Expose hidden predators at Hope City Church
The Issue
I have a personal stake in bringing to light the disturbing facts about Hope City Church in Appleton, WI, where convicted child molesters are reportedly being hidden and protected. This battle for the truth has been ongoing since 2021, involving persistent denial and evasion by those in power at the church, including Pastor Phil Bridges and his wife Terra.
My concern is profound and personal. The church should serve as a sanctuary for families, where they can find peace and security, not as a refuge where predators lurk hidden in plain sight, endangering innocent children. Churches often have policies to safeguard against criminal behaviors within their community, yet accountability and transparency should be paramount. Unfortunately, the leadership at Hope City Church has avoided earnest discussions and continues to protect individuals like Charlene Stites and Patty Hansen, who have been identified to me as posing a threat.
I've sought a meeting with Pastor Phil Bridges to discuss these critical issues, but my pleas have been met with avoidance and deflection, unless there are others present to dilute the confrontation. I am not seeking monetary compensation but rather a genuine resolution to ensure the safety and truth that every family deserves.
The church must address these alarming allegations honestly and transparently. Families attending Hope City Church should not live in fear of endangering their children, and the broader community deserves to have trusted institutions to uphold their foundational promise of safety and integrity.
Raising awareness is our collective responsibility to ensure that accountability is not sidestepped by those in positions of power. Let's stand together to demand integrity and vigilance from Hope City Church and safeguard our community from potential threats.
We urge community members, churchgoers, and concerned citizens alike to sign this petition to prompt immediate transparency and accountability within Hope City Church. Help us protect our children and preserve the sanctity and trust within our places of worship.
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The Issue
I have a personal stake in bringing to light the disturbing facts about Hope City Church in Appleton, WI, where convicted child molesters are reportedly being hidden and protected. This battle for the truth has been ongoing since 2021, involving persistent denial and evasion by those in power at the church, including Pastor Phil Bridges and his wife Terra.
My concern is profound and personal. The church should serve as a sanctuary for families, where they can find peace and security, not as a refuge where predators lurk hidden in plain sight, endangering innocent children. Churches often have policies to safeguard against criminal behaviors within their community, yet accountability and transparency should be paramount. Unfortunately, the leadership at Hope City Church has avoided earnest discussions and continues to protect individuals like Charlene Stites and Patty Hansen, who have been identified to me as posing a threat.
I've sought a meeting with Pastor Phil Bridges to discuss these critical issues, but my pleas have been met with avoidance and deflection, unless there are others present to dilute the confrontation. I am not seeking monetary compensation but rather a genuine resolution to ensure the safety and truth that every family deserves.
The church must address these alarming allegations honestly and transparently. Families attending Hope City Church should not live in fear of endangering their children, and the broader community deserves to have trusted institutions to uphold their foundational promise of safety and integrity.
Raising awareness is our collective responsibility to ensure that accountability is not sidestepped by those in positions of power. Let's stand together to demand integrity and vigilance from Hope City Church and safeguard our community from potential threats.
We urge community members, churchgoers, and concerned citizens alike to sign this petition to prompt immediate transparency and accountability within Hope City Church. Help us protect our children and preserve the sanctity and trust within our places of worship.
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Petition created on June 12, 2026