You have been told … what the LORD requires of you: Only to do the right and to love goodness, and to walk humbly with your God. These words from the prophet Micah have been re-worked into a popular hymn by David Haas, “We are called.” Recently accusations of sexual impropriety have been lodged against him. It is reported that he used his music ministry to prey on those attending liturgical workshops. This has prompted many to remove his music from their repertoire. If he used his music for nefarious purposes, to sing his songs will continue to re-injure his victims. I am reminded of situations of clergy abuse where whatever the good that priests had done is overshadowed by the ongoing harm the survivors suffer.
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By Church Staff