Church Scams Targeting Faithful Members | Harrisburg News

Churches across the States are falling victim to a slick new scam where fraudsters impersonate pastors and leaders via email or text, posing as urgent requests for gift cards or cash to help sick or needy members. These messages often mimic real church contacts, exploiting deep-seated trust — and weak online security — to trick well-meaning congregants. One listener nearly sent money thinking they were helping cancer patients, but caught on in time. Experts warn this isn’t a new scam, but it’s resurfacing with urgency. Always verify any financial request through a direct phone call before acting — your faith shouldn’t come at the cost of your wallet. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/70ca2c2b47857cef