Kathryn Krick Breaks Her Silence, Addresses Cult And Church Accusation On The Tamron Hall Show
Five-Fold Church founder in Los Angeles, Kathryn Krick faces a now trending question about her rapidly expanding ministry during her September 22 appearance on The Tamron Hall Show. The interview follows after multiple viral videos of Krick praying over followers, along with questions which include the pattern of her leadership style and ministry practices, which have generated increasing public attention.
Her rapid growth includes, Kathryn Krick developing a large social-media following through messages which is centered on healing, deliverance and spiritual authority. Some of her healing videos show followers falling, shaking or becoming visibly emotional during encounters with the apostle. Krick maintains her standing that these experiences are fully connected to the work of God and says her ministry is focused mostly on helping people experience freedom and healing.
One of the strongest topics which were discussed during the interview is, whether Five-Fold Church should be described as a cult. Because Cult researcher Rick Alan Ross has published an analysis of the ministry in July, raising concerns about Krick’s authority, influence over her followers and the structure of the organization. Kricks immediately rejected the characterization, saying she does not believe she controls or manipulates people in any way.
Financial questions also received attention. During the interview, Hall cited IRS records showing approximately $4 million in donations to the church. Krick explained that supporters give because they believe their lives have been changed through the ministry. She acknowledged she received a salary but said she has not publicly disclosed the said amount and rejected the claims or suggestions that she lives lavishly.
Another interesting part of the interview was when she was questioned about videos showing her followers kneeling before her, calling her names like “mama” and presenting gifts. She explained that kneeling can represent honor in African culture and insisted that the practice should not be interpreted as worship.
Another significant part of the discussion involved GeorDavie, the Tanzanian minister Krick describes as her spiritual father. Recent reports and allegations concerning him have added another layer of scrutiny to Krick’s ministry and her continued relationship with him. Krick has publicly maintained her support for him.
IN SUMMARY; The interview ultimately placed Five-Fold Church’s rapid growth, spiritual practices, financial activity and leadership structure under wider public examination, while giving Krick an opportunity to explain her beliefs and respond directly to the criticism.
