Former megachurch pastor to appear before Osage Co. judge in sexual abuse case

The founder of one of the nation's largest churches is set to appear before a judge today in Pawhuska.

Robert Morris is accused of sexually abusing an Oklahoma child in the 1980s. Authorities said Cindy Clemishire was 12 when the alleged abuse began.

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Clemishire and Morris are expected to attend Friday's hearing, however, Clemishire is not required to be there.

Clemishire said the time has come to hold Morris accountable.

"Justice. I mean, it's just the first step to justice is having the indictment," Clemishire said. "I really hope that it makes a statement to everyone out there that it's not okay."

Morris was indicted on five counts of lewd or indecent acts with a minor. The alleged incidents occurred between 1982 and 1985 in Hominy, Oklahoma, while Morris was a traveling preacher hosted by Clemishire's family. 

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Friday's hearing is expected to be short. Morris entered a 'not guilty' plea.