Netflix released the three‑part documentary "Death of the Pastor’s Wife" in September 2026, focusing on the tragic death of Mica Miller and the role of her husband, pastor JP Miller, in the events leading up to it.
The film arrives at a moment when Christians nationwide are grappling with how churches handle abuse and misconduct, reminding believers that leaders are called to be above reproach and that unchecked power can have deadly consequences.
According to the documentary, Mica Miller was found dead from a gunshot wound in a state park two days after serving divorce papers on JP. Authorities ruled the death a suicide, though friends urged further investigation. JP Miller faces pending trial on cyberstalking and obstruction charges but has not been charged in connection with Mica’s death.
The series highlights a pattern of rationalizing harmful behavior. Pastor Pam Muise, brought in after JP’s first divorce, initially dismissed his infidelity as a "one‑time mistake" and questioned her own right to withhold grace. In sermons, JP taught that wives must satisfy their husbands’ sexual needs, a message contrasted with biblical teachings on mutual consent and personal responsibility.
Protesters have gathered for months outside Solid Rock Church in Myrtle Beach, demanding justice for Mica and urging churches to adopt clearer safeguarding policies. As the legal process continues, the documentary has sparked renewed conversation among Christian leaders about implementing transparent accountability structures to protect vulnerable members.