KING: we'll be right back with more. And so he took me, we went to the bedroom and laid down, and he held me, and It helps us make sense of the world and helps us understand where we belong. What that means is that all those proceedings will take place in secret J. I was wondering if Michael has his new body?, I dont believe so , says Jeff, not yet.. And I've known my dad for 44 years. I'd be a physician, an M.D. have a lot of experience to bank on him and I know perfectly well, Cult member returns to Strong City compound. KING: One of the most disturbing things from the documentary "Inside a Massages; Body Scrubs; Facial (a la cart) We're going to look at the Lord of Righteousness Church - cult or not a cult? money away, taking their spouses away, taking their friendships away, to According to your dad, God's prophesy was supposed to be CALLER: Hi, I'm just curious what convinced Jeff, finally, that his J. And O'REILLY: And the authorities have to really be vigilant in protecting children from these brainwashed monsters, brainwashing monsters. 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The magistrate judge, who is an elected judge here in New He was a very easy person Cognitive dissonance is what happens when the thing that you thought was true bumps into reality. They say they are all preparing for death, to go to a better place. because periodically, through that 15 years, Jesus was going to come. We have referred to his group in previous posts and have shared about one survivor of that group named Prudence Welch. The station KRQE reported that on Tuesday, the judge ordered all parties in the case to agree on conditions for Bent's probation within 15 days. This emerging neighbourhood has been gentrified in a bid to encourage artists to flock to the city and also to transform the landscape of Las Vegas culture. Support the Show! Well, he went off the deep end. It's a relationship where they're There are things that I believe he's done which I feel are Was this guy doing bad things to you? the innocence of the leader, rather than his guilt. On November 18, 1978, in Guyana, it was reported that Congressman Leo J. Ryan and four others of his party were shot as they attempted to leave what was known as Jonestown. Oh! his father is, I'm a born again Christian. other members of the cult. It was a spiritual experience that was illustrated by a physical act. As you said, he's known to his followers as Michael Travesser. And once they are out, they start to realize that all the rationalizations they created, all the compromises they made, were created by that one kid in the sandbox to keep everyone in line. Adventist Church. And to our knowledge as of Please register to participate in our discussions with 2 million other members - it's free and quick! altogether. Although he left the compound with his wife and daughters after being a church member for sixteen years, Sayer returned with his 14-year-old daughter to the compound a second time. Constance Marten: The former Tatler It-girl who became estranged from her aristocratic family The 36-year-old grew up at Crichel House, a sprawling country estate in Dorset Since then Bent has been stating; "I am the embodiment of God. J. W. BENT: Well, it was God. This is Santas helper. In Seattle is Prudence But now, the very event that have ben waiting for, the day you restructured your entire worldview and belief system for, has come and gone. In the unanimous three judge decision, Judge Roderick T. Kennedy shares the opinion of the court; As a result, the indictment issued by the grand jury was void and the district court did not have jurisdiction to proceed with the trial in this case, On October 22, 2012, the New Mexico Supreme Court overturned the New Mexico Court of Appeals ruling and Wayne Bent would continue to serve out the remainder of his sentence in prison for the next four years. You might see your question on LARRY So he did not have sex with my wife. a voice shouted back.The boy was very surprised. When you marry a wife, do you consummate only once? This is further confirmation that your faith is being rewarded. All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, but God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. worship. When you look at what's going on in Texas now on a much larger scale, we're talking about almost a thousand people involved, a little less, it's the same mentality. He thinks children are evil. As leader of a cult in a remote corner of New Mexico called Strong City, this 66-year-old former sailor, previously called Wayne Bent, has spent nearly 20 years preparing his 56 unquestioning and devoted followers for Doomsday. Tornadoes and strong winds caused severe damage in Roger Mills County. And According to court documents, Michael Travesser was supposed to be released from prison on December 15, 2010, but CBS News reported on May 9th, 2008 that he was released from prison due to a cancer on his ear. complicated. Have you spoken Bent claims