Amy, the lady was asked by Pastor spir of the moment, to go into the office. She arrived unaware.
My sister pinned her down, Pastor allowed it (almost seeming to enjoy it / be relieved). Sis told her it was none of her business how we relate, what our relationship is, etc...She usually ignores that stuff so it surprised me she began talking. Our Pastor is a very patient, caring and understanding man. Definately a Christian.
This lady was the head of the teen dept, but was recently demoted due to a problem so that was brought up as a possible motive. Though I don't know what that had to do w/me, I was only temporary anyway. And I offered to let her help me.
It was partially my fault for allowing my sister to hang on me, and sit on my lap at the restaurant but we were having fun horsing around. In this area, or maybe in California in general, pif/when someone openly repeats private info of this nature, it just makes them look bad. Most here don't listen to it, and stay away from them knowing they could be their next target. It's not politically correct.
If it was true, then you go to the person about it (christian or not)
I never heard of a church being affected by an accusation of this nature in our area, seems so old school. But our area may differ from Brother Bob's area and others here.
Friend of Spurgeon, I agree it's generally a good rule. I follow it and expect our teen to also.
My point was we should be balanced, take care of the gossips and talebearers also, which is quite clear scripturally. Heeding to their wickedness by making accusations regarding a grey area. Just my opinion.