Bishop Paul S. Morton Sr. is uniquely anointed for the body of Christ with a clear and distinct voice in the 21st Century, releasing into the atmosphere the truth of God's word, and bringing about salvation, healing, deliverance and restoration for the continued building up of God's Kingdom. Read more about cookies here. Bishop Paul S. Morton, Bishop William Murphy . Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet. I would have respected his choice and moved on," she said. His desire to serve the Lord was realized at an early age, when at 8 years old his father overheard him singing the song. The NLCDC is committed to low-and moderate-income families and to community economic development. An accomplished musician and singer, Morton began with 647 members and has seen the membership grow to more than 20,000. I Believe is the fifth single from a cancer awareness project produced by Fred "Uncle Freddie" Jerkins called "A Project of Healing". The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other. From the AlbumBest Days Yet, Bishop Paul S. Morton His father died when he was 12, but Morton remembers the many blessings from his father's life. Zions Kid-Zonea youth-centered facility for youth worship, tutorial services and outreachand behind Mt. At one time James Morton was the music director for Reverend C.L. Morton was mortified. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. Bishop Morton will be lain in state for viewing from 12:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. at the New Beginning Full Gospel Baptist Church located at, Bishop James Harold Morton was born May 8, 1946, the fourth of nine children to Bishop C.L. There will be a public viewing of Bishop Mortons body at New Beginning Full Gospel Baptist Church, 923 Valley Brook Road in Decatur, on Friday, Feb. 24, from 12 - 9 p.m. Bishop Morton is a gifted author and an anointed singer with six (6)Stellar Awards. As an apostle, he has birthed many churches out of Greater Saint Stephen, New Orleans. Unauthorized distribution, transmission or republication strictly prohibited. Vowing never to abandon the Mt. In one of his most noted sermons, Bishop James Morton spoke passionately ofThe Land of No Morereferring to the scripture found inRevelation 21:4And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there by any more pain: for the former things are passed away.In this sermon he would speak of absolute peace and utopia the believer could expect when they would finally enter into the Gods presence for eternity. Morton said Long can apologize "online" or by another means just as long as he doesn't "ignore the situation." He also added that the Bible calls on believers to forgive a man even if he commits the sin seven times and repents seven times. Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. All are welcome to attend and show their respects. His advice to other leaders going through trials is to seek help first. James was always singing, said his younger brother, Bishop Paul Morton, who founded large churches in New Orleans and Atlanta. Morton grew up. Every day, a lot of his best friends were passing, she said. There are many leaders dealing with issues of the mind. Especially when grown people suddenly become childish about their adult decisions. She said when she discovered the situation through the pastor's ex-wife she cut ties with him and did not communicate with him for years. Zion Full Gospel Church in Windsor and beyond is mourning the loss of Bishop Clarence Leslie (C.L.) All of his siblings, at one time or another, have served as ministers. DeKalb police said Morton Jr. got into a dispute with two people at The Budgetel on Memorial Drive that night. Morton apologized to the women involved. His first sermon was entitled,Gone with the Wind,and though he was a formidable singer and accomplished musician, it was obvious to everyone that James Harold Morton was indeed a man called to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ. With his fathers assistance, James Morton developed his musical skills on the piano and organ before starting a vocal group that performed around Michigan. His desire to serve the Lord was realized at an early age, when at 8 years old his father overheard him singing the song, James answered the call to preach the Gospel in 1968, and on Fathers Day, June 16, In one of his most noted sermons, Bishop James Morton spoke passionately of. His siblings include Ruby, George, Bishop James, Nancy (deceased), Gwendolyn, Bishop Paul, Jacqauline and Jeanetta. