The 200 Post
A Bit of an Update on Everything, including Morningstar.
Well, we made it to the 200th Post. A lot has happened since the 100th post, “The Good, The Bad, and the Unqualified.” That was the official start of the deep exposure of my former employer, even though I had hinted at issues before this for some time, with posts like this: “The Emperor’s New Clothes.”
The 100th was the first really big post that exploded with hundreds and hundreds of views. I wish every post had at least those kinds of numbers… oh well.
Substack remains my platform of choice, even though it has some of the worst customer service I have ever seen. It has grown, added new features, and generally, I have never had a complaint from a reader about not getting the posts they subscribed to. That’s better than WordPress or other places I have tried.
It also came along at a good time, at least for me. The failed magazine that a couple of us were trying to do ended. As well as my old WordPress blog site got hacked, and I was locked out. Tried to work with WordPress management, but that was totally fruitless.
Radio Show
The Legacy Continuum radio show that I was working on is at a full stop right now for several reasons.
It required massive amounts of time.
The viewership numbers could not justify the effort put in.
Changes within one of the key programs I used forced me to go in a competely directions I did not like.
The end result was a clunky product that seriously needed more hands, time, and effort to create a better product.
But like the magazine we attempted for 2.5 years, I still acquired skills that I may put to use in the future.
Top Ten Posts - So Far
Big News, at least for me.
Also, I’ve had it suggested that the name of my Substack blog is too generic and that it should be changed. I’ve pondered this. I was also told that “You have a consistent, grounded approach that fills a gap, as many deconstruction voices swing too far one way or the other.” And that my “Weathered Wanderer & The Ancient Path” posts are central to my theme. So, upon recommendation, I will be changing the name of this blog to “The Weathered Wanderer,” starting next week.
MorningStar Review: A Pattern of Decline and Unresolved Issues
Since most of my recent top posts center on MorningStar Ministries, some directly, others indirectly. Here’s an overview for those new to the topic or seeking clarity.
I initially planned to stay silent about my time there, like many others (e.g., John Mark McMillan). But the Lord confronted me with one question: What is the legal definition of ‘complicit’? That question made silence impossible and signaled impending legal reckoning, so I waited for the right moment.
Even after leaving for Wyoming, credible information kept flooding in from multiple sources—sometimes three people in a single day. After a period of time, I realized I needed to get away, too much information, and I needed healing. So I took some advice given to me, dropped everything, and relocated to Idaho to shut it off, but the revelations continue, just through other channels. I began posting subtle hints (e.g., “The Emperor’s New Clothes”).
Soon after, I received a veiled “watch your back” warning from an East Coast contact. I dismissed it—until a strange visitor appeared at the group I was leading in Idaho, asking pointed questions about MorningStar. My wife later recognized her as one of Julie Joyner’s close friends from the ministry. This made my eyes open a bit as I was on the other side of the continent from them. When I reached back to the person who warned me, I was told, “You know Rick keeps tabs on all his former employees who know things.”
Then key events have started to unfold:
April 26, 2023: Safety Coordinator Nate DeGrandpre reports sexual misconduct allegations involving Erickson Lee to York County Sheriff’s Office.
May 2, 2024: Lee turns himself in.
September 3, 2024: Chris Reed (MorningStar President/CEO) steps down; he releases a video a week later.
September 16, 2024: York County holds a news conference on related lawsuits.
2024 onward: Victim videos emerge detailing past and present abuses. Chris Reed responds with attacks on critics (e.g., Justin Perry), possibly deflecting from ties to his connections with Mike Bickle and other scandals.
1. Older prophetic warnings resurfaced: Jeremiah Johnson’s (another minister in trouble) 2018 word on Rick Joyner operating in the spirit of Eli.
2. Rick Wiles’ 2017 Knights of Malta interview. Click below to listen
David Wilkerson’s 1986 prophetic declaration that the tower would never be completed. Click the image below to read the full version.
Social media pressure mounted from former students/staff, as the newly formed MorningStar Accountability Now gathered over 600 signatures demanding Rick Joyner’s resignation.
I then posted my own research (”Welcome to the Shunem Foundation”), highlighting financial questions. Insiders then reported to me board tensions, dropping donations, and serious financial strain (Rick then attempts to sell CSCL and other properties)
Concerns about Rick’s growing mental health issues, anger, drinking, and vindictive actions toward staff/elders (e.g., Tom Hardiman, Al Wood) continue to grow.
An old 1986 newspaper report surfaced via another researcher, Jason Healey (click the image below to read it).
I went through Grok AI, confirming the news source is from May 1, 1986. Page 8 of the Laurel Leader-Call newspaper in Mississippi. Rick’s company took over operations at the Bruce Campbell Air Field, where many former employees claimed that Rick falsified in-flight training records and maintenance logs. According to Roger Myers, an FAA spokesman, Rick was fined $15,000 and had his license revoked. This demonstrates a longstanding leadership pattern that I believe continues to this day.
