Update: CofE substantiates allegations in Mike Pilavachi investigation
The Church of England's National Safeguarding Team has released its initial findings into allegations against Mike Pilavachi
The team responsible for looking into the allegations against the vicar and founder of Soul Survivor Watford has "substantiated" the claims.
In a statement released today, the Church of England said the internal investigation found that Pilavachi exhibited “an abuse of power relating to his ministry and spiritual abuse”.
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