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. Bishop James Morton, 76, noted musician and preacher, dies By TheGrio Staff Georgia church leader and musician Bishop James Morton passed away from an unknown cause on Saturday, Feb. 11. It's a lie. He accepted a call from True Faith Baptist in Detroit two years later and spent the next 14 years there until becoming the pastor of Thankful Baptist Church in Atlanta. Police said one of them shot Morton Jr. multiple times, killing him. No receipts! The Morton familys influence in the faith community has long extended far beyond the Windsor area. He usually wore a white shirt and a plain black suit, he bought off the rack, nothing tailored for him. Morton gave out his home phone number to church members and encouraged them to call when they needed him. With his fathers help, Morton honed his musical abilities on the piano and organ and later formed a vocal group that became well known across Michigan, singing in churches and at weddings, said Paul Morton. Prior to her interview with Reid she also defended her "truth" in an extended broadcast on Facebook Livelast Tuesday. C.L. It's not cool," she insisted of the evidence she has to back up her story. We just got to humble ourselves and pray and ask God to change this, said Morton. He had me put my two weeks' notice. Afterward, when people began staying home, services continued, streaming on social media and on Channel 57 on TV. . Bishop Morton died on Saturday, Feb. 11 at the age of 66. His wife said Morton had recently lost a number of friends to COVID-19-related illness and she believes that took a toll on his health, as well. Zions Youth & Childrens Ministry, which includes the Judah Generation Youth Choir and its debut album entitled Bishop Joseph W. Walker, III Presents Judah Generation. Return to homepage. Sometimes during church services, his burst into spontaneous song with his powerful voice. Comments may take up to an hour for moderation before appearing on the site. The viewings and service will be held at the New Beginning Full Gospel Baptist Church, 923 Valley Brook Road, Decatur. Sign up to receive daily headline news from the Windsor Star, a division of Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. . Paul overcame a lot of challenges in his life and was an inspiration to many . "I knew God healed me," he says. For 30 years, Morton, the popular pastor and musician from a distinguished family of ministers, led his congregation at New Beginning in various missions for the poor and homeless. Many pastors are working through trials like this. James Morton began preaching when he was 22 in Detroits Mount Zion Church of God in Christ, his family said. He has planted five ministries in the local area, and in 1997, the ministry purchased a former military base and renamed it St. Stephen City. C.L. Join thousands of others to get the FREEDOM POST newsletter for free, sent twice a week from The Christian Post. Full Gospel Founder Bishop Paul S. Morton, Sr. was born in Windsor Ontario, Canada but was destined to move to the United States. 365 Bloor Street East, Toronto, Ontario, M4W 3L4. Before the coronavirus pandemic, according to McClary, 9,000 people attended the two Sunday services at New Beginning. Zion pastor remembered as 'ray of light' in local faith community, Man causes disturbance after Pelissier Street neighbourhood issues spotlighted, CTV reporter struck by vehicle while covering crash in Guelph, Chris Rock will finally hit back at Will Smith over Oscars slap, Ozempic explained: How weight loss drug works and what happens if you stop taking it, Lakeshore makes it tougher for large-scale greenhouse development. If Morton spotted someone asking for money while riding through the community, he would often stop and give everything in his pockets, said another church staff member. I would cook, clean, do laundry," Garrison told Reid. Deeply concerned about Americas youth and young adults, Bishop Walker is the visionary behind Mt. Morton's father was a powerful preacher and Morton adored him. His inspiring messages make him a sought-after university commencement speaker. Kimberly Morton Powell said his grandchildren knew my father as the laughter granddad.. To people, he was a ray of hope and master articulator of scripture, Brown said. Recognized as a man from humble beginnings, he is a teacher, humanitarian, philanthropist, businessman, community volunteer, husband, father and pastor. We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. Even as a child, when kids would be playing outside, he would be inside reading (the bible).. He put his mind and knowledge above the mind of Christ, choosing to respond to and do things his way rather than God's way. "Social media makes it possible for anyone to accuse anyone of anything and it seemingly be taken as gospel. 