Sunday, December 21, 2008

Goodwill Baptist Church vs Garry L. Tyson

What are Christians expecting today from their houses of worship?

Inspiration? Hope? Encouragement? Life Lessons?

Those expectations are dead and have been dead for sometime.
Churches today are propped up as if it they are real living beings. That’s a great deceit and this lie has been propagated too long about the vitality and creativity of today’s churches, especially black churches.

That notion only serves the interest of the preachers and their handlers. These fellows have to be brought down a peg or two, or even further. They are excellent functionaries but as far as moral responsibilities are concerned They speak with forked tongues. They are ventriloquists, rather than prophets of the Lord.

Take some of the local churches in Seattle, churches that have been in existence for years. They’re being torn apart by men in fancy robes holding bibles they don’t even follow. They walk in bringing nothing but a desire to elevate themselves and to use the churches funds to live high on the hog.

We’ve had recent references to men like Tony Morris and Garry Tyson. The problems with these men are documented in court. The Tony Morris story has already been told.
But who is Garry L Tyson & Nicole L Tyson?

This is a true saying, if a man desires the office of a bishop, he desireth a good work. A bishop then must be blameless, the husband of one wife, vigilant, sober, of good behavior given to hospitality, apt to teach; Not given to wine, no striker, not greedy of filthy lucre; but patient, not a brawler, not covetous; One that ruleth well his own house, having his children in subjection with all gravity; (For if a man know not how to rule his own house, how shall he take care of the church of God?) Not a novice, lest being lifted up with pride he fall into the condemnation of the devil. Moreover he must have a good report of them which are without; lest he fall into reproach and the snare of the devil. 1 Timothy (KJV) chapter 3: 1-13

Now that you have read the requirements of a Bishop who is called by God, please assist me in understanding what you do to exp ose those who seek to destroy the sanctity of the church while using their position as a Bishop to fleece the church. For many, not all! They have used the church as their own personal open check book to live a life of luxury. They have used the title of Minister, Clergy, Bishop, and Pastor to turn their “Ministry” into legalized hustling! We cannot with a good conscience idly sit by and watch this happen without doing our part to expose what we know. We must call attention to these imposters in hopes that those who are guilty will confess their sins, turn from their wicked ways and seek restoration! If by exposing these wolves in sheep’s clothing, just one person avoids being hurt or preyed upon then this will not be in vain!
“Confess to one another therefore your faults (your slips, your false steps, your offenses, yours sins) and pray [also] for one another, that you may be healed and restored [to a spiritual tone of mind and heart]. The earnest (heartfelt, continued) prayer of a righteous man makes tremendous power available [dynamic in its workings]”. James 5:16

The founding Pastor of Goodwill was Dr. Norman Mitchell, he and his wife Aridell where the epitome of what I believe God’s chosen son and daughter to be. Not perfect, but ever striving to be the man and woman that God called them to be! It absolutely breaks my heart to see Goodwill now being run more like a cult then a house of God. Webster’s Dictionary defines a cult as “ 1.: formal religious veneration 2.: a religious system; also: its adherents 3: faddish devotion; also: a group of persons showing such devotion – cult*ish”. In essence and in the case of Goodwill one person in charge making all the decisions and if you speak out against the leader or question his decisions or doctrine you are removed! He has a group of individuals who look the other way and continue to blindly fawn over and submit themselves to their leaders cult like teachings.
“Thus says the Lord of hosts: Do not listen to the words of the [false] prophets who prophesy to you. They teach you vanity (emptiness, falsity, and futility) and fill you with vain hopes; they speak a vision of their own minds and not from the mouth of the Lord.” Jeremiah 23:16
While Goodwill, like many local congregations have seen many Pastors come and go over the years. I take that to mean, that because many of us where taught the word and we know and study the word for ourselves, we know and can tell by the fruit that=2 0they bear, a True Man of God and an imposter. I take personal pride in not being willing to sit under just any type of leadership. Imagine the courage that it takes to say, “I will not sit under teaching that I KNOW to be contrary to the word of God”! You are publicly stoned and ridiculed, after all, how dare you speak out against the Pastor. Over and over again the scripture is used “Touch not my anointed” as a threat to not speak out about something wrong that a Minister does. I do not believe that this scripture was just intended for Men and Women of the cloth, but rather all children who were called by Gods name. If you are a child of God, you have been anointed and appointed for a God given purpose in life.