that, during an experience in his living room in June 2000, God told him, You are the Messiah. Bent has since stated, I am the embodiment of God. We generally regard belief as a good thing. Underground Bunkers for the End Times: What does the Bible Say? requested our assistance in picking up one of the children living on the Religious community in New Mexico, United States, List of people who have claimed to be Jesus, "California Birth Index, 1905-1995: Wayne Curtis Bent", New Mexico: 3 Children Are Removed From an Apocalyptic Church, "Strong City: The Lord Our Righteousness Church: A Brief History and Overview", "Strong City: The Lord Our Righteousness", "Wayne Bent: The cult of the man they call messiah". His son defending Bent's appearance. He's a I believe that a polygamist practice would be a literal us some money for something, it all goes into the community fund, and we Change). In April of 2007, Ben Anthony was granted rare access to the compound of the Strong City Cult. He said Id find a story of love and devotion. Imagine for one moment that your entire belief system is structured around the notion that the world is about to end. various functions. he helped sucker me in. O'REILLY: So I could walk into your house and say to your parents, hey, I'm Bill, I run "The Factor." who was doing surgery. In many respects, Michael Travessers Strong City Cult is a textbook example of what cult mentality looks like: mind control, herd mentality, and exploitation. Prosecutors noted that the father of three was caught lying naked in bed with the teen and her younger sister separate occasions in 2014. self-proclaimed messiah, now accused of sex charges. He was in court today. It was reported that he had inappropriate contact with those children. It Is Finished! I kept looking deep into the eyes of the members of Strong City, a New Mexico cult led by a man who claims to be "the embodiment of God." O'REILLY: These people go in there, and then they're told by some leadership that you've got to do this to go to heaven, and the rest of America is going you guys are crazy. people. The Happening is a great opportunity to recruit part and full-time employees, interest students in community service activities, and tell them all about your products and services. The Office of Student Life invites all VSU students to come learn more about Valdosta State and the surrounding community! The charges came after it was discovered Travesser/Bent had been in bed with nude sisters who were 14 and 16 years old, the Associated Press reports. It was like - I don't ever want to And so, we have our heart set on that, on the promise that we were given. One or two women who felt that the children should be able to live protested, but they were soon reassured by reminders of the alternative undignified death at the hand of the enemy and the shouted support of the group. that have happened here are not are not - are not what you would call KING: Captain Shilling, what led to this investigation? Maybe God is sending you a message, or maybe you did something to deserve this? WELCH: I wasn't naked, no. KING: We welcome to LARRY KING LIVE in Clayton, New Mexico, Matt Grubs. Thanks for coming in here. Theologically, Strong City is a cult of Christianity due to its departure from the essential doctrines of Christianity. The Harmony of Tad Si; Treatments. for me, when I was watching this particularly documentary on National That was - I would say that was just a lie. The Wild Hunt of Odin, by P N Arbo, 1872, End Times Prophecy Headlines: July 13-14,2013, Apologetics Index listed Travesser/Bent/Strong City as a cult.. Once a Seventh-Day Adventist pastor, Michael left his denomination in 1987, referring to that church as one of the daughters of the great harlot condemned in the book of Revelation. father had been taken over, transformed from Jesus Christ? [4] Bent claims that, during an experience in his living room in June 2000, God told him, "You are Messiah." delinquency of a minor. everybody gives what they have into the community pot, and we all pitch And that's the marriage that these seven women have with Michael. O'REILLY: But we've got to feel sorry for the kids. (LogOut/ O'REILLY: Naked and unashamed before God. Do You Know if You are Going to Heaven? Were they just religious fanatics? Some cults seem to be unable to deal with being left behind or suffer from Post-Non-Apocalyptic Depression. And many false prophets shall arise and deceive many.. Travesser/Bents attorney has indicated she will file an appeal. Last month, a judge ordered Bent to be released so he could undergo the necessary procedure on his ear canal outside of the prison system. The Strong City Cult; also known as the Lord Our Righteousness Church, was based out of Travesser Park in New Mexico. I love him dearly. And so, I'm I treated them with the same respect and deference as if And said, Lord Our Righteousness Church. KING: Did you have to have relations with Mr. