Mosaic Hollywood Property Saga: Unraveling the Controversy

written by a member of the WCB

Fundraising Campaign Background

In 2019, Mosaic Church launched an ambitious fundraising campaign to purchase their Hollywood location. The GoFundMe campaign was notably successful, raising:

• Nearly $1 million in the first 48 hours

• Over $2 million in 8 days

This was reportedly the largest church-based campaign on GoFundMe at the time

Fundraising Tension

Erwin McManus himself acknowledged the “tension of raising millions while still falling short of the full purchase price”. This admission lends credibility to the rumors of incomplete fundraising.

Unexpected Property Developments

The church received a 60-day notice to vacate their Hollywood location, a decision that “shocked the entire community”. Despite this, the leadership quickly reframed the situation:

• They informed leaders and volunteers within 48 hours

• Chose to see the disruption as a “divine transition”

• Shifted from preserving a single location to building “new epicenters” across Los Angeles

Lack of Transparent Communication

The church’s approach appears to align with the allegations of not fully explaining their situation. They emphasized “embracing change” and “letting go when necessary to move forward with clarity”, which could be interpreted as a deliberate strategy to avoid detailed explanations about their financial shortfall.

Current Status

As of 2025, Mosaic still lists a Hollywood location at 7107 Hollywood Blvd, with Sunday services at 9:30 AM and 11:30 AM, suggesting they did not ultimately leave despite the earlier notices.

Interpretation of Events

The available evidence suggests a complex narrative:

• Incomplete fundraising goal

• Continued occupation of the property

• Minimal transparent communication about the financial and logistical challenges

While the full details remain unclear, the church’s leadership has consistently portrayed these challenges as part of a broader spiritual journey of transformation and adaptability.

Note: This analysis is based on publicly available information and represents an interpretation of the events surrounding Mosaic Hollywood’s property situation.