Following allegations of sexual abuse, Gateway Church officials are recommending former lead pastor Robert Morris’ son, James Morris, and three elders to take a leave of absence .
Gateway Church posted a statement on social media on Friday, announcing the megachurch hired the law firm Haynes & Boone, LLP to “conduct an independent and comprehensive inquiry related to the recent events,” referencing Robert Morris’ resignation.
Founder and former lead pastor at Gateway Church, Robert Morris resigned from his position on June 18 after he admitted he sexually abused a 12-year-old. Cindy Clemishire, who is now in her 50s, told the religious watchdog blog, The Wartburg Watch, that Morris abused her for four years in Oklahoma and Texas…