Selling Drugs for Jesus? S1Ep1

In this episode of Bad Pastors, we dive into the shocking true story of Pastor John Bishop, also known as John Wright, whose rise to prominence at Living Hope Church in Washington ended in a stunning fall from grace. Once a charismatic leader beloved by his congregation, Bishop’s life took a bizarre turn after he was removed from church leadership, culminating in a 2023 federal sentence for attempting to smuggle nearly 300 pounds of marijuana across the U.S.–Mexico border. We explore the mix of charisma, poor judgment, and lack of accountability that led to his dramatic downfall, and draw lessons on the importance of integrity, oversight, and boundaries in ministry leadership.