Resignation of Pastor Robert Morris from Gateway Church
Pastor Robert Morris resigns from Gateway Church after admitting to abusing a woman who accused him of child molestation in the 1980s, when she was 12. The church's board of elders is responding to the allegations and has hired a law firm for an independent inquiry.
Key Points
- Robert Morris admitted to abusing a woman who accused him of child molestation in the 1980s
- The church's board of elders is conducting an independent inquiry into the allegations
- Gateway Church is committed to protecting children and vulnerable individuals
Pros
- Transparency about the abuse allegations
- Steps taken by the church's board of elders to address the situation
- Hiring an independent law firm for an investigation
Cons
- Pastor accused of child molestation
- Allegations of inappropriate sexual behavior and abuse from decades ago
- Lack of action by other ministries and churches despite prior warnings