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Gateway Church Seeks Dismissal of Defamation Lawsuit Over Founder’s Abuse Allegations Response

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SOUTHLAKE, Texas — Gateway Church is seeking dismissal from a defamation lawsuit linked to allegations of sexual abuse against its founder, Robert Morris. The lawsuit has been filed by Cindy Clemishire and her father, addressing the church’s public response to the accusations. Clemishire alleges that Morris sexually abused her starting in 1982, when she was just 12 years old. She brought her allegations to light in June 2024, prompting a statement from Gateway Church that described Morris’s conduct as “inappropriate sexual behavior with a young lady,” though it did not specify her age. Following the … Read more

New Hampshire Film Festival Expands Oscar Gateway: Now Qualifies Documentary Shorts for Academy Awards

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Portsmouth, New Hampshire – The New Hampshire Film Festival has officially expanded its role in the film industry by achieving Academy Award qualifying status for documentary shorts. This addition rounds out its already prestigious designations for live action and animated shorts, reinforcing its position as a prime launching pad for short filmmakers aiming for Oscar consideration. Dan Hannon, a co-founder and industry director of the festival, expressed excitement over this enhancement. “For over twenty years, our festival has worked relentlessly to spotlight and propel the art of short filmmaking. Adding documentary shorts to our qualifying … Read more

Haaretz.com: Your Gateway to In-Depth News and Perspectives on Israel, the Middle East, and Jewish Global Affairs

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Tel Aviv, Israel – Haaretz.com serves as the digital face of the Haaretz Newspaper, providing up-to-the-minute coverage and authoritative analysis on topics spanning Israel’s socio-political landscape, the broader Middle Eastern region, and Jewish World affairs. This English language platform extends the legacy of one of Israel’s oldest daily newspapers, reaching an international audience with its diverse array of news and opinion content. Founded in 1918 during the British Mandate in Palestine, Haaretz has established itself as a prominent journalistic voice. It’s celebrated for its thorough examination of democratic ideals, human rights issues, and for holding … Read more

Gateway Church Faces Growing Legal Battle as Hundreds More Demand Tithe Refunds Amid Financial Mismanagement Claims

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Southlake, TX — In a significant legal challenge that has caught the attention of many, Gateway Church, based in Southlake, faces a class-action lawsuit filed by a group of its own members. The suit, initiated last Friday, demands the return of donations known traditionally as tithes. According to the plaintiffs’ legal team, hundreds of church members have recently joined the call for refunds, citing concerns over financial transparency and accountability within the church. Last weekend, Tra Willbanks, an elder at Gateway Church, responded to the growing controversy during a Saturday church service. In an attempt … Read more