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Caldwell preaches about false accusations days after resignation
New Jersey Globe • • nation
Key Points:
- Former Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell returned to preach at Covenant United Methodist Church two days after resigning amid a sexual harassment investigation substantiating allegations against him.
- In his sermon titled “When Lies Become Weapons,” Caldwell cited biblical examples of false accusations and questioned the reliability of investigations and legal proceedings in determining truth.
- Caldwell warned about the rapid spread of accusations on social media and urged his congregation to respond to falsehoods with justice and love, while emphasizing the importance of holding people accountable when wrongdoing is proven.
- He resigned following an independent investigation ordered by Gov. Mikie Sherrill, which found serious policy violations including sexual harassment; Caldwell disputes the findings but stepped down to avoid distracting the administration.
- After the service, Caldwell expressed continued support for the Sherrill administration and optimism about his future despite the controversy.
