIM Board has been used as a cover to defend Ravi's actions and the actions of the senior leadership ". What we need to do is GUARD our own hearts and PRAY Dr. Zacharis had time with the Lord before his going. A post shared by Ravi Zacharias (@ravizacharias) on May 10, 2020 at 3:12pm PDT, In various posts on Zacharias Twitter page, the apologist regularly referred to his wife as Margie. The ministry stopped taking donations so they probably cant keep paying the mortgage. At the start of the new year, RZIM was bracing for a split. And to be truthful I would hate it if now that both my wives are gone for someone to bring up evidence that either of them was involved in gross immorality! She should be thankful shes not (yet) moving to a different form of subsidized housing at the Big House for defrauding and misleading donors. One woman told the investigators that after he arranged for the ministry to provide her with financial support, he required sex from her. She called it rape. I am shocked how easily the Christian community was persuaded that Ravi was guilty. I do get Nathan Zacharias Defending Ravi and I did read it! 3 Therefore whatever you have said in the dark shall be heard in the light, and what you have whispered in private rooms shall be proclaimed on the housetops. Just thought you should know. His puts forth a narrative of a shadowy leadership team at RZIM out to get his mom when sister Sara is CEO and still a director. The findings, alongside details revealed over months of internal reckoning at RZIM, challenge the picture many have had of Zacharias. Speaking specifically about how the family celebrated Christmas, Reynolds said: At Christmas, we incorporated a custom we first saw practiced in Jordan and used it to teach the children our oneness not just as a family but as part of Gods family because He had sent his son to earth. Funny as he told someone else that hed never block someone for asking questions or disagreeing but only if they were cruel. Out of the depths we cry to you, O Lord. While the report did not interview sources abroad, investigators uncovered evidence that Zacharias routinely met massage therapists when he traveled. Ravi Zacharias Rebuttals; RZIM Statements; Questions of NDA Violations (2017-2018) Christian & Missionary Alliance Denominational Discipline Investigation (Starting March 2018) . One year on from the death of disgraced evangelist Ravi Zacharias, his daughter Sarah and son Nathan released dramatically different public statements about the sexual misconduct allegations against their father. Margaret Reynolds Wiki - Margaret Reynolds Bio. In Jesus name I pray amen. Did someone give him a chance to get a career? The influential evangelist Ravi Zacharias, who died last spring, engaged in "sexting, unwanted touching, spiritual abuse, and rape," according to a report released on Thursday . She believes that he was fully devoted to God, her, their children, and those who looked up to him. It is no doubt shocking and distressing to consider claims that ones spouse was a sexual predator. 8. Later documents I obtained indicate that the $700,000 home Ravi and Margie Zacharias occupied the past several years was bought in 2018 by an LLC managed by an RZIM executive. In the end, the lawyers said we are confident that we uncovered sufficient evidence to conclude that Mr. Zacharias engaged in sexual misconduct, though the investigation was not exhaustive. The real issue is they should have done it while Ravi was alive. Michael Ramsden did not build RZIM. The earliest indicator that Ravi Zacharias was possibly a false teacher was his ecumenicalism. As far as she could tell, this atheist blogger was the only one who cared that Zacharias had sexually abused people and gotten away with it. Zacharias, Christian apologist, was the Indian born founder of Ravi Zacharias International Ministries. Not defending Ravi. In an email to her friends, released by her son Nathan, Margie explained that she did not find any evidence to prove that the accusations thrown against her husband are true. Gilman told CT he was deeply concerned the ministry he loved would choose to rebrand but not repent. ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO (ANS) Three-time Dove-winning musician, Fernando Ortegawho just lost his mother, Eva Pacheco Ortega, age 93reflects on the passing of Ravi Zacharias. Did he have OFFICES at either RZIM ministries or elsewhere? Not an acknowledgement. I feel that some actually WANT Ravi either guilty or innocent. May the Lord get the glory for all of this! In addition to finding nothing incriminating in Ravis belongings, Margie said that she could not believe the allegations against her husband because of what she had personally observed about his spiritual life. They cited the recent report and findings of sexual misconduct from the ministry's namesake, the late Ravi Zacharias, as the reason they had decided to close. On Dec. 3, 2017, Zacharias issued a statement condemning Thompson as an extortionist and declaring his innocence: "In my 45 years of marriage to Margie, I have never engaged in any