Gloriavale apology offer described as a PR stunt by former members

Tuesday 27 May 2025 · 5 outlets · 2 reports · updated Wed 28 May 2025, 10:11am

In this story Gloriavale Christian Community

Former members claim Gloriavale's public offer to personally apologise to abuse victims was a PR stunt. This follows reports that leaders refused to apologise despite a public offer made by the Overseeing Shepherd regarding abuse occurring between 1950 and 1999.

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1. Otago Daily TimesTue 27 May 2025, 5:36pm

   Gloriavale offer of apology to abuse victims a 'PR stunt' (opens in new tab)

2. The Press via RNZWed 28 May 2025, 10:11am

   Gloriavale's offer to personally apologise to victims of abuse a 'PR stunt' (opens in new tab)

   Also on RNZ (opens in new tab), The Post (opens in new tab), Waikato Times (opens in new tab)