Garry L. Tyson and Nicole L. Tyson use their position as “church leaders” to victimize unsuspecting individuals into financing their outlandish life style and scorn publicly anyone who does not comply! They have literally high jacked Goodwill Missionary Baptist Church and what angers me more than anything is that there are those who knew who and what these people where and kept their mouth shut!

If you attend Goodwill Missionary Baptist Church - 126- 15th Avenue. Seattle, WA on any given Sunday you can hear Garry and Nicole admonish members for “Not submitting to their leader” or advise them that “If you bless your first family the Lord will bless you”. You might even hear Garry advise members to get a monetary “seed” in their hand and come to the alter to receive a blessing. All of these things are contrary to the word of God.

“I warn and counsel the elde rs among you (the Pastors and spiritual guides of the church) as a fellow elder and as an eyewitness [called to testify] of the sufferings of Christ, as well as a sharer in the glory (the honor and splendor) that is to be revealed (disclosed, unfolded): Tend (nurture, guard, guide, and fold) the flock of God that is [your responsibility], not by coercion or constraint, but willingly; not dishonorably motivated by the advantages and profits [belonging to the office], but eagerly and cheerfully; Not domineering [as arrogant, dictatorial, and overbearing persons] over those in your charge, but being examples (patterns and models of Christian living) to the flock (the congregation). And [then] when the Chief Shepherd is revealed, you will win the conqueror’s crown of glory.” I Peter 5:1-4

Publicly Garry and Nicole Publish the following Facts About Themselves:
Garry L Tyson graduated from Bradford High School in Starke, Florida
Garry L Tyson says that he is the father of three children (two sons and one daughter).
Garry L Tyson received his Bachelors of Arts Degree, Master’s and Doctorate Degree in Christian Counseling from Brevard Christian University, Cocoa Beach, Florida [PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF YOU CAN LOCATE THIS SCHOOL]

Garry L Tyson was licensed to preach in 1987 and ordained into ministry in 1993, both at Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church in Cocoa Beach, Florida
Nicole L. Tyson was born in Sacramento, California and reared in Trenton, New Jersey.
Nicole L. Tyson graduated from Satellite High School in Satellite Beach, Florida.Nicole L. Tyson received her Bachelor of Arts Degree, Master’s and Doctorate Degree in Christian Counseling from Brevard Christian University - Cocoa20Beach, Florida. [PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF YOU CAN LOCATE THIS SCHOOL]

Nicole L. Tyson was licensed to preach the Gospel in January of 1996 and ordained into Ministry in 2000, both at Greater Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church in Deland, Florida. Garry Tyson bestowed the title of Elder on her himself.

Unpublished truths are:
In a search of his background two of Garry L. Tyson’s previous addresses in Florida are listed as: The Columbia Rehabilitation Center in Deltona, Fl, an alcohol treatment center.
The Quick Care Medical Treatment Center in Deland, FL.
Garry L. Tyson and Nicole L. Tyson have a very long public record's history from Florida to Seattle (repossessed car, foreclosed home, IRS troubles, non-payment of bills).

Garry L. Tyson is currently embroiled in legal proceedings against Trustees of the Goodwill Missionary Baptist Church and a select group of Deacons who voted to recommend to the congregation to not renew the contract of Garry L. Tyson.

Please see “State of Washington King County Superior Court No: 08-2-10178-9 SEA”
Upon hearing that his sweet gig would be up, Garry came out swinging. In a drama that was made for television, Garry conspired to have the entire Trustee Board and Deacons removed from office. Of course Garry lies and says that he “personally” has not done anything. He did not suggest that the doors of the church be changed and the Trustees locked out. He did not use the churches money to pay for his attorney fees. He is not in control of every aspect of the churches business from collecting the mail to determining how every penny is allocated.

When a church member stood up and asked Garry Tyson, if he had received part of Antonio Tarvers tithes that he sent to Goodwill. He replied that he advised the Deacons that Antonio wanted him to half of the tithes and they agreed, he did not hold a gun to their heads.
He contends that he did nothing wrong. The Deacons gave him the money after all. He has no moral responsibility in this right?

Garry said that the word “broke” has never been in his vocabulary. He is supposed to live in a million dollar house, drive two luxury cars (one of which the current Chairman of the Deacon board cosigned for). The list goes on and on and on.

So what are we to do? Do we sit by and allow moral corruption to continue to run ramped in our churches or do we speak up and out and hold these supposed “men of God” accountable for their actions.