inappropriate behavior of any kind." But data show the next day he received a photo from a Malaysian woman with whom he had a relationship. And, fun fact, though they took a public stance in breaking with the organization in February of 2020, they continued to accept their regular funding from them through the end of the fiscal year, which would have ended Sept 30, 2020. He tried to some how say that M&M used poor digital security, a complete non sequitur. One thing is sure, we do not know the whole story and likely wont ever know it. In an article published by The Roys Report Margie Zacharias's email was posted in a Facebook group called "Friends who like Ravi Zacharias." She also added there was "absolutely nothing to support the claims being made or the charges against him." The RZIM board released a statement alongside the investigation. In its statement released with the report, the RZIM board acknowledged the failure and apologized to Lori Anne Thompson. And if it would be proven true all I can say it would take the Grace of God(2 Cor.12:7-11) and the strength of Christ to accept it(Phil.4:13)! Infidelity is traumatic for a spouse, there is a good video here if anyone wants to understand why: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=vZ8sdPQZpWI. she thought. But for now it's time to face the pain and the discipline of healing. "Woe to you, teachers of the law and Pharisees, you hypocrites! This week, she believes God answered her prayer. After Zacharias died, his massage therapist reported to Sarah DavisRavi and Margie Zacharias daughteralong with Margie Zacharias and only five other RZIM employees. Published in full on The Roys Report, the letter documents how Malhotra believes "key information was withheld from the RZIM Board by Ravi and the Senior Leadership Team during the crisis of 2017-18, as well as more recently with the spa allegations.". A woman . God also is in your side. . "In my 45 years of marriage to Margie, I have never engaged in any inappropriate behaviour of any kind." Just weeks after the Thompson case he was engaging with similar behaviour with a Malaysian masseuse. 2 Nothing is covered up that will not be revealed, or hidden that will not be known. They are jealous, liars, violent, merciless , shameless, greedy, vicious and racists. This is a very difficult decision necessary only because of the situation we find ourselves in, she wrote. Ravi is Innocent! I do delete comments like these that just call names and are inflammatory. BRAVO Margie Zacharias, Ive never believed these false accusations. Official Facebook account of the late Ravi Zacharias (1946-2020). He used his need for massage and frequent overseas travel to hide his abusive behavior, luring victims by building trust through spiritual conversations and offering funds straight from his ministry. . But here are my feelings. We see this is the third article this month youve found worth reading. He could never have kept a secret like they are alleging (alleging, I say, as there is not one whit of evidence to support what they are saying), said Margie Zacharias in an email that her son, Nathan, published on his blog. That which she may be in denial about as well. Before I left the house I wanted to be certain that nothing was left of Ravi that anyone could take and twist and create a story to use against him, she said. She now proves herself further to be an active accomplice in abuse, deception, and treachery; old habits die hard. Zacharias warned the womana fellow believerif she ever spoke out against him, she would be responsible for millions of souls lost when his reputation was damaged. Whoah, theres actually a defending Ravi site? Was she the one who misled Lennox and Orr Ewing (who enjoy influence at camps and conferences) into thinking Ravi was procedurally sound as if they couldnt take their own trouble? The current allegations are of such a serious nature that I cannot be involved in any ongoing activity in the name of RZIM, Lennox wrote in a statement to the UK and US boards. However, Margie Zachariass statement that there is no evidence at all to support those allegations is remarkable to say the least, given the amount of evidence that exists. Well I reread it and to be honest I am more convinced of his guilt not less! John Lennox, a Northern Irish mathematician and apologist who famously debated Richard Dawkins, Christopher Hitchens, and other new atheists, has urged the UK branch of RZIM to separate. They are devastated by the findings of the Miller and Martin investigations and they welcome the statement of repentance by the International Board of Directors as well as acknowledging the courageous women who came forward. I feel disappointed in myself and others who could have pushed harder against the tides of submissive loyalty to demand better answers earlier, as there is no part of the evangelical creed that honours cowardice or sacrifices conscience, Dan Paterson, the former head of RZIM in Australia, wrote on Facebook Wednesday night. Continued coverage by Julie Roys and other reporters is necessary to achieve such ends. We believe