What happened with Mike Pilavachi?

On July 11, Mike Pilavachi resigned and returned his officiating license, two months prior to the NST investigation’s conclusion.

As a result, he relinquished leadership of Soul Survivor Watford and is presently unable to minister in the Church of England. Concurrently, he also resigned from his honorary canonry at St Albans Cathedral.

About Mike Pilavachi

Mike Pilavachi, a prominent evangelist and author hailing from Greek Cypriot roots, has played a significant role in the Christian landscape.

As the co-founder and former leader of the Soul Survivor charity in Watford, England, his influence reached far and wide.

Born on March 7, 1958, Pilavachi’s journey took a pivotal turn when he was ordained as a deacon in 2012, followed by his ordination as a priest the next year.

Known for his literary contributions to Christianity, Pilavachi authored impactful books such as “Soul Survivor,” “Live the Life,” “Storylines: Tracing the Threads of the Bible,” and “Everyday Supernatural: Living A Spirit-Led Life Without Being Weird.”

In recognition of his dedication to young people, Pilavachi was honored with a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the 2020 New Year Honours.

However, the narrative took a somber twist in May 2023 when he was suspended from ministry amid safeguarding concerns, prompting him to step back from his responsibilities the previous month.

The climax of this unfolding story occurred on July 11, 2023, as Mike Pilavachi resigned as the Associate Pastor of Soul Survivor Church, Watford.

This decision marked a profound moment in his career and left many questioning the circumstances surrounding his departure.