On October 2, 2024, the Journal- Sun reported that Richard Todd Wade, the former senior pastor at Cornerstone Assembly of God in Atlanta, Texas, has been arrested for allegedly embezzling funds from the local Lions Club. On January 3, 2025, Wade was indicted for the crime of Theft Against a Nonprofit Organization >= $2,500 but less than $30,000, Texas Penal Code 31.03(f), a third-degree felony. At the time of his arrest, it was unclear if he was accused of taking funds from any other organization. The Lion’s Club is still listed as the only organization in the indictment.