Far-right Evangelical leader accused of 'serious allegations spanning several decades'
Mike Bickle, the leader of the Kansas City-based International House of Prayer (IHOP), has been accused by multiple women of sexual abuse dating back years.
In a statement released over the weekend, Dwayne Roberts and Brian Kimm — who are former leaders of Bickle's organization — along with the Rev. Wes Martin, allege that Bickle used his position to sexually abuse several women. Roberts, Kimm, and Martin said there were "serious allegations spanning several decades," and that the victims, who have not yet disclosed their names, "have always been viewed as credible, trustworthy, and courageous."
In a statement released over the weekend, Dwayne Roberts and Brian Kimm — who are former leaders of Bickle's organization — along with the Rev. Wes Martin, allege that Bickle used his position to sexually abuse several women. Roberts, Kimm, and Martin said there were "serious allegations spanning several decades," and that the victims, who have not yet disclosed their names, "have always been viewed as credible, trustworthy, and courageous."
Mike Bickle has been a leader in Evangelical Christian circles for decades. His ministry is known for setting up round-the-clock "prayer rooms" that are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. After Donald Trump was elected to the presidency, Bickle said it was a "huge reprieve from heaven." Church leaders have reportedly asked Bickle to not attend any prayer meetings, preach any sermons, or post to social media while its investigation into the allegations against him is ongoing.
