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In recent weeks, Texas megachurch Gateway Church has experienced a significant drop in attendance following scandals involving its founder Robert Morris and executive pastor Kemtal Glasgow. Morris admitted to engaging in inappropriate sexual behavior with a young woman in the 1980s, while Glasgow was fired for a moral failure.
The church, which typically sees around 100,000 attendees at its weekend services, has seen a decrease of 17-19% in attendance. Members like Emily High have expressed feelings of betrayal and anger towards the church leadership. The church has announced the cancellation of its annual conference and changes in its Houston location as they navigate the fallout of the scandals.
Morris, who once served on Donald Trump’s faith advisory board, has acknowledged the allegations against him and resigned from his position. The church’s elders have hired a law firm to conduct an independent inquiry into the situation. Glasgow has also been let go from his role at the church due to a moral issue.
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