The fallout of the Robert Morris sex scandal has had repercussions on other members of the Morris family, specifically his son, James Morris. After Rober Morris confessed to having molested a 12-year-old girl in a continued course of conduct for four years, he resigned in disgrace. James Morris took over as interim pastor but this was naught to last. When Max Lucado was brought in to be interim pastor, the elders of Gateway Church parted ways with James and Bridgette Morris. Gateway Church is officially moving on from the Morris family and is attempting to distance itself.
James Morris seemingly parted on amicable terms, recognizing that he cannot undo his father’s damage to his church, and perhaps unwilling or able to get out from that dark shadow. So he has launched a campaign to build support for a church plant of his own.
We are excited to announce the beginning of an extraordinary journey that started as a dream in our hearts to be Pastors of a vibrant church passionate about the presence of God and filled with people who love God and love people. We believe God gave us this dream and many prophetic words, beginning when we were young, for such a time as this. We are taking time to rest, pray, and hear from the Lord after this last season. We are filled with anticipation, expectation, and hope as we hear from God about when, where, and how to plant a church.
This journey is not just about reaching a destination but about embracing the profound experiences and growth along the way. We are confident that God is good and in control.
We invite you to join us in this adventure by walking alongside us or supporting us from afar. Together, we can experience the remarkable impact God’s goodness has on the world around us.
It seems that James and Bridgette Morris are going to do the husband-wife egalitarianism at their forthcoming church plan. Their campaign is just collecting emails at this time.
