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Justin Bieber reveals he QUIT Hillsong church after cutting ties with ex-pastor pal Carl Lentz over cheating scandal

JUSTIN Bieber revealed he quit his longtime church, Hillsong, after he cut ties with his former mentor and fired pastor, Carl Lentz, following his cheating scandal. 

On Monday, the pop star slammed and said that he has completely. 

Justin revealed he is no longer a member of Hillsong Church
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Justin revealed he is no longer a member of Hillsong Church Credit: Getty Images - Getty
The pop star maintained a close relationship with Carl Lentz over the years
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The pop star maintained a close relationship with Carl Lentz over the yearsCredit: Getty Images - Getty
Justin has moved on to famous pastor Judah Smith's megachurch
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Justin has moved on to famous pastor Judah Smith's megachurch Credit: Instagram

Last month, reports surfaced that , 26, was in the process of becoming a church minister after Hillsong fired his ex mentor, , for “moral failure” when he was caught . 

However, the Yummy singer shut down on his Instagram Stories today. 

The hit maker shared a screenshot of a news story that claimed he was becoming a minister. 

He wrote over the article in big bold letters: “I’m not studying to be a minister or anything even close to that. 

The singer also slammed reports he was studying to become a minister
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The singer also slammed reports he was studying to become a minister Credit: Instagram
Justin has been vocal about his religious journey in recent years
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Justin has been vocal about his religious journey in recent yearsCredit: Instagram
Justin has said that his religion cannot be contained to a building
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Justin has said that his religion cannot be contained to a building Credit: Instagram

“I have no desire for that. This is fake news,” he made clear on his story. 

Justin took it a step further by writing that he has completely quit Hillsong all together. 

“And BTW, Hillsong is NOT my church… for clarity, I am a part of Churchome,” he added. 

Beverly Hills based Churchome is another celebrity hotspot led by Pastor Judah Smith and includes stars like . 

Justin is now a member of Churchome by Pastor Judah Smith
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Justin is now a member of Churchome by Pastor Judah Smith Credit: Getty Images
The famous church leader officiated the nuptials between Justin and Hailey
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The famous church leader officiated the nuptials between Justin and Hailey Credit: ET Live
Justin and Hailey tied the knot in a glamorous ceremony in 2019
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Justin and Hailey tied the knot in a glamorous ceremony in 2019Credit: Instagram

Pastor Judah was even the one to marry Justin and his wife, Hailey, during their 2019 nuptials. 

The concluded that “church is not a place” as he does not “need a building to connect with god.” 

In November, The Sun exclusively reported that Justin and wife, , 23, following the cheating pastor’s affair being exposed.

The couple were both “shocked” and “furious” by . 

Justin 'cut all ties' with his ex-mentor after his affair was exposed
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Justin 'cut all ties' with his ex-mentor after his affair was exposed Credit: Instagram
Ranin Karim alleged she had a five-months-long affair with Carl Lentz
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Ranin Karim alleged she had a five-months-long affair with Carl LentzCredit: Instagram

A source close to the Bieber’s said: “Carl’s cheating has caused irreparable damage with many people he was close with, including Justin and Hailey. 

“They were both extremely shocked and disappointed when Carl’s confession came out.”

However, the informant added: “After talking with Hailey, who has become really close with Laura [Lentz] over the years, they’re both going to keep their distance from Carl. 

“Justin and Hailey are both very good friends with Laura too and consider her family. 

Laura and Carl were married for over 17 years when he was caught cheating
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Laura and Carl were married for over 17 years when he was caught cheating Credit: Instagram
Justin and his supermodel wife has been friends with Laura Lentz for years
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Justin and his supermodel wife has been friends with Laura Lentz for yearsCredit: Instagram

“Their heart is with her and their kids right now but they just feel sad about the whole situation.” 

Justin unfollowed his mentor on Instagram in November while the  a few days earlier. 

The superstar duo has been for years - with Carl and wife Laura even attending the Bieber’s wedding in 2019. 

Carl and Laura share three children together
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Carl and Laura share three children together Credit: Instagram

Hailey and Laura are often seen together on social media, where as the boys Justin and Carl have appeared inseparable over the years. 

In the months following the , Carl has relocated from New York to Los Angeles with his wife and their three kids. 

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Though Laura has been pictured numerous times without her wedding ring, the couple has continued to work on their marriage as they attempt to avoid divorce. 

Hillsong Pastor Carl Lentz says Justin Bieber is 'humble and kind' with his failure

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