The role of churches, and the land they own, are an increasing focus of Nashville’s efforts to improve housing affordability. Federal funding will help Metro take a coordinating role.
United Methodists repeal longstanding ban on LGBTQ clergy
They removed a rule forbidding “self-avowed practicing homosexuals” from being ordained or appointed as ministers. Delegates voted 692-51 at their General Conference — the first such legislative gathering in five years.
New Methodist denomination forms after years of debate on LGBTQ policies
The Tennessean’s religion reporter Liam Adams joined This Is Nashville on Wednesday to explain what is happening in the United Methodist Church and the role Nashville plays in the split.
Opponents Of Woodbine Tiny Homes For The Homeless Mount Their Legal Battleundefined
Listen A group of neighbors opposing a cluster of tiny homes for the homeless in Woodbine are fleshing out their legal argument against the project. In a new court filing, they say the non-religious organization behind the homes is unlawfully skirting zoning laws with the religious land use act.
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