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United Methodists repeal longstanding ban on LGBTQ clergy

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www.wxxv25.com – Associated Press – 2024-05-01 12:49:19

SUMMARY: United Methodist delegates repealed the church’s ban on LGBTQ clergy with an overwhelming vote of 692-51 at their General Conference. This change removes the rule forbidding “self-avowed practicing homosexuals” from being ordained or appointed as ministers. The change does not mandate or explicitly affirm LGBTQ clergy, but it means the church no longer forbids them. Additionally, a measure was approved that forbids penalizing clergy for performing or refraining from same-sex weddings. This historic change after years of debate and controversy within the denomination. The vote could to some international churches, particularly in Africa, departing from the United Methodist Church.

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2024 General Election Day Reminders

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www.wxxv25.com Staff – 2024-11-03 14:00:00

SUMMARY: Mississippi’s 2024 General Election is set for November 5, featuring positions for President, U.S. Senate, U.S. Representative, Supreme Court Justice, and more. Polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., allowing anyone in line at closing time to vote. Voters can access tailored election information, sample ballots, through the My Election Day portal. Key deadlines include in-person absentee by November 2 and mail-in ballots postmarked by November 5. Voters must present ID, and campaigning is prohibited within 150 feet of polling places. For questions, contact the Elections Division at 1-800-829-6786.

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MGCCC Fine Arts Gallery and Honors College students salute retired military through art and storytelling

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www.wxxv25.com Staff – 2024-11-03 10:00:00

SUMMARY: In honor of Day, the Mississippi Coast Community College’s School of Visual and Performing Arts is hosting โ€œOur Veterans’ Art Adventures,โ€ an exhibition featuring art created by retired military members at the Armed Forces Retirement Home (AFRH) in . The exhibit runs from November 4 to December 6, 2024, at MGCCC’s Campus Fine Arts Gallery. Art Specialist Milton Williams highlights the veterans’ enthusiasm for exploring their artistic talents, while Honors College will document their stories for the . A Veterans Day on November 11 at 10:30 a.m. will showcase these narratives and celebrate their journeys.

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MSU boasts two Rhodes Scholarship finalists

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www.wxxv25.com Staff – 2024-11-02 12:00:00

SUMMARY: Two seniors from the Judy and Bobby Shackouls Honors College at Mississippi , Sydney Denton and Devin Hutchins, have been named Rhodes Scholarship finalists. Denton, a double major in history and political science, will interview in Denver, while Hutchins, studying philosophy and economics, will interview in Birmingham. They are the eighth and ninth MSU finalists in 13 years, recognized for their academic achievements, leadership, and commitment to community service. Both have contributed significantly to campus and social issues, reflecting the Rhodes Trust’s values of impactful change. David Hoffman, director of MSU’s Office of Prestigious External Scholarships, praised their accomplishments.

For more information about the Rhodes Scholarship, visitย www.rhodesscholar.org.

Learn more about MSU’s Judy and Bobby Shackouls Honors College atย www.honors.msstate.edu. The Department of Political Science and Public Administration within MSU’s College of Arts and Sciences is online atย www.pspa.msstate.edu.


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