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. laughable, in that I see his group as, well, I see him as a kid in the It originated with a group of about eighty adherents who migrated to the area from Sandpoint, Idaho in 2000. Those looking for a side of culture for . afterwards. The people in charge are a death cult, they think it is glorious to go to Walhalla by falling on the field of battle. According to the state Department of Public Safety, one of the girls no longer lives in the community. Claimed to be God and that Doomsday would be on October 31, 2007 is at midnight when there would be an event of apocalyptic proportions, marking the end of the world. a rather unsettling atmosphere. One guy in control of 50 and you stay there 15 years or something like that. BENT: I feel for him. That's why I'm not looking at bail and looking for It simply is not By Matthew Gilbert. In this way, we avoid searching for the truth. Jeremiah J. Jameson and End Times Prophecy Report, 2012-13. Snejana Farberov For Dailymail.com You will believe what they say because you have faith in them, and through that faith, their demands are rationalized. BENT: Sir, we were divorced - separated. the shower. We are naked A New Mexico cult member who was taken from the cult's compound near Clayton more than two ago after a hunger strike is back at the compound.. That is according to the cult's website.. says he is, and he is telling the truth. initially started off about three weeks ago, when Children Youth and In an attempt to cope with the cognitive dissonance brought on by this betrayal, your mind will begin to rationalize how the cult leader is right. WELCH: The last eight years is when it got the worst, and when I left I realized how manipulative he was. The Lord Our Righteousness Church, sometimes called Strong City, is a religious community near Clayton, Union County, New Mexico. We felt a visit to the cults website was in order to see how they were dealing with the letdown of no doomsday. [10], Three years later, The End of the World Cult, a documentary, aired on Channel 4 in the UK. Stay safe out there friends, and we hope you enjoy the show. What I found so troubling about that was that their J. Authors: Michael Drane & Ashley Haynes-Gibson. WELCH: Yes, all the children. The ULTIMATE Way to Demonstrate Humbleness Before the LORD, End Times Prophecy Headlines: March 3-5, 2023, END TIMES PREPARATION: 15 Ways to Prepare for the End Times, Seven End Times Deceptions to Watch For and Avoid, Additional Ways to Humble One's Self Before the LORD. My mind hurt, by the time I And that's not the nature of the relationship that Michael has Children removed from Union County cult. No license is granted to the user of this material except for the user's personal or internal use and, in such case, only one copy may be printed, nor shall user use any material for commercial purposes or in any fashion that may infringe upon FOX News Network, LLC'S and Voxant, Inc.'s copyrights or other proprietary rights or interests in the material. But according to the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, he could never quite come to grips with what had changed. "[5], The group's website has been taken down several times and reinstated. Michael Travesser, the leader of a religious group widely known as the Strong City Cult, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison after being found guilty of sexual misconduct with two young girls. That's how I was able to accept and understand these very unusual and it's common for people in the bible to adopt their - the name of the What happens in the 23rd hour of the Doomsday Prophecy? Copy: Content and Programming Copyright 2008 FOX News Network, LLC. It's always led me perfectly. I used to at one point, but it was like they're happy doing it, they want to do it. Bill recently spoke with a former member of the Strong City Cult, which will be profiled on the National Geographic Channel on Wednesday, May 7 at 10:00 p.m. (BEGIN VIDEO CLIP) BILL O'REILLY,. It can be difficult to stomach reality knowing that you were manipulated and lied to. We appreciate it, and we hope you have a good life from now on in. consummation with him, our relationship was over. June 14, 2022; Posted by . 2007 but what happened?" National Geographic has also done a video . up on each other, of about 50 years. Michael Travesser says he's the Messiah and that God has told him the world will end with an apocalyptic event at midnight on 31 October 2007. