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Frederick Haynes III, the senior pastor of Friendship West Baptist Church, is taking a leave of absence for surgery.

Haynes, who has led the Dallas church for over 40 years, will have the church’s executive pastor assume his duties.

The church has not provided any details on Haynes' medical condition or when he is expected to return.

DALLAS - The longtime pastor at Friendship West Baptist Church is taking time off to have surgery.

What we know:

The church announced on Sunday that Senior Pastor Frederick Haynes III has a medical condition. He will take a leave of absence to undergo surgery.

Haynes has served at the Dallas church for more than 40 years.

The executive pastor of the church will assume ministry responsibilities while Haynes is on leave.

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