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Ohio Megachurch Fires Founding Pastor Over Misconduct Claims

New Life Chapel in West Chester, Ohio, says it fired its founder, pastor Lonnie Snell, for sexual misconduct with a subordinate. The church is investigating and has asked members to pray for unity.

MinistryWatch·Nov 6, 2026

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