James Morris, son of the former Gateway Church founder Robert Morris, announced the establishment of his new church, named Passage Church, in Southlake, Texas, after resigning from Gateway amid allegations of his father's past sexual abuse. The Morrises, who spent weeks in prayer to confirm the name, explained that 'Passage' symbolizes both scripture and the journey of faith, stating that their church will support individuals at all stages of their spiritual journey. Following the public revelation of abuse allegations from Cindy Clemishire against Robert Morris, James, who was set to become Gateway's lead pastor, and his wife Bridgette resigned from their roles. They plan to hold an interest meeting soon but have yet to announce the church's location or opening date. The couple emphasized their dedication to the teachings of the Bible and fostering a community focused on pursuing God. Their announcement was shared on various social media platforms, reflecting their intent to move forward positively after a challenging period.