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Swansea University
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Church banned from Swansea University

by Desmond Busteed

It's after a parent of one of the university's first year students reportedly accused Freedom Church of trying to induct their child into a 'cult'.

"Students that have been associated with the Freedom Church, bright young individuals who have been taken in, have been damaged when they realise how they've been indoctrinated," according to the university's student services, Kevin Child.

Speaking to university newspaper, the Waterfront, he said, "As part of my duty of care, I have to investigate anything that's causing concern over the wellbeing of our students or that could cause the radicalisation of students, said Mr Child.

"Feeling deceived and disappointed in themselves not just for being convinced personally but also for involving friends -a big part of their religion is campaigning to convert others.

"Furthermore when they leave that community, they leave feeling bereft having lost what felt like their family and friends, said Child," he added.

The Evangelical Alliance has denied the Freedom Church is a 'cult', saying it has worked alongside the organisation for over 20 years.

Revd Elfed Godding national director, EA Wales said: "We are fully supportive of what they do. They're an orthodox Christian church; they have a good track record of social engagement, of caring for needy people. I'm not quite sure what the issue of complaint was about."

A Swansea University spokesperson said: "Only affiliated faith organisations are permitted to hold services on the campus. Members of the Freedom Church were not removed from campus but the 250 posters which appeared just before the Freshers arrived were taken down. Only approved posters are permitted on campus. "

Premier has been unable to make direct contact with Freedom Church.

 
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