Former Worship Director Sentenced for Child Abuse

Former worship director Matthew Henry Laparra from Burlington has been sentenced to a suspended prison term of 16 to 29 months and five years probation after pleading guilty to indecent liberties with a child — a crime dating back to 2008. Despite leaving his position at Trinity Worship Center in 2024, he was still listed in their handbook as recently as October 2021. He must complete sex offender treatment and abide by a strict no-contact order with the victim, marking a serious and long-term legal consequence. Support the show:Get a discount at https://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/d87d627370d328cb