Faith
Texas Pastor Returns After Sentence for Lying
Faith Facts
- Matthew Queen received a six-month sentence for lying to federal investigators regarding sexual abuse in the Southern Baptist Convention.
- Queen is now serving as associate pastor at Plymouth Park Baptist Church in Irving, Texas.
- Judge Lewis Kaplan allowed home confinement after reading multiple letters about Queen’s moral character and history of supporting abuse victims.
After serving his sentence, Dr. Matt Queen has resumed ministry, now listed among the leadership at a Texas Baptist church. His background emphasizes decades of service and a commitment to evangelism despite recent legal troubles.
Queen faced federal charges related to a Department of Justice investigation into multiple Baptist entities, connected to mishandling of sexual abuse cases.
He pled guilty to falsifying records during the investigation but expressed regret and has demonstrated support for abuse victims and transparency within the church.
As believers, we are called to seek truth, ensure accountability, and lift up standards of righteousness in all areas of leadership.
Let us continue to pray for wisdom and courage among Christian leaders as we strive to strengthen our families, our churches, and our nation in Christ’s love and grace.