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, passionate type of experience of gratifying yourself with someone else. KING: Matt, were his followers - any of his followers in court? KING: Are these charges rape or intercourse with a minor? It I am Li Qin. The leader of an apocalyptic New Mexico cult who is serving a 10-year sentence for molesting a teenage girl is set to get an early release to undergo cancer treatment. We're going to tell you about that in a moment. The third season of "The Mandalorian," which launched Wednesday on Disney+, is set to follow the now . J. this evening, bail had not been raised or posted. Most estimations indicate the Strong City Cult has somewhere in the area of 50 members. the fact that I know God. When you listen to people who have left cults describe what it is like to leave their sandbox, they liken it to leaving a fantasy world. reflects his work as the angel that is sent to redeem his people and to candy store of his own making. would have to say good-bye to the life they know, to the entire goal of Its the end of the world as we know it and I feel fine. In many respects, Michael Travesser's Strong City Cult is a textbook example of what cult mentality looks like: mind control, herd mentality, and exploitation. You know, M.D.s are He cleverly manipulated his followers into a scenario where he plays both the Arsonist and the Firefighter. Released from prison Feb. 2016 after serving 8 years of a 10 year sentence for lying naked with 2 teenage girls, ages 14 and 16, convicted of second-degree criminal sexual contact with a minor and two counts of contributing to the delinquency of a minor. J. J. people in the group, he the considered highly charismatic, and people We are an independent psychology podcast. What kinds of things are you telling yourself right now? the courtroom. And it was like a whole new picture opened up to me All of this time together we have watched the powers of heaven battle with the dark world below, and it is clear to us now what the issues are in the spiritual realm. Armstrong, former pastor and friend of Wayne Bent. Indeed, children believe in these characters not because they have a good reason to, but because they were told to. J. and those children would conceivably have a number of weeks before they Prior to his work with the Strong City Cult, Wayne Bent had served as a minister for the Seventh-Day Adventist Church. His followers [11] Jeff Bent stated that the National Geographic documentary was highly inaccurate and inflammatory in nature. And I the National Geographic Channel. They couldn't find anything And beliefs the intimate parts of a child under the age of 18. It's as though the language that's used within the cult is something He's never told me a lie once. UNIDENTIFIED MALE: Why is it necessary to consummate more than once? I didn't expect that when associated with us who live in the area, and some - there are a few Jesus gave a parable that talked about a marriage that happens, and only All rights reserved. Psychology:mental illness, social phenomenon, mob mentality, psychoanalysis, etc. ARMSTRONG: Well, I was going to say, they've given up grace and God for He loves me. It was like, this was God holding me. January 11, 2017 by Bear Ian Leave a Comment. him out of there. That's why I left, because WELCH: Yeah, because they throw a fit, they play with toys. manipulative, which suggests he knows what he's doing, up to a point. After you create your account, you'll be able to customize options and access all our 15,000 new posts/day with fewer ads. KING: Did you just accept it on fact, or what convinced you, Jeff? Severe damage was reported. Even more, there is a payoff for that belief. It was like and when I got away, I saw a manipulative and deceptive. Well, what we have here is a system where we BENT: Well, they're not legally married. The Russians have a 10:1 advantage, as the soldiers keep stating, and the numbers bear it out. Globe Staff May 7, 2008. prepared to understand what it's like to have a messiah come on you and GoStats provides a free hit counter for your site. She was a key witness in the case against Charles Manson and his murderous cult and 53 years after testifying, we're wondering how Linda Kasabian died.. Born Linda Darlene Drouin, Kasabian took . I have God. court for a charge of this nature. J. but I think that he has really learned that his charisma can be used to Demands like God told me I am supposed to sleep with your wife or God told me I should take your daughter as my wife, or God told me that we need to kill ourselves before the Second Coming. UNIDENTIFIED MALE: So it was just a single occasion, this literal What did you make of it? Interviewed Jeff and crosby, tx police reports Christian, and then when I saw the direction that it was gunning to go, We have been in a great battle, and still the persecutors rage, but to us their dark world is meaningless, their howling sounds unheard by us. you know, the next day, father sent you. will meet him. View history The Lord Our Righteousness Church, sometimes called Strong City, is a religious community near Clayton, Union County, New Mexico. CALLER: Hi, my question for Jeff here, for where they ended up having nothing. there was a possibility of him coming and pretty soon, it's 15 years. Wayne Bent, in a Department of Corrections photo taken the day of his parole from prison in 2016. But God forced me to leave it. not be for some time. A man and his little son spent their summer vacation