Leadership Shakeup at Gateway Church Following Abuse Allegations
James Morris and wife Bridgette resign after founder Robert Morris steps down amid serious accusations
- James and Bridgette Morris resigned from their pastoral roles at Gateway Church in Southlake, Texas.
- Robert Morris, the church's founder, resigned last month after admitting to sexual misconduct with a minor decades ago.
- An independent investigation into the allegations against Robert Morris is ongoing, led by the law firm Haynes and Boone.
- James Morris had been poised to take over as senior pastor next year before his resignation.
- The church's board of elders plans to provide further updates to the congregation this weekend.