Do we pray that he leaves Goodwill only to show up at some other unsuspecting church and destroy their trust in the clergy?
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Our wish with this blog is that the truth comes out. From Florida to Seattle, and any states or city in between. Please take a stand and refuse to continue the vow of silence. Take the time to make the right choice and speak out against wrong. Don’t allow people like this to prey on another congregation or another unsuspecting victim.

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Justine Majors said...

Your Pastor has NPD

Narcissistic Personality Disorder
is a condition that is characterized by an inflated sense of self-importance, the need for admiration, extreme self-involvement, and lack of empathy for others. Individuals with this disorder are usually extremely self-assured, proud, and arrogant. They expect to be noticed as superior to everyone else. Many successful individuals may be seen as narcissistic, but this disorder actually disables an individual to function in a healthy manner in society and can cause great harm to those who love them if they interfere with their supply of admiration, interpersonal support or sustenance
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The issue with narcissists is that it matters not to them how they feed their narcissistic supply, whether they are loved or feared, whether they seek love through positive relationships with the people of God, or by authoritarianism and intimidation. They put up a “very convincing” front that they are effective spiritual leaders, but in reality, they are simply looking to fulfill themselves, and care nothing for the flock of God.

There are many narcissist personalities amongst us who have crept into pulpits today, projecting false authority, and the appearance of having things all together, but in their arrogance, they suppress all communication, sharing, and criticism from their congregations. Demanding accountability and dissenting against their authority will result in a narcissistic leader doing anything to keep that false air of confidence and power. They will destroy and scatter the sheep, and use controlling manipulative doctrines to do it.

Their self-centeredness blinds them to the needs of the people they are supposed to be leading to Christ, mainly because they have created their own world where they are preeminent in all things, and everyone else must bow, or suffer the consequences.

You have a spiritual leader who exhibits many of these characteristics. Tread very lightly with him, because of his insecurities he will try to destroy you emotionally, spiritually, physically etc.

He uses scriptures out of context, he will guilt trip you into thinking you are disobeying God if you do not submit to him, he will induce trauma and indoctrinate you with numerous improper fears and phobias aimed at keeping you reeling in diffidence and an over-dependence or co-dependence on him, and will not stop till they he has satisfied himself.

You have to guard your heart because he does not care about you, or the God you serve or His sheep.

Anonymous said...

Goodwill, take heart in this scripture.

For whatever is hidden is meant to be disclosed, and whatever is concealed is meant to be brought out into the open.

Mark 4:22

Anonymous said...

Lies lies & more lies. its funny how whoever is over this website deletes the truth about Tyson and keeps the lies. sounds like a coward. get a life stop blogging about the man of God, leave Pastor Tyson alone. I bet you think about him everyday huh ? That's funny cause your not on his mind I'm sure he's to busy pastoring the real members of the Goodwill Church Preach !!!!!!!All you bloggers who are telling lies if you dislike Goodwill so much why talk about it on here ? proves the point that your telling lies and your not happy with you damn self .I guess your gonna have to delete this post cause its the truth.

Gary Wolfe said...

No, I'm going to leave it right where it is. It just proves how blind you are. I guess the kool-aid is your favorite flavor because it has affected your mind.

Anonymous said...

Definition of STUPID:
Knowing the truth,
Seeing the truth,
but still believing the lies.

Dancing Butterflies said...
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Dancing Butterflies said...

Brevard Christian University - Cocoa FL University 712 Florida Ave Cocoa FL 32922

Here is the address since folks act like this place don't exist!!!

Anonymous said...

To Butterflies

I suggest you hop on a plane and head down to the address you listed. It will take that to prove to you that there is no Brevard Christian University,

I talked with someone who listed it on their bio and they said it no longer exists.

And, even when it did it was nothing more that a preacher going around teaching courses at different venues.

It was never accredited and you can check that out with the Florida department that holds the accredidations.

Yes, it is still listed on the Internet and Bishop Anthony J. Hatcher is supposed to be the President.

You can reach him at http://www.chlhmi.org/dcg/bishop-anthony-j-hatcher/. Maybe you can get your Doctorate to.

Dr. Butterfly (lol). That would fit right in with the rest of the kool-aid drinkers at Goodwill.

Gary Wolfe said...

So, let's see.

The Garry Tyson drama continues.

2 car break-ins $$$$
1 fire that supposedly detroyed everything they had - $$$$
1 car vandalism - $
1 supposed assault that the judge threw out
And now a shooting

I wonder how much he's going to get out of this one $$$$

It's all about the Benjamins. That's all it's ever been about since he hit Seattle.

