Robert Morris, former senior pastor of Gateway Church in Dallas, faces child sexual abuse charges for incidents that occurred in the 1980s. The charges stem from Cindy Clemishire's accusations, who claims the abuse happened when she was between 12 and 14. Morris has acknowledged inappropriate behavior. Authorities are working for justice, while the church condemns all forms of abuse.
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