Justin Bieber reportedly hasn’t attended church services in about three months as his pastor, Judah Smith, faces controversial accusations. Photos have previously shown the singer and his wife, Hailey Bieber, going to Churchome in Beverly Hills.
However, sources suggest that the singer last attended the religious institution’s monthly in-person services in March and has been absent since. The claims surface while rumors of his divorce continue to make the rounds, with fans growing concerned about his cryptic posts and online activities.
Justin Bieber remains absent from church amid alleged drama with Pastor, ‘source’ claims
The U.S. Sun exclusively learned from sources that Justin Bieber has been avoiding attending services at his church amid drama with his pastor. Insiders informed the publication that he last attended Churchome’s monthly in-person services in March and has maintained his distance ever since. Justin, along with Hailey Bieber, has previously been photographed joining the services and used to share a close bond with the pastor, Judah Smith.
However, Smith recently found himself in the middle of a controversy after accusations claimed Churchome is a “cult.” The allegations suggested that the religious institution propagated a “cult-like culture.” Moreover, the singer’s close bond with him seemingly caused tensions between him and his longtime friend, Ryan Good, resulting in an apparent fallout. Regardless of the rumored rift, TMZ’s sources claimed Good expressed concern for Bieber.
Despite “cult” rumors surrounding Justin Bieber’s church and his pastor, the Churchome goers don’t feel the same way. The U.S. Sun reportedly spoke to a few members leaving the premises after the services on Wednesday, with one denying the allegations. The individual claimed they had been “coming to this church for five years,” believed Smith “has a good heart,” and confirmed to have never experienced anything negative.
The churchgoer further commented on Bieber’s absence from the services, suggesting he’s likely “got a busy schedule.” The individual added that the dad of one has “participated here, given words here, so we all love him.” Smith also spoke at a recent sermon, hinting at possible drama at the church. He emotionally recounted a recent experience meeting old friends who asked him if he was doing “okay.”
Originally reported by Nikita Mahato on RealityTea.
