In this article, we further delve into instances of misconduct at Golden Dawn Tabernacle, with a specific focus on child discipline. This subject often sparks intense debates due to the vast array of opinions surrounding it. However, there should be unanimous agreement that causing physical harm to children is indefensible, regardless of one's disciplinary beliefs. While some might immediately assert, "Such actions don't occur here, and no one in church leadership is mistreating children," it's concerning to note the environment within GDT that can, at times, indirectly condone such behavior.
Reymundo H. Aguirre Our previous church school blog post, examined the anti-education stance of Golden Dawn Tabernacle/Tabernaculo Emanuel Church School and the reasons behind it. In this post, we will explore the curriculum and teaching methods used by the school's leadership, as well as the school's compliance with federal and state educational regulations. Our research for this blog is based on interviews with former students of the church school, input from certified education professionals in the state of Arizona as well as a phone interview with Golden Dawn Tabernacle Assistant Pastor Matthew J. Noriega. Pastor Isaac Noriega and Head of Church School Reymundo H. Aguirre refused to take our calls.