The Charity Commission is reviewing a complaint about online video content linked to Potters House Church Uxbridge.
The National Secular Society (NSS) has alleged that a video on the church’s website contains homophobic messaging. The video appears to suggest that individuals can be "set free" from addiction, homosexuality and what is described as "sexual immortality" through faith in Christ. An unnamed pastor is heard saying: "You name it, Jesus will heal it."
Another video, posted on YouTube five years ago, features former pastor Dwayne Lopez, who described homosexuality as “unjustifiable” and made further controversial comparisons. He claimed that affirming homosexuality could logically lead to the acceptance of paedophilia, racism and bestiality, and said that those struggling with same-sex attraction who put their faith in Jesus would receive “a new heart” and forgiveness.
Although Lopez is still listed on the church’s website, a spokesperson from Potters House Uxbridge told Premier Christian News that he is no longer the pastor. They confirmed that “the incident is over” and that a new pastor will take over from Sunday 17th August 2025.
The church added that new social media accounts have been created for TikTok and Instagram, and that efforts are being made to remove all previous social media from the church’s website. A new YouTube channel is also being set up under the church's control, while the existing Contagious Christian YouTube channel is now managed independently by Dwayne Lopez, over which the church says it has no control.
The Charity Commission confirmed it received a complaint earlier this week and is currently assessing the material. A spokesperson said: "We have received a complaint about video content linked to Potters House Christian Fellowship UK Uxbridge Church and are assessing information available to us to determine any next steps."
The NSS has called for firm action. NSS spokesperson Alejandro Sanchez said:
"Charities have a legal obligation to act for the public benefit; spouting vicious homophobia is incompatible with that obligation. The Charity Commission must now take decisive action. ‘Advice and guidance’ will not suffice."
The NSS has previously raised similar concerns about other Christian charities. In April, the Commission issued advice to C&S Akobi Olorun Restoration Ministry UK following a social media post in 2023.