"Austin Church Pastor Dismissed for Inappropriate Texts with Minor"

Aaron Ivey, head worship pastor at Austin Stone Church, was dismissed for engaging in inappropriate and explicit ongoing text messages with an adult male, as well as allegedly being involved in inappropriate communication with a minor. The church cited biblical standards and revealed patterns of predatory manipulation, sexual exploitation, and abuse of influence. Aaron's wife, Jamie, paused her upcoming public appearances, and the couple, who co-wrote the book "Complement," emphasized male leadership in marriage.