Paola Leopoldino

Uses the self-appointed title 'Apóstola' (Apostle) — the defining marker of the New Apostolic Reformation. Co-leads Ministério Yeshua Church alongside 'Apóstolo Wellington,' yet the church has only ~270 Instagram followers — a grandiose title for a cell-group-sized ministry. Uses different titles on different platforms ('Apóstola' on her public account, 'Pastora' on the church page). There is no evidence of formal theological education, verifiable ordination, or accountability to a recognized body of elders. Neither she nor 'Apóstolo Wellington' appear in any documented apostolic network registry. The biblical apostles were specifically chosen witnesses of the risen Christ (Acts 1:21-22, 1 Corinthians 9:1). Paul, who had greater claim to the title than any modern figure, boasted only in his weakness (2 Corinthians 12:5). The self-appointment of apostolic authority without accountability is condemned as the work of 'false apostles, deceitful workers, masquerading as apostles of Christ' (2 Corinthians 11:13).

Her ministry is centered on 'prophetic activation' and 'unveiling the spiritual world' — not on the gospel of repentance, the cross, and salvation through Christ alone. The 'Conferência Ativação Profética' model teaches that spiritual gifts can be activated by human agency through conferences and impartation, directly contradicting 1 Corinthians 12:11 which says the Spirit distributes gifts 'to each one individually as He wills.' This shifts the focus from God's sovereign work to human-led spiritual experiences. Her association with Benny Hinn — whose prosperity gospel has been thoroughly documented and condemned — further indicates a distorted gospel message.

Photographs with Benny Hinn — a man whose ministry has caused incalculable spiritual and financial harm — serve as a public endorsement of his teaching. Scripture warns: 'If anyone comes to you and does not bring this doctrine, do not receive him into your house nor greet him; for he who greets him shares in his evil deeds' (2 John 1:10-11). Her celebrity-style social media presence, polished branding, and conference-driven ministry model prioritize self-promotion over servant leadership. Paul's model was the opposite: 'We are fools for Christ's sake... we hunger and thirst, we are poorly clothed' (1 Corinthians 4:10-11).

The entire model of 'prophetic activation' is built on the premise that new revelation flows through modern apostles and prophets — revelation that supplements or goes beyond Scripture. Her bio ('Unveiling the spiritual world') claims access to spiritual knowledge beyond what the Bible reveals. The NAR movement she operates within teaches that God is 'restoring' apostolic and prophetic foundations — but Ephesians 2:20 says the foundation was laid ONCE by the apostles and prophets, with Christ as the cornerstone. A foundation is not continuously re-laid. Scripture is sufficient (2 Timothy 3:16-17), complete (Jude 1:3), and not to be added to (Revelation 22:18-19).

No financial disclosures, no church website, no organizational records of any kind were found. Her business entity (CNPJ 51.657.434/0001-08, Maringá, PR) is registered for 'document preparation and specialized administrative support services' — not as a religious organization — a structure that can blur the line between personal income and ministry finances. A ministry with 138,000+ social media followers and paid conferences ('Inscrições Limitadas' — limited registration) generates significant revenue, yet there is zero public accountability for how those funds are used. For comparison, similar 'prophetic activation' conferences in Brazil charge R$245+ per ticket (~$50 USD). The complete absence of transparency is itself a failure. Scripture demands that financial dealings be 'honorable not only in the sight of the Lord but also in the sight of man' (2 Corinthians 8:21). The broader 'prophetic activation' conference circuit in Brazil involves paid courses, merchandise, and honorarium schemes — a pattern consistent with Peter's warning: 'In their greed these teachers will exploit you with fabricated stories' (2 Peter 2:3).