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Bill Coates’ resigned in August due to alleged sexual misconduct, church reports
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The Rev. Dr. Bill Coates speaks of his retirement Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2018, after 20 years leading the First Baptist Church of Gainesville. - photo by Scott Rogers
The Rev. Bill Coates resigned as pastor of First Baptist Church in Gainesville in August following an accusation of sexual misconduct, according to a letter emailed to the congregation from church leaders on Monday, Oct. 15.