The United Methodist Church repealed its long-standing ban on LGBTQ+ clergy Wednesday, a decision celebrated by many Louisiana pastors and congregation members.⁠ ⁠ Rev. Katie McKay Simpson, a senior minister in Baton Rouge, called it a "day of celebration" but also a day of "lament and repentance at the pain that has been caused."⁠ ⁠ Get the latest using the link in our bio. ⁠ ⁠ #news #clergyban #unitedmethodistchurch