Pastor’s Wife says Hosting Sexual Activities at Church is on her Conscience

No after-service gatherings will take place this week, according to a pastor’s wife, whose private events have stirred debate since first coming to light in late January. She was quick to clarify that the pause is unrelated to the start of Lent, insisting that participation in the season does not serve as “a moral certificate”.

Speaking again with THE STAR, she said she has been reflecting on her actions, as she typically does during this period of the year.

“There are moments during this time of year where I think about what I’m doing hosting sexual activities in the church,” she admitted. “From the outside looking in, people will say it’s wrong, so it rests on my conscience. I question whether I am walking the line too closely. I never dismiss that tension.”

The gatherings, which require financial contributions and are arranged through private conversations, have reportedly seen up to 30 women remain behind after regular services. Men are brought in from outside the congregation, and activities take place in side rooms once the main body of worshippers has left.

While allegations of same-sex encounters have circulated, Candy declined to confirm or deny those claims. “Christianity has never taught that sex within consent is evil,” she said, adding that individuals may choose whether or not to abstain.

Lent is widely regarded by Christians as a period of self-examination, restraint and spiritual focus. Asked whether she would give up the sessions, Candy responded philosophically. She argued that “the flesh” is often reduced to sexuality alone, when greed, anger and control can be equally consuming.

Candy maintained that her faith is guided by personal conviction rather than public opinion. “You don’t prune a tree because the neighbours are impatient,” she said. “Growth does not begin when you are clean, it begins when you are honest.”