1.3K views, 31 likes, 63 loves, 438 comments, 33 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from The First Cathedral: Welcome to The First Cathedral A Church for Such a Time as This C4 Covenant Conference 2021. "I never knew that there was another girl [fiancee']. He was born Paul Sylvester Morton in 1950 in Windsor, Canada. Bible teacher Jen Wilkin addresses criticism of her views on sending children to public schools, Teen, 21-year-old man indicted for murder of Memphis pastor, Deion Sanders' prayers are constitutionally protected, lawyer tells University of Colorado, Revival at Kentucky college faces hurdles from school leadership, moves worship off-campus. Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors. Joined Apr 12, 2012 Messages 13,080 Reactions 55,146 713 255 Alleybux 29,005 No one is sure of the cause of death, but Bryant said Morton had a heart attack and heart valve replacement last August. The bishop said he would urge others to forgive Long if he repented. According to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Elder Shawn Bryant, an assistant minister who remembered Morton as a humble man, said the Decatur pastor suffered a heart attack in August and had a heart valve replaced. There was an error, please provide a valid email address. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary". Suicide in the churchCancer killing our leadershttps://www.facebook.com/DeMarioQJives/videos/10159917065775623/ www.demajio.com to view the article and get some insite on the truth and facts.I just want to personally say thank you all so much for supporting me and following me all this time. Bishop Paul S. Morton, former Presiding Bishop of the Full Gospel Baptist Church (FGBC) Fellowship and pastor consecrated his brother, Bishop James Morton as a Bishop in the Full Gospel Baptist Church International Fellowship in August of 1994, of which he serves on the Bishop's Council. 2023 Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship International. A recipient of numerous awards and honors, Bishop Walker sits on noteworthy boards, including the Board of the American Red Cross, Citizens Bank and in February 2016 was elected to serve on the Board of Trustees of Meharry Medical College. Due to the pandemic, the family will hold a memorial service in Windsor at a later date, likely in September, his wife said. In the wake of the passing of longtime Pastor, Bishop James H. Morton, Sr., the Morton Family, and the New Beginning Full Gospel Baptist Church will officially honor and celebrate his life and legacy by way of a public viewing held Friday, February 24, 2023, and a celebration of life service which will commence Saturday, February 25, 2023. At his core, Bishop James H. Morton was a man who absolutely loved his family. Bishop Paul S. Morton, Sr. is the founding Presiding Bishop of one of the fastest growing movements in America - The Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship International. All Rights Reserved. Garrison alleges they engaged in long-term sexual relationship. Call Us: (404) 284-8865 | Email : info@paulsmorton.org HOME This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. Im going to kill everything: Man accused of killing girlfriend had already made violent threats Evans is accused of shooting and killing his girlfriend, 29-year-old Shakiyla Samples at a home on Prospect Road on Sept. 20. Morton also realized there were some things he needed to do differently than his father did, like taking a vacation. Bishop Paul S. Morton, founding presiding bishop of The Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship Internationalwhich encompasses some 5,000 churches and 1 million members, confirmed on Saturday that his "spiritual son," who leads a megachurch, engaged in "multiple" sexual relationships. Bishop Morton Sr. also led the establishment of five churches across the region in Windsor, Chatham, Harrow, Buxton and Amherstburg, that his son also presided over as minister through the years. The winds of change would shift him from Michigan to Atlanta, Georgia, where he would assume the pastorate of Thankful Baptist Church in 1984. His father died when he was 12, but Morton remembers the many blessings from his . Paul Morton, originally of New Bern, NC, most recently of Sarasota, FL, passed away on November 4, 2016. He. The ministry is what he loved during his whole lifetime. Both agree that their most joyous accomplishment to date has been the birth of their daughter, Jovanni Willow Walker, who was born in May of 2012. In 1992, at the age of 24, Bishop Walker began his pastorate at Mt. