As churches prove 'fertile ground' for conspiracy theories, some pastors are taking a stand
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DecDecember 2020 at 8:28pm
Reverend Bill Crews has noticed greater interest in conspiracy theories among his church members this year.
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During the whirlwind of 2020, Sydney reverend and radio host Bill Crews has noticed a surge in an old foe within his flock — conspiracy theories.
Christian groups have long been susceptible to conspiracy theories, he says, but the rise of the internet, and more recently COVID-19, has exacerbated the issue.
"Churches can become petri dishes of this stuff, particularly if you've got really charismatic people who don't have any ethics," says Reverend Crews.