Former Pastor Accused Of Sexual Abuse By Underage Girl

Robert Morris, Founding Pastor of Gateway Church, Resigns Amid Sexual Abuse Allegations

Former Pastor Accused of Sexual Abuse by Underage Girl

Robert Morris, the founding pastor of the megachurch Gateway Church in Southlake, Texas, has resigned following allegations of sexual abuse against an underage girl. The allegations were made public in a recent lawsuit filed against Morris and the church, which claims that Morris sexually abused the girl when she was 16 years old.

Morris Denies Allegations, Resigns from Position

Morris has denied the allegations, calling them "false and malicious." He has also resigned from his position as senior pastor at Gateway Church, effective immediately. The church has stated that it will cooperate fully with the investigation into the allegations.

Abuse Allegations Shock Church Community

The allegations against Morris have sent shockwaves through the Gateway Church community. Morris has been a popular and respected figure in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, and many members of the church have defended him against the accusations. However, some members have also expressed concern and support for the victim.

Charges Under Investigation

The allegations against Morris are currently under investigation by the Southlake Police Department. No criminal charges have been filed against Morris at this time, but the investigation is ongoing.

Lawsuit Filed Against Morris and Church

In addition to the criminal investigation, a civil lawsuit has also been filed against Morris and Gateway Church. The lawsuit alleges that the church failed to protect the victim from Morris's alleged abuse. The lawsuit is seeking damages for the victim's emotional distress, pain and suffering, and other damages.