Press Release | Federal Court Dismisses Lawsuit Against Missouri Pastor Who Opposed LGBTQ Pastor’s Library Board Appointment

ADVOCATES FOR FAITH & FREEDOM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, August 22, 2024

CONTACT: Jake Matthews
jake@jlkpolitical.COM

Murrieta, CA— Yesterday, a federal court dismissed a suit against Grace Calvary Chapel pastor Josh Blevins. The plaintiff specifically sought to hold Pastor Josh Blevins liable for writing a letter to the St. Joseph City Council posting on his personal Facebook page and preaching a sermon at his church – all urging against an LGBTQ Pastor’s reappointment to a local library board. Pastor Blevin’s allegedly “unlawful” activities are quintessential private actions protected by the First Amendment.

“Freedom of speech, religion, and petition are guaranteed rights enshrined to all Americans,” said Kelly Chang Rickert, an attorney with Advocates for Faith and Freedom. “This ruling is a win for the First Amendment and individuals across this country who want to stand up for their beliefs without fear of persecution.”

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