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance". He had a love for all people, not just about black or white, but supported all people.. Morton, Sr. and Evangelist Matilda Morton in Windsor, Ontario, Canada. Many pastors caught the vision and invested $10,000 to support it, hoping to bring modern banking actions such as online banking to their members. Morton, the fourth of nine children, is survived by six siblings; daughter Kimberly Morton Powell; son Jason Morton; and grandchildren and great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Even as he presided over an active church, Morton continued to sing, collaborating with his bishop brother, along with Aretha Franklin, Bishop William Murphy III, Bishop Carlton Pearson and the Azusa Mass Choir, plus the late Rev. Please try again. CBN's ministry is made possible by the support of our CBN Partners. Copyright 2023. He didn't want me doing that. If you have an immediate prayer need, please call our 24-hour prayer line at 800-700-7000. Zions ministry has expanded beyond its original location on Historic Jefferson Street to seven weekly services in three physical locations and also includes a worldwide virtual church location www.mtzionanywhere.tv which ministers to millions around the world, as well as the Word Network that reaches over 88 million viewers world wide. Morton, born and raised in Windsor, took over at Mt. The elder Morton, being a man of the church, has had to deal with death on many fronts both in his congregation and personal life. This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. He was diagnosed with a bipolar disorder. Joseph & Stephaine Walker Scholarship Fund. A noted singer and songwriter, Morton wrote many new songs and books. Bishop and his wife, Dr. Debra B. Morton, are the proud parentsof three children and the grandparents of six beautiful grandchildren. The main photo she says shows them on her birthday in 2017 while the inset photo shows them together in Miami, Fla., in the summer of 2018. The service will be Saturday, Feb. 25, at 12 p.m. at the church. A lot of these young boys now are walking around with notches in their guns counting the people they have killed, said Morton. DECATUR, Ga. Bishop James Morton, of New Beginnings Full Gospel Church, lost his son James Morton Jr. to gun violence on September 19. Im going to miss him. This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. James answered the call to preach the Gospel in 1968, and on Fathers Day, June 16 of that same year, he preached his first sermon at the Mount Zion Church of God in Christ, in Detroit, Michigan. "I have been to the church. He wasnt 100 per cent, but would never stop until the Lord says so, his wife Yvonne Morton said on Tuesday. Garrison stood by her story in an interview with The Christian Post on Monday morning and shared explicit evidence of the relationship she had with Couzens. Bishop Walker received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Southern University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana; a Master of Divinity degree from Vanderbilt University and a Doctor of Ministry degree from Princeton Theological Seminary. Morton felt God calling him to move in a different direction, said Bryant, so in August 1993 he parted ways with Thankful Baptist, taking with him 1,000 members, and started New Beginning Full Gospel Baptist Church in the gym of Decatur High School. Zion. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. in a second interview with Reid,who says he pastored for 20 years, the model and another unidentified woman who claims she was also in a relationship with Couzens for eight years, alleged that staff at his church as well as members of his family were aware of their relationship. Nothing. Jalen Carter turns himself in following arrest warrants, Deadly gang attack set in motion by guards at Phillips State Prison. But what I am for sure is AUTHENTIC and REAL! I cried all the way down 285 to Memorial Drive because I knew he was gone, Morton said. I'm not perfect but I'm determined to present myself to God as a living sacrifice holy and acceptable unto God which is my reasonable service," said the Full Gospel founder who previously admittedto having a daughter out of wedlock. In August 1994, Rev. In one of his most noted sermons, Bishop James Morton spoke passionately ofThe Land of No More,referring to the scripture found inRevelation 21:4And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there by any more pain: for the former things are passed away.In this sermon he spoke of absolute peace and utopia the believer could expect when they would finally enter into Gods presence for eternity. He is the senior pastor of Changing a Generation Full Gospel Baptist Church in Atlanta, Georgia, and co-pastor of Greater St. Stephen Full Gospel Baptist Church in New Orleans, Louisiana. They are the only two to ever serve as pastors of the church. Morton is also a gifted author and an anointed singer, having received many Stellar Awards. . When Morton recovered, he was able to go back to work. "I should have checked them out more," he says. "I have NEVER professed to be perfect! Morton, shown during an Emancipation Day gala in Windsor in 2015, died Sunday in a Detroit hospital at the age of 77. Bishop Paul S. Morton, Sr. Paul Sylvester Morton is an American Baptist