Gary Wolfe said...

Oh, I forgot

The fake heart attack - $$$$

Anonymous said...

To Justine Majors

Tyson really suffers from Narcissistic Immunity



The narcissist feels immune to the consequences of his actions for four reasons:


(1) The narcissist’s False Self - Once formed and functioning, the False Self stifles the growth of the True Self and paralyses it. Henceforth, the True Self is virtually non-existent and plays no role (active or passive) in the conscious life of the narcissist. It is difficult to "resuscitate" it, even with psychotherapy.

(2) His dissociation - Narcissists are not prone to "irresistible impulses" and dissociation (blanking out certain stressful events and actions).
They more or less fully control their behavior and acts at all times. But exerting control over one's conduct requires the investment of resources, both mental and physical.
Narcissists regard this as a waste of their precious time, or a humiliating chore. Lacking empathy, they don't care about other people's feelings, needs, priorities, wishes, preferences, and boundaries.
As a result, narcissists are awkward, tactless, painful, taciturn, abrasive and insensitive.

(3) His sense of entitlement - He feels entitled to more. He feels it is his right - due to his supposed intellectual superiority - to lead a thrilling, rewarding, kaleidoscopic life. He feels entitled to force life itself,
or, at least, people around him - to yield to his wishes and needs, supreme among them is his need for stimulating variety.


(4) His past successes at evading justice. - He has no criminal intent, though he may commit criminal acts through others.
He does victimise, plunder, terrorise and abuse others in a cold, calculating manner and he does so offhandedly, as a manifestation of his true character.
To be morally repugnant, one needs to be purposeful, to deliberate and contemplate the options and then to prefer evil to good, wrong over right.
No ethical or moral judgement is possible without an act of choice.

Anonymous said...

I noticed that Tyson's "road rage" video is all over the Internet. I'm sure this is his doing.
In the video he uses language that makes him look like a victim instead of an idiot.

He is a fool and the video shows it.

Now he's upset because the shooter has been released from jail.

Perhaps, as some people have said, there is more to this story than he is telling.

Gary Wolfe said...

The reason Goodwill is struggling financially is because Tyson ran off of all the tithe paying members.

Members who pay tithes care about the fiduciary accountability of their church. They ask questions and demand answers.

The members who profess undying love for Tyson don't tithe. Oh, they might put $20 in an envelope every now and then, but they don't tithe.

You'll see them saying amen to his every word, no matter how unscriptural it is. You'll see them jumping up and down, screaming , and falling out when he goes into his hoop at the end of a sermon that is mostly about paying homeage to him and his family.

You'll see them fall for every one of his victim scams and run up and shove money in his hands.

The members will not see true financial statements. If Tyson does not want them to see something, he will have it removed from the statement before it is presented.

On February 29, 2012 the church had to sell the Medina building. They could not get a re-finance loan because they were not financially stable.

On November 29, 2004 they paid $1,050,000 for the building. It was appraised at only $800.00 and they had to put up $200,000.00 plus a $40,000 deposit to close the deal. How stupid can you get?

They sold the building for $900.000.00 and received $60,000 after the loan was paid off. A loss of $180,000.

The non-paying tithes folks were ecstatic about the $60,000. They starting voting to give different amounts to certain members of the church. Tyson got $5,000.

And after paying off some over due bills they put some money back in an account that had over $400,000 in it before Tyson came, but was now empty.

If you wonder why the tithe paying folks did not speak up before the account was drained, they did but were silenced by Tyson and his band of misfits.

You see, the reason a preacher can come into a church as a hireling and take it over is because of stupid, ignorant people who are hoodwinked into thinking the preacher is their God.

Anonymous said...

I was asked if I was coming to the Homecoming services this month.

I asked the person if they had forgotten that I was one of the persons that Tyson no longer wanted at HIS church.

She said, oh, we've forgotten all that.

I told her about the last time I was there for a funeral. I was followed to the restoroom and watched until I returned to my seat.

Apparently Tyson and his body guards haven't forgotten. These men were not even members when I was there, but when they get the nod from Tyson, they hop into action. They don't even know me, but I can imagine what lies they were told.

Why does Tyson need bodyguards? Nothing ever happened to him at the church. All of his problems have been on the street like the shooting. Was that a former church member? NO. It's probably his sorted past coming back to haunt him.

No, I will not come anywhere near that Hell House.

I would give you my name, but I fear retaliation by his thug crew.

Former Member said...

