Dallas church lead pastor steps down due to 'inappropriate relationship' with a woman

Trinity Bible Church in Dallas has removed its lead pastor, Steven J. Lawson, due to an "inappropriate relationship" with a woman.

In a statement posted on its website , the church said the 73-year-old Lawson came forward to the church elders about the relationship.

The elders at Trinity Bible Church of Dallas regretfully announce that effective immediately, Steven J. Lawson has been removed indefinitely from all ministry activities at Trinity Bible Church of Dallas. Several days ago, the elders at Trinity Bible Church of Dallas were informed by Steve Lawson of an inappropriate relationship that he has had with a woman. The elders have met with Steve and will continue to come alongside him and pray for him with the ultimate goal of his personal repentance. Steve will no longer be compensated by Trinity Bible Church of Dallas.

The church did not provide further details.

He also stepped down from his non-profit, OnePassion Ministries.

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