pastor. Bishop Joseph Warren Walker, III, is the International Presiding Bishop of Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship, which consists of hundreds of churches across the globe that is connected together by common theologies of the church experience. Many esteem him as a Pastors Pastor; a Leaders Leader; His wife and children revere him as a loving husband and role model father. From the Album Best Days Yet. This death reaches a different place for the bishop and is so much closer to home. Recent victim of gun violence in Dekalb county is the son of a widely regarded Bishop Bishop Morton speaks about losing his son to gun violence. He was 76. Morton, whose death is believed to be linked to the ongoing spread of COVID-19. For a little more than nine months worship services for New Beginning were held in the Decatur High School gym where the presence of the Lord would meet them each week, and the Lord would continually add to the congregation. Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. And the LORD knows me by my name and my good works," Couzens continued in the post shared by Reid. She said she was intimate with Couzens as recently as three weeks ago and was led to believe that she and the megachurch preacher began a steady relationship in April after enjoying an on-and-off sexual relationship since 2011. According to McClary, Morton intended to address the demands of the people. The church now has three church locations, offering eight worship services per week, with five services on Sunday. However, after the devastating storm, Katrina, God re-positioned him. The Christian Post reached out to Inspirational Bible Church City of Destinyon Thursday and spoke with elder Tracy Lee, who also serves as executive administrator at the church. Bishop Paul Sylvester Morton, who heads Full Gospel the church, recently issued a bit of clarification on the matter via the social networking site, twitter. Type above and press Enter to search. After one week in the hospital, he left and has not taken any pills since. He states that the Mt. If someone said they didnt have money to get to church, [the] Bishop would say, See me after church, and hed hand them money, McClary recalled, The AJC reported. Bishop C.L. If someone said they didnt have money to get to church, Bishop would say, See me after church, and hed hand them money.. Things fell apart in June, she said, after the pastor allegedly treated her in a "nasty" manner when she tried to inquire about another young woman who was popping up around them at a conference. Morton Sr., a former priest, and Matilda E. Morton, a former evangelist. Bishop Joseph W. Walker, IIIInternational Presiding Bishop, Bishop Darryl S. BristerSecond Presiding Bishop, Bishop L. Lawrence BrandonThird Presiding Bishop, Bishop K. Edwin Bryant, PhD.Bishop Of Corporate Administration, Bishop Edward StephensBishop of Regional Bishops & Central Region, Bishop David CooperSouthwest Regional Bishop, Bishop Gregory CooperSouthern Regional Bishop, Bishop Simon GordonMidwestern Regional Bishop, Bishop W. Oshea GrangerSouthern Atlantic Regional Bishop, Bishop Kenneth RobinsonNortheast Central Regional Bishop, Bishop Lanier TwymanMid-Atlantic Regional Bishop, Bishop Johnny WithersWestern Pacific Regional Bishop, Bishop Oscar Brown1stAssistant to the Founder, Bishop Greg DavisBishop of Media Relations, Bishop Jerry HutchinsBishop of Policy and Procedure, Bishop Calvin LockettBishop of Fellowship Relations, Bishop William Murphy JrBishop of Intercessory Prayer, Bishop William Murphy IIIBishop of Worship, Bishop Craig OliverBishop of Senior Pastors, Bishop Andrew RandallBishop of Legal Affairs and Compliance, Bishop K. Edwin Bryant, PH.D.Bishop of Corporate Administration, Elder Charles SandersChief Financial Officer, Bishop Talmadge J. ThomasBishop of Customer Service, Bishop L. Reynard CatchingsChief of StaffHQ Field Operations, Pastor Daryl Davis, IIFirst AssistantCorporate Administration, Tish M. WilsonAssociate Project ManagerCorporate Administration, Overseer Sylvester PooleFirst AssistantField Operations, Marlinda HenryIntl Director of Events & Planning, Maura PattersonMembership Services Manager, A CHARISMATIC MOVEMENT OFFERING CONTENT-SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONAL MINISTRY TOOLS. Morton took pride in having a good name. Bishop Paul S. Morton, founding presiding bishop of The Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship International which encompasses some 5,000 churches and 1 million members, confirmed on Saturday that his "spiritual son," who leads a megachurch, engaged in "multiple" sexual relationships. If Morton spotted someone asking for money while riding through the community, he would often stop and give everything in his pockets, said another church staff member. Morton's father was a workaholic