Yesterday's question: which text was the scam? B. A new number, a made-up emergency, gift cards and "keep this between us." When in doubt, call your pastor on a number you already have.
ALT Two example text messages. A, from a saved contact named Pastor Sam, is marked real. B, from an unknown new number asking for gift cards, is marked the scam. Both are labeled example.
One of these texts is from a pastor. One isn't. Which one is the scam? Tell us below.
ALT Two example text messages. A, from a saved contact named Pastor Sam, is a volunteer meeting reminder. B, from an unknown new number, claims to be Pastor Sam and asks for gift cards. Both are labeled example.
Got a text from "your pastor" asking for gift cards? Don't reply. Call the church on a number you already have. Report it at ic3.gov. Tell the church office. secriq.com/churches
ALT A list of four steps for handling scams where someone poses as a pastor. 1. Don't reply or click links. 2. Call the church on a number you already have. 3. Report it at ic3.gov. 4. Tell your church office.