Texas State Representatives and former Southlake mayor condemn pastor Robert Morris after allegations of child sexual abuse.
Legislators, former Southlake mayor condemn actions, ‘cover up’ and call for Morris to be held accountable.
Huffman said “Jesus forgives every sinner who calls upon His name,” but said Morris should never have been allowed to serve in ministry due to his actions.“Some sins are so egregious and vile that they disqualify a person from holding an office of trust like a pastorship,” Huffman said in the statement. “Elizabeth and I are deeply saddened for the victim of this sexual abuse, the child whose innocence was ripped away by someone she trusted.
Texas State Rep. Giovanni Capriglione, R-Southlake, said Tuesday on X that Morris’ “confession of criminal activity” is shocking and unacceptable. In a statement allegedly sent to Gateway staff that later was, Morris is quoted saying he has been “open and forthright about a moral failure he had over 35 years ago.”
“There must be no safe haven or security for anyone who abuses a child in Texas,” Leach said. “To that end, the Texas Legislature must continue to improve our laws protecting and ensuring justice for victims of childhood sexual abuse and holding criminals and those who aid them responsible.
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