Austin Community Restores Vandalized LGBTQ-Friendly Church with New Mural

Community members in Austin united on Saturday morning to restore a local church targeted by vandalism. Life in the City United Methodist Church, known for its LGBTQ-friendly stance, had its pride flag torn down on Thursday night, accompanied by graffiti stating, "Pride was the first sin." Pastor Glenn Luhrs stated that this is not the first incident of vandalism against the church and affirmed their unwavering commitment to their mission despite these challenges. In response, volunteers initiated a creative repair project, painting over the defacement and adding a new pro-transgender mural to promote inclusivity and support. The community's efforts highlight resilience and solidarity in the face of intolerance.