and never took a vacation. You don't do that to people," she added. Morton Sr., who founded the church in the 700 block of McDougall Avenue in the 1930s. "I felt stupid, I felt used, I'm hurt, [he] publicly humiliated me, tried to lie on me, tried to tell people I got no receipts. Brown believes among Mortons greatest accomplishments was the inspiration he provided to youth and encouraging them to pursue education. He taught you to be better than him and would often take a back seat to let others shine.. Based on what they heard or what someone else has said. Morton started preaching at 22 in Detroits Mount Zion Church of God in Christ, per his relatives. He failed to realize that a portion of the Lord's work was for him to take care of his body. Born in Windsor in Ontario, Canada, he moved to New Orleans in 1972 and joined Greater St. Stephen as an associate pastor. He has repented and tendered his resignation as the Bishop of College of Elders of Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship," Morton said in astatement. Working with a new fellowship, Morton signed on to work with some individuals he did not know well. He was later arrested in Forsyth C. 2023 Cox Media Group. 2023 The Christian Broadcasting Network, Inc., A nonprofit 501 (c)(3) Charitable Organization. Paul S. Morton, founding bishop of The Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship International, has been fielding withering criticism online for insisting churches should remain open amid the coronavirus pandemic. We have enabled email notificationsyou will now receive an email if you receive a reply to your comment, there is an update to a comment thread you follow or if a user you follow comments. He is also a recording artist, author, and founder of the Full Gospel Baptist . A prolific writer, Bishop, as he is fondly called, is the author of nine books. The next issue of Windsor Star Headline News will soon be in your inbox. He reportedly gave church members his home phone number and encouraged them to call when they needed him. It's not my responsibility to chase and respond to every accusation. She said she began making serious plans to move in September before she discovered his alleged deception. On Saturday, February 11, 2023, Bishop. There are so many students who graduated university and are successful because of him, he said. Also, if God delivers, don't be ashamed. Bishop Paul S. Morton. And I don't want just a public apology for me. Even while he was leading a dynamic church, James Morton continued his singing. His younger brother Bishop Paul Morton is a high-profile minister and gospel recording artist in Atlanta. Take time for a vacation, for rest, for time with the family, time with the Lord. Morton, Sr. and Evangelist Matilda Morton in Windsor, Ontario, Canada. She was asked if there was any response from the church's elder board regarding the allegations against Couzens and whether or not he was still at the helm of the church. "It's not what goes into your body that defiles you; you are defiled by what comes from your heart.". "I was supposed to move with him October 24. Just accusation and innuendo. There was something special about him. No one is sure of the cause of death, but Bryant said Morton had a heart attack and heart valve replacement last August. Morton, Sr. and Evangelist Matilda Morton in Windsor, Ontario, Canada. Relatives and acquaintances remembered Morton as a funny man who, if he hadnt chosen to become a preacher, may have become a comic. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Get the latest news updates from OCGNews. All are welcome to attend and show their respects. Morton was consecrated to the Office of Bishop within the Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship International, under the leadership of his brother, Bishop Paul S. Morton, Sr. Utilizing his ever-expanding platform, Bishop James Mortons dynamic and anointed preaching was in high demand, taking him across the country to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ and his musical talents, lending his vocal gift on collaborations with Aretha Franklin, Bishop Carlton Pearson and the Azusa Mass Choir, Bishop Paul S. Morton, Bishop William Murphy, III., the late Rev. He recalled that his sibling was always singing as a child. How old is Bishop Paul S. Morton? Zion dating back to 1962. People outside the church did not. This development provides affordable housing to more than 75 families. Denoting a lifetime full of accomplishments and trials, the word can encapsulate what a person's true impact is to the world. During their time together, she alleged that Couzens paid for her education with "church checks" and took her on trips to places like Paris, France. He is predeceased by his son Clarence III. 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