Sign of the (recession) times? Two local church officials accused of theft

By Michelle Boorstein

Two local church economic officials stealing BIG from their own churches?

I'd say this is a sign of the (recession) times, but both cases -- charges filed in recent days -- focus on theft that allegedly happened years ago.

Regardless, the allegations must be demoralizing for churches, which generally are already facing greater need, declining membership and a tougher fundraising climate.

The men charged are accused of stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars for things like down payments on luxury cars, family trips and a wedding reception.

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Michelle Boorstein

 |  January 13, 2010; 2:48 AM ET  |  Category:  God in Government Save & Share:                 
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