~On February 20, 2025, Rick becomes more and more fixated on Todd Bentley and tries to bring him back. Rumors fly at both churches, and no one knows what Rick’s next steps are concerning Todd.
~February 21, 2025 - closed board meeting. Rick attempts to bring Chris Reed back into the ministry, and the board shuts him down.
~Justin Perry then does a video with the minor prophets, stating that Rick Joyner is lying and feigning ignorance. More people leave the ministry, including key positions.
Various bits of intel in no particular order.
I then heard that fear is growing among residents as Rick publicly chastised critics of Todd Bentley or Julie Roys listeners. CSCL was then rebranded “Kingdom Leadership Academy” to distance itself from legal issues.
In early 2025, Rick explored new hotel plans in Moravian Falls (possibly anticipating losing Fort Mill). He then clashed with West Meadows HOA over the use of the Welcome Center.
He is fixated on reinstating Bentley (despite board resistance and staff departures), and he apparently lied to people concerning upcoming conference shutdowns.
I asked my insiders for a description of the atmosphere of Morningstar in May 2025: “lifeless,” “dead,” “expecting more layoffs,” ”pointless,” “trudging through the mud.” I am also told that several mid-management leaders are simply waiting for Rick to fall so that they can “assume” leadership.
Recent Developments:
Rumor exists that Rick signed a contract with York County to tear down the tower. I researched, and the truth is, he signed an agreement in 2024 to secure permits and proof of financing in 18 months. If they fail, they are then given nine months to tear the building down. If that fails, the county will do it and give Rick the bill. The clock is ticking, and he is closing in on the final deadline as we speak. Rick needs money; he’s tried to sell everything, including Heritage, but God has been keeping the doors closed. I also believe the Lord is forcing the board to make a decision.
Merger talks between the Moravian Falls church and another church have stalled due to distrust created by Rick.
Reports of internal hostility are linked to Julie Joyner’s comments to various residents and staff.
A forthcoming tell-all book is coming out by New York Times reporter Lauren Sandler (tentatively “American Prophecy,” expected September) draws from interviews with Rick’s Kids—Rick is reportedly furious after seeing the rough drafts. (Click on the image below for more information) I am personally thinking this WILL be a HARD hit to the ministry.
Much of what you just read may sound like speculation, but many of the sources I consider to be trustworthy. This update demonstrates a pattern of accountability failures, financial desperation, and unaddressed issues. The ministry appears to be in steep decline, with a possible expiration date hanging over its head. It would seem God is preventing an easy exit for Rick.
Since it would appear that Middle Management is playing by its own rules, I believe the only true correction for this mess must come from the board.
State of the Body
The current state of the Charismatic Body of Christ is at an all-time low. Now, believe it or not, that can be a good thing. Without rehashing on this post what I said in an earlier post. I suggest clicking here to read “A Pure and Spotless Bride.”
The World
Not everyone has learned the lessons of the cultural fear program called COVID. What you see going on is another wave of fear programming that they are using to cause polarization. This is being done through trigger words like End-Times, WW3, Armageddon, and more.
The truth is, we are in the middle of a worldwide reset, so don’t worry, WW3 has been canceled for lack of participation and interest.
Here is the list of Nations currently undergoing reset.
Cuba - Process started.
Venezuela - Major road block removed, moving carefully.
Iran - Stomping the dragon, dying fast, the new government under Reza Pahlavi is in the early stages of forming. Old is not expected to last long.
Iraq - Almost stable, but still struggling on two fronts. #1 Powerful Iranian families are being rooted out. #2 The strongly tribal thinking and loyalty above national interests are a problem, and must be dealt with.
Canada - Currently, it is being forced to wake up to the reality of just how much evil has been hidden in their liberal system. The health care system, which was claimed to be the best, is responsible for many deaths. And the freedoms they thought they had turned out to be an illusion. It has now been discovered that China has troops in the northern parts of Canada protecting oil-rich areas. Canada’s prime minister has not only signed over much of its sovereignty to China, but there are reports of door-to-door gun confiscation in some areas.
Alberta is currently leading the pack to separate, and the mindset to join the US is still growing. With three other provinces closely following behind. Canada will fight hard to keep BC as a future landing zone for the Chinese. All this WILL force a US military force to move north for our own protection.
England - Push back against this Islamic stronghold is growing. And in places, some people have almost died doing so. People are realizing that the crown will not only ignore their calls for help, but they have mostly been the architects behind this plan all along. Is this the end of the Royal family, and will it be replaced with a true republic?
Italy, Norway, and possibly others - In these countries, government support to push back against Islamic takeover is growing, laws are getting passed, and Sharia law is getting crushed. The same evil that Iran has been fighting against is what Europe is now struggling with.
Thank you! It is so refreshing to read this post #200. I just agree with you.
I especially loved this: “ The truth is, we are in the middle of a worldwide reset, so sorry, WW3 has been canceled for lack of participation and interest.” YES and AMEN! What an amazing time to be alive!