All 41 children remained in foster care Tuesday night. He had acted up in school by repeatedly interrupting his teacher. Allen then ordered the boy to the back of the church, where he was whipped with a belt, Dean said. At the Bible study meeting Tuesday night, members prayed for the safety of the children. Afterward , they defended the reputation of their church and their pastor.
Congregation backs hard-handed minister.
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