not only the women who made their allegations public but also additional women who had not previously made public allegations against Ravi but whose identities and stories were uncovered during the investigation, the statement said. In HIM there is no darkness at all! Margie Zacharias: There Is Not One Whit of Evidence to Support Claims Margie Zacharias, wife of disgraced apologist. We regret the statement that we released on September 15, 2020. Zacharias founded Ravi Zacharias International Ministries in 1984, and "launched a global team of nearly 100 Christian scholars and authors who continue to speak, resource, train and address the . One of the massage therapists he groped, masturbated in front of, and asked for sexually explicit images watched in shock as the apologist was honored and celebrated on a livestream. Davis informed staff that some global offices may decide to separate from RZIM and become independent, national organizations. In the press release announcing his death, Sarah Zacharias said that her father returned from receiving chemotherapy in Houston to be at home in Atlanta. But truth is what is important in these conversations. I did not make it clear that I copied and pasted that prayer from the link from Jackson. And there is other possibilities too. Margaret Reynolds aka Margie Zacharias was Ravi Zacharias wife of 48 years. Has no one come forward? NO WAY. Margaret Reynolds was Ravi Zacharias' wife of 48 years. His statement is Biblically illiterate and poorly reasoned. The misrepresentations, red herrings, and conspiracy theories are just really bad and he consistently never addresses anything of substance. First clean the inside of the cup and dish, and then the outside also will be clean. The couple had three children, Sarah, Nathan and Naomi. According to the investigative report, however, Zacharias continued soliciting sexual images of women as he settled the case with the Thompsons, defended himself publicly, and assured the RZIM leadership and staff he did nothing wrong and there was no need to investigate. No way, this is not Ravi NO WAY. Another possibility is that it was written to family members with the intention for someone to leak it. You may have been blocked by both of them, which would hide their accounts from you. We Christians have fallen for it again, and destroyed the work of a man on technically hearsay. She has many a reason to want to continue to live in the lap of luxurious denial and try to maintain her status quip and quo. Zacharias died in May of cancer at age 74, after aggressively denying sexual misconduct allegations made in 2017 by Lori Anne Thompson, a former follower, and her husband and portraying the couple . But once again it can be deleted! The Canadian board said in a statement that It is clear that this ministry cannot be built on previous structures but must be built on new approaches and relationships.. While Ravi Zacharias was alive, his massage therapist reported directly to Ravi Zacharias. Did she or some fellow directors (behind her back) know the firm wasnt making ends meet? For the sake of justice and truth, please, tell your side of this story to the world. Margaret got married to her husband Zacharia on May 7, 1972. Would you consider making a tax-deductible donation to help our journalists continue to report the truth and restore the church? She prayed that something would happen. The wife of the late apologist Ravi Zacharias defended him against the allegations that shocked the Christian world and forced the Ravi Zacharias International Ministry (RZIM) to reorganize.. People inside RZIM expect the core to include speakers Michael Ramsden, Abdu Murray, and Vince Vitale, led by Davis. Just pointing out that youre using Luke 12:2-4 way out of context, as most people do. Denial runs deep and to acknowledge and take accountability would cause such psychological upheaval ( with narcissistic roots ) it most likely will never happen. Margie says RZIM gave her 90 days notice to vacate her home. Shes had the benefit of living in a $700k house for 3 years rent free. I pray that God will expose those who are behind this false accusation. I hope her followers see that her claims are unprovable and fly in the face of credible hard evidence discovered by an independent investigation. New information has been publicly released regarding the late apologist Ravi Zacharias and an alleged online sexual relationship that was first reported in 2017.. Be blessed. It was just a matter of telling the truth for God, other victims and my daughter. (4) And wheres the NDA? He also made a very bold claim that an M&M attorney didnt believe there were any victims. Please understand that I am not defending her actions or rationalizing her attitudes. (3) And keep this in mind. In truth, you have to go back several years to the beginning of this whole saga in order to understand all that has happened. And of course youre right. RZIM announced it is bringing in victims advocate Rachael Denhollander to educate the board and leadership on sexual abuse and advise them on best practices going forward. The ministry Zacharias founded, Ravi Zacharias International Ministries (RZIM), issued a statement calling the accusations "false." On Naomis post I didnt even commentonly left a link to an article at Christianity Today by a former RZIM apologist that was about how we must believe women. Toggle some bits and get an actual square. 