Christopher Brain, a former priest, is on trial for sexually abusing 13 women associated with his evangelical cult in the Church of England. He denies one count of rape and 36 counts of indecent assault from 1981 to 1995. Brain led the Nine O-Clock Service in Sheffield, surrounding himself with women who performed domestic duties and allegedly sexual favors. He considers himself a leader of the Nairn Street Community, which transitioned to NOS, where services incorporated club culture elements. He claims to have led by consensus, though he admits to being overbearing in his directing role.
Christopher Brain, former priest accused of leading a cult, denies brainwashing followers and stands trial for sexually abusing 13 women, facing multiple counts of indecent assault.
Brain led the Nine O-Clock Service in Sheffield in the 80s and 90s, allegedly surrounding himself with women referred to as Lycra Lovelies, tasked with maintaining his home.
He admits to being the unofficial leader of the Nairn Street Community, which later became part of the NOS, and described his role more as a 'producer' than a front-line leader.
Brain acknowledged being overbearing at times within the NOS, which integrated club culture elements into worship while claiming to lead by consensus.
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