If you ever want people to scatter, give up their ability to convese.

Just saying.

Anonymous said...

THIS IS ONE REASON WHY I WON'T HAVE ANYTHING TO DO WITH A BLACK CHURCH

Perversion has hit the black church with a vengeance and it seems to be coming from the pews.

In Detroit, Bishop Wayne T. Jackson of Great Faith Ministries conducted a bishop’s “consecration” event for two men. The video of the event and what the bishop did to the two men has sent waves of disgust through the church community.

In an astonishing act of raw perversion, Jackson first tells the two men to get on their knees. After they submissively do so, he waves his hand indicating they are to lay face down on the floor of the church in front of a crowd of people (and presumably their wives and children).

After the men have laid face down, Jackson calls for his assistants to cover them with large white cloths which he explains that “You gotta be buried. You gotta die. So that Christ can live in you. Be prepared for burial”. The men are completely covered and Jackson grabs the ankles of the first man and acts as if he is praying. Almost as an afterthought he beckons for the assistant to give him a red cape which he throws on top of the first man.

Next, Jackson unexpectedly flings himself on top of the first man, his body and groin on the man’s buttocks where he shakes, writhes and grimaces as if there is a sex act going on. Surprisingly, the man does not move. When he repeats the same actions on the second man, some members of the audience stand, applaud and cheer.

Anonymous said...

Sadly, this church and this bishop will only circle the wagons against any criticism of their, “man of gawd” and believe that all is well in their kingdom.

What a dumbed down congregation to put up with those shenanigans.

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Anonymous said...

"A wise man will consider his ways, but the fool won't. He'll keep going on in his folly--and paying the price."

David J Stewart

Anonymous said...

I am a minister, BUT I don't care what any minister title is, if the condition of the people is not good then it means nothing.

If you as a pastor, bishop, minister, apostle, etc...are driving a benz, lexus, cadi, and u taking 100% of your salary from the church and the members are on the bus and cant pay their bills, then YOU ARE OUT OF ORDER, and should be thrown out of your church, or at least sat down

Anonymous said...

Anyone can pitch a tent and call it a church, but only a SHEPHERD cares for his SHEEP.

I want to worship where I'm more than a tithe envelope for HIS new house and car.

Anonymous said...

I was glad to hear that the Appreciation service for Deacon Willie Stephens was held at Goodwill.

I heard the Tyson objected to it being held there at first.

Can you imagine a so called "Man of God" telling the church that they cannot honor a member who has been at the church since 1948, in their own church.

How much hate can you carry in your wicked heart Tyson?

You came to that church a poor bastard with nothing. Without a pot to piss in and now you own it?

You need to take your poor ass back to Florida, or is there too many people there looking for you?



Anonymous said...

I've had enough of lying preachers saying one thing in the pulpit and living a life of hell.

Every day another one is exposed.

I no longer attend church. I can read the bible for myself.

Former Member said...

There comes a time in your life, when you walk away from all the drama and people who create it. You surround yourself with people who make you laugh.

Forget the bad, and focus on the good. Love the people who treat you right, pray for the ones who don't. Life is too short to be anything but happy.

Falling down is a part of life, getting back up is living."

Gary Wolfe said...

Question

How does a Pastor who claims that he has been called to minister a flock (church members) spend so much time out of town ministering at some other Pastors church?

He gets paid for being at his church and then he gets paid for going to the other church.

And then on top of that, he brings in other preachers to preach to his flock.

Can you say "scatch my hand and I'll scratch yours" That means each church has to pay the preacher for conming to their church. They call in an honorarium.

I call it a scam. The IRS needs to look into this.

Any IRS people out there?

Anonymous said...

So now Tyson wants the members who left to come back. He says that if he has done anything to anyone he is sorry.

The only reason he wants them back is because the church is broke and they need money badly.

He asked for a raise and the church said no.

Does he thinks all of those people are fools.

Tyson, you just sit there and wallow in all of your dirt. This is one former member who will not set foot back in that hell hole.

Even if you leave, I would not come back. You filled all your crew with hate and that would linger on even after.

Anonymous said...

Garry Tyson is a faggot. And he tries to manipulate people. That son of a bitch better not show his yellow ass mother fuckin face in my church again. Bitch ass Nigga...

Anonymous said...

I noticed that he is not welcomed in a lot of the larger churches around the area. Even his buddy in Lacey who he made a Bishop doesn't invite him over anymore. I guess the area has figured him out.

They don't want him spewing his hateful trash in their pulpits.

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