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In its statement released . Its in his time; its in his way. He could never have kept a secret like they are alleging (alleging, I say, as there is not one whit of evidence to support what they are saying), said Margie Zacharias in an email that her son, Nathan, . The only area of the city that did not have garbage bags piled high was the airport. The attitude from the younger Zacharias is much of what is wrong with the approach She resigned her position on staff and the . Mon Mar 01 2021. Malhotra responded that the trust is explained in "Note 8" of the 2018 financial statement. Thank you for dealing with Margie Zacharias recent email. She had dementia. Davis wrote in a ministry-wide email that RZIM asked for a modification to the NDA for the purpose of the investigation, but the organization has no authority over the estate, which is controlled by her mother, Margie Zacharias. Your husband is innocent. Your prayers mean more than youll ever know. After the Thompson case, the investigators noticed that Zacharias did a better job of deleting his messages in ways that could not be detected or uncovered. Zacharias engaged in what was at least an extramarital emotional affair with a woman not his wife. Thank you for your desire to see the word of God handled properly and for seeking to correct in a spirit of gentleness. https://rzim.org.za/. Having experienced this helps me understand the deep-roots of denial Margie seems to be experiencing, though this is not righteousness exemplified showing humility and grace to the victims and makes her complicit to RZs crimes. I think it takes a complete fool to leave stuff behind! In her email, Margie Zacharias explains how she started going through Ravi's belongings as she was given 90 days by RZIM to leave their house and "wanted to be certain that nothing was left of Ravi that anyone could take and twist and create a story to use against him". No One Knows. She sent an email to family members, and the message was later forwarded to Julie Roys. The entire family has lived a lavish lifestyle at churches expense. To deal with this, you have to manually declare it in a cpp file, with the syntax int A::b;. You have declared a global takeModulusLOOP function, then call it in main, without ever defining it. (Update: The day after the report was released the UK board voted unanimously to separate from RZIM and choose a new name.). And I really think that will shed light one way or the other! In this video, I share 3 THINGS . Great! Twitter/Ravi Zacharias Plus did he by any chance have an office at the RZIM headquarters? Baughman blogged on Zachariass false statements about academic credentials, the sexting allegations, and the subsequent lawsuit. On May 6, Zacharias paid tribute to his wife on the eve of their wedding anniversary tweeting, 48 years ago she gave me her hand in marriage. Give a gift of $30 or more to The Roys Report this month, and you will receive Escaping the Maze of Spiritual Abuse by Dr. Lisa Oakley and Justin Humphreys. Margie Zacharias, the widow of the disgraced apologist Ravi Zachariasand former board member and chief cultural officer for Ravi Zacharias International Ministries (RZIM)has broken her silence regarding her late husbands alleged sexual abuse. Give a gift of $30 or more to The Roys Report this month, and you will receive a copy of Escaping the Maze of Spiritual Abuse by Dr. Lisa Oakley and Justin Humphreys. Their attorney, Basyle Tchividjian, told investigators that with everything that has come to light, the fact that the Thompsons are still bound by an NDA is reprehensible.. After the staff reductions and national splits, the team that remains will likely be some of the speakers who were closest to Zacharias and have well-established relationships with major donors. The couple had three children, Sarah, Nathan and Naomi, in addition to five grandchildren. Defending Ravi Website: https://defendingravi.wordpress.com/M&M Report: https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/rzimmedia.rzim.org/assets/downloads/Report-of-Inve. First YFC and the sad denominations that dogged his parents, later the Oxford element (Oxford again as usual). . Here is my stand. . In her email, Margie Zacharias also reveals that shes recently moved out of her home because RZIM had told her that she had to vacate it. The Story Behind the Ravi Zacharias Allegations (Part 1): Lawsuits, NDAs, and Email Threads. Zacharias used tens of thousands of dollars of ministry funds dedicated to a humanitarian effort to pay four massage therapists, providing them housing, schooling, and monthly support for extended periods of time, according to investigators. So so sad really.
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