Hundreds Of Journey Church Members Push To Replace Entire Board After Controversial Decisions — Board Refuses To Allow Vote

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KENOSHA, Wis. — A growing rebellion inside Journey Church has escalated into an extraordinary battle for control of one of Kenosha's prominent churches, with 162 members signing a formal demand to vote on removing all seven members of its Board of Deacons following controversial leadership decisions, the firing of longtime Executive Pastor Jon Brown and mounting concerns over church finances, transparency and accountability. The seven elected board members — Don Daniels, Bryan Drummond, Michelle Erzberger, Sly Marinca, James Mathews, Frank Porcaro and Wil Siewert — have not agreed to place the requested removal votes on the agenda for a church meeting scheduled for Sunday, October 11, 2026. Members now say they are exercising their rights under Wisconsin law to convene their own special meeting on October 25, where they intend to vote on removing individual deacons and electing replacements. The dispute follows more than two years of controversy surrounding Journey Church, including criminal allegations against former pastor Gabriel Mills for stealing nude photos of members and questions about former Lead Pastor Kevin Taylor's handling of that investigation.

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Kevin Mathewson

Kevin Mathewson is a disciple of Christ, husband and a father to two wonderful children. Mathewson was born and raised in Lake County, IL and worked as a police & fire dispatcher from 2005 to 2010 in Round Lake Beach, IL. Mathewson moved to Kenosha County in 2006, later being elected to the position of Alderman of the 8th District in 2012 and 2016. Mathewson is a private investigator, security contractor, journalist, and photographer. He enjoys spending time with his family, watching movies, camping and boating. His favorite amendment is the second, followed closely by the first. He loves his country and community.

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