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Young ladies ‘your front is not a public park’- Claude O. Skelton-Cline

- said young ladies dating older men with money should demand ‘land & house’
Clergyman and host of Honestly Speaking Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline had some words for young women who he said are dating ‘older men with money’ and getting nothing substantial out of the relationship but Gucci bags, some trips and getting their hair and nails done occasionally. Photo: Facebook
The clergyman, Claude O. Skelton-Cline, said that if he were a girl, and he would have been a “pretty one”, he would not have been 'monkeying around' with any older man for nothing. Photo: Internet Source
The clergyman, Claude O. Skelton-Cline, said that if he were a girl, and he would have been a “pretty one”, he would not have been 'monkeying around' with any older man for nothing. Photo: Internet Source
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- In recognition of International Women’s Month this March, host of Honestly Speaking Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline, during his show on March 17, 2026, hailed the many women in the Virgin Islands who have been making their mark and who he believes need to be given deserved promotions.

Mr Skelton-Cline; however, had some words for young women who he said are dating “older men with money” and getting nothing substantial out of the relationship but Gucci bags, some trips and getting their hair and nails done occasionally.

“I want to tell you two things. Number 1: Your front is not a public park, it’s a private and secretive garden….and if you are dating these older men with money, make sure you get a piece of land and a house, exclusively, with your name on the deed.

“What in God’s name are you doing? So, when they come off the little trip, that’s it? A little Gucci bag that depreciates? That ain’t gonna worth nothing?”

The clergyman said that if he were a girl, and he would have been a “pretty one”, he would not have been “monkeying around” with any older man for nothing.

“I want land and a house free, with my name on the deed alone. What do you think this is?”

Get off Facebook & social media showing how sexy you are’

Skelton-Cline also encouraged young ladies, as part of International Women’s Month, to desist from constantly making sex appeal posts on social media.

“Get off of Facebook and these social media showing how sexy you are.”

According to the pastor, the virtual space has become a permanent place for some young women to make sex appeal posts.

“Every time I turn around, some girl is on there shaking, showing her stuff. What’s wrong? Who told you that all you have is your sex appeal to sell? Who told you that? Who lied to you? Who told you you got to keep giving up your body for nothing? Who lied to you?”

He encouraged such young women to listen to him “by the spirit of wisdom” and make better decisions.

“If I were you, and you want to date me, you'd better go get me a piece of land. Either buy the house or build the house, or else you can’t have me. Let me go date somebody who's my counterpart, in my age group, and then let us go and grow together, instead of monkeying around with you for a trip. The devil is a liar and so is his mother-in-law.”

9 Responses to “Young ladies ‘your front is not a public park’- Claude O. Skelton-Cline”

  • righteous (19/03/2026, 11:51) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    WITH NO HELP FROM THE GOVERNMENT WITH THE COST OF LIVING, WHAT YOU WANT US TO DO? AFTER ALL, WE CANNOT MAKE ENDS MEET WITH YOUR BASIC SALARY WHEN RENT IS MORE THAN THE SALARY ITSLEF. HELP US INSTEAD OF COMING ON SOCIAL MEDIA TRYING TO BRING DOWN WOMEN.
  • It's a sad culture (19/03/2026, 12:07) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    These same men who are accustom of these behaviours. Thinks every young lady is the same, so when you as a woman coming with dignity and respect, they upset cause you are not like the others and you don't care for a little $200 every two weeks to deal with their bs. And let's not start on all this sleeping around and cheating that has been going on.
  • Stinks (19/03/2026, 12:20) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Oh my goodmess. Wwhat is wrong with this man...you cant get anymore so you callnit a park huh
  • Ungodly (19/03/2026, 12:28) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    What an ungodly unsavory man he is discussing the price not the morality?
  • Doll (19/03/2026, 12:30) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    I was hoping the statements made by Mr Cline were a mistake or taken out of context. However, it seems they were not. Sir, you cannot be a true man of God making these type of suggestions to our young women. Its very shameful to read or listen to such utter rubbish coming out of the mouth of a clergy man. In essence, you are telling young women how best to prostitite themselves. Is this what you would say to your daughter, if you had one? I hope not! If you did, I'd hope your spouse ensured your teeth and tongue no longer were part of your mouth. Not that I condone domestic violence but it is what it is and accordingly, in this case you'll reap what you sow. You believe this nonsense so much so, that you went so far as to state, if you were a woman what you would have done. If wishes were Horses beggars would ride. There's so much i want to say but as a Believer, i strongly rebuke and cancel everything you have said! You should be ashamed of yourself. I, further cover the young women of these beautiful Virgin Islands under the blood of Jesus and i pray that none of them ever cross your path. You are what most people will consider a person who cannot decide whom they should serve. You are acting like someone who has a d**k heart and an e**l Soul by giving such advice to our young women. The Word says, As a man thinketh in his heart, so is he. (Proverbs 23:7) What a shameful thing to say to our young women. Media outlets should stop printing your bull crap. Is this how low you have fallen, sir? Please stop preaching and ask God to heal you from your vile and callousness before the enemy destroys you forever. Go repent and seek God while he is near. CSC, you seemed intent on causing those who are seeking the Lord to lose their way. I suggest you read Romans 14:20, Matthew 7:15, 2 Peter 2:1-3, 1 Cor. 8:9. Sir, please do not become a stumbling block to God's people!
    TO WHOM IT MAY CINCERN:-
    If there are any true men or women of God out there, ie leaders in the Church, the Church Mother, I humbly request that you ask for an audience with CSC and ask the Holy Spirit to help you counsel him and lead him back to the Almighty God. This man is struggling with something that is almost beyond the point of no return. Let 2 and 3 gather here in prayer, asking God for guidance and strength to bring this situation to the Will of God. Have mercy, Lord. He has fallen out of your grace and he do not realise it. We know that you never wish for any of us to perish, so please let your Will be done. Praying for you, Mr Skelton-Cline. May God bless you and may He continue to bless these beautiful Virgin Islands.
  • Channel 11 (19/03/2026, 12:31) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    While CSC appears to have intended a message of empowerment for young women, the wording unfortunately obscured that purpose. Advising young women not to “give up their bodies for nothing,” while simultaneously suggesting they should secure land or a house in exchange for sexual access, creates a contradiction that cannot be overlooked. The exchange of sex or sexual favours for money or money’s worth constitutes prostitution, irrespective of the framing.
    The broader issues he alludes to such as exploitation, self valuation, and the impact of social media are legitimate and deserving of thoughtful discussion. However, the delivery would have been more effective had it emphasized personal development, autonomy, and long-term empowerment rather than transactional dynamics.
  • Next Generation, Listen! (19/03/2026, 12:33) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Love this take! Lots of young women do not follow these principles. Its a shame to see!

    Wishing our territorial daughters a brighter future than frivolous items and short terms entertainment. Pastor Cline always has meaningful points!
  • Please.. (19/03/2026, 12:38) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    ban this man
  • Let me guess (19/03/2026, 13:09) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply

    Let me guess, is this the strategy his w888 used because where the hell else he getting this garbage from except from Satan himself??? unless satan ISSsss....nevermind!



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