July 13, 2014 – JD asks GFA for a written response to our concerns

JD explains that Diaspora wants a written response before meeting to give a foundation for any future meeting.

“[We] 37 signers unanimously agree that before any such meeting takes place we must receive a thorough, written response to the weighty concerns we outlined in the letter. We feel that any meeting would be unproductive if we have not heard your clear explanation on these matters in writing first.”

Gmail JD Smith <xxxxxxxxxxxxx>

Response to your letter-corrected

JD Smith <xxxxxxxxxxxxx> Sun, Jul 13, 2014 at 3:52 PM
To: kp@gfa.org, [David], [John]
Dear Brother KP, David, and John,
I am writing to follow up with my phone call with KP regarding scheduling a meeting. At this time, we 37 signers unanimously agree that before any such meeting takes place we must receive a thorough, written response to the weighty concerns we outlined in the letter. We feel that any meeting would be unproductive if we have not heard your clear explanation on these matters in writing first.
Again, they are as follows:
• GFA leadership practices and teaches a false view of spiritual authority.
• GFA leadership prioritize ministry over family, and teaches the same.
• GFA leaders lie or intentionally deceive people in order to protect the ministry.
• GFA practices unbiblical shunning.
• GFA prohibits or discourages staff involvement in bible studies, small groups, and local churches.
Please respond to these points as thoroughly as you would like. We have thirty-seven witnesses who all affirm the sins at Gospel for Asia are public in scope and grave in nature. If there is going to be any chance of remediation, it is vital that you outline strategies to root out these persistent sinful patterns, or clear up misunderstandings by clearly presenting your explanations. We firmly request you address only the five offenses above.
In a spirit of love, we earnestly desire restoration and accountability within Gospel for Asia. We are happy to follow up with a meeting once you have presented your side in a formal, written response.
We attached the one letter we have received from David. Unfortunately, such a reply was insufficient and unsatisfactory as it neglected to address our concerns. We trust you will give a suitable reply this time. Please do so within seven days; by July 20, 2014, and please reply to confirm your intention of doing so.
You may do so by email to this address, or by postal mail to xxxxx, Dallas, TX 75219.
Regards,
JD
xxx-xxx-xxxx
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From: David
Date: Thu, Jul 3, 2014 at 3:10 PM
Subject: Response to your letter-corrected

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