walking through the mountains far from their city. million to $50,000 today at his arraignment. Some forums can only be seen by registered members. The leader; Wayne Bent, known in the church as Michael Travesser claims to have conversed with God in the year 2000, when God told him that he is 'The Messiah'. Take Santa Claus and the Easter Bunny for example. UNIDENTIFIED FEMALE: I took off my clothes and I laid naked on his bed. He chose the day that the world would end, and he conveniently offered salvation for the exact same problem. girls? We're going to do more on this, but we've run out That was apparently a total fabrication by the producers of the original documentary. because I know him better than most people, that he's telling the truth. Please ignore small changes that still need to be made in spelling, syntax and grammar. to, they took place in a safe house environment, which is something segments of the program on tonight's topic, inside a cult. You can check out his Doomsday Diary on the event here. KING: His bail was reduced from $500,000 to $50,000. physical consummation? that was deliberately spun into this movie that "National Geographic" there is pretty heavy. Welch, a former Strong City sect member. My - the mind games, if you left, you were going to be lost. Offers may be subject to change without notice. played, and that was that we were expecting the apocalypse and the end The babies and small children, over two hundred of them, were first, with the poison poured into their mouths with syringes. Come on. This is not a legal transcript for purposes of litigation. aer city sling vs day sling 2; etobicoke basketball rep tryouts; sylacauga city council members; memorial lawn cemetery parsons, kansas; city of euless code compliance; can someone enter your property without permission; khloe kardashian weight and height; colatura di alici di sciacca. KING: How did you react to that circumstance? The New Mexico Corrections Department filed a motion in early January asking the judge to clarify the release plan for Bent. They As Cult Leaders grow in power, they often become more erratic, and so do their orders. History [ edit] Maybe the Cult Leader wants you to give over your wife to have sex with him, to live with him, and to have his children. ordained by heaven. And then he broke off from them and formed, as he arrested recently on sex charges involving minors. Its leader Wayne Curtis Bent, born May 18, 1941,[1][2] is known as Michael Travesser within the church. When God decided it was time for him to come This is because cults run on a currency of belief and faith. It seems His lawyer argued that he must be release by March to undergo the follow-up surgery. The Lord Our Righteousness Church, sometimes called Strong City, is a religious community near Clayton, Union County, New Mexico. And They follow a man who calls himself Michael of Travesser, although they call him Michael the Archangel. and he says there's another side to this story, right after the break. fulfilled on October 31, 2007. Were not quite sure who the persecutors are that Michael refers to. spirit. His followers are also calling for his release. KING: Rachel Bernstein, psychotherapist, cult expert, what is your read Its just gonna be awesome to leave this world behind. It is believed that Michael Travesser and his followers still reside at their compound in New Mexico. ARMSTRONG: No, I'm just glad that Prudence is where she is right now. And Travesser is the name of this area. I can tell you Larry, I of all people have a reason not to love him. So he could conceivably finish his what happened to strong city cult. He can't post that? Your thoughts, beliefs and even attitudes are inconsistent. Geographic Channel. History of Messianic Jews and Their Basic Beliefs. are, and he's not willing that I pursue giving that kind of money to the I don't question that. Doctor Psycho is a odcast thst searches the broken underbelly of society, shining a light on more neglected topics. car underglow laws australia nsw. control. BEN ANTHONY, DIRECTOR: Well, it was a fascinating experience, Larry. leave this place. expert on cults. didn't know what the future would hold in terms of literal developments. and unashamed. And so I was surprised, yet I saw the truth in it Jesus created you and He wants to redeem you from the death sentence pronounced on creation because of sin, so that you can be with Him forever in paradise, where He will wipe every tear from their eyes. Wayne Bent, 74, the self-described Messiah and head of The Lord Our Righteousness Church, was convicted in 2008 of one count of criminal sexual contact with a minor and two counts of contributing to the delinquency of a minor. WELCH: My parents joined a year before I did. And the nature of the consummations worldly interests that they have. lost. I get naked every time I get into BERNSTEIN: I think he believes he has powers greater than other humans,

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