This website is intended to help communicate the ways in which we are strengthening organizational oversight and leadership as we take practical action.
This section is focused on communicating statements, updates, and letters from leadership as they are released, with the most recent communications placed at the top. This will be added to as additional statements, updates, and letters are shared.
Additional communication and steps were taken regarding Ben Armstrong in light of new information. As a result, Ben was placed on administrative leave and a third-party investigation is being opened. To read the full statement, click the link below.
Read the StatementA communication was sent regarding Ben Armstrong and allegations reported to our team in early February 2026 regarding incidents that would’ve taken place prior to a known situation that took place in 2009. To read the full statement, click the link below.
Read the StatementA letter was released from Bill Johnson, Kris Vallotton, and Dann Farrelly on behalf of Bethel Leadership regarding Shawn Bolz and their handling of their concerns about his character and the integrity of his prophetic ministry. To read the full statement, click the link below.
Read the StatementBethel Church’s Community Guidelines and Safe Church process exist to continue the work of revival through supporting physical, emotional, and spiritual health within the Bethel community, and to provide a safe place if an unhealthy or unacceptable interaction or experience should take place. Click the button below to find out more about Safe Church.
Learn More About Safe Church