Douglas Avenue United Methodist Church has become the first Methodist congregation in Springfield to declare itself a "reconciling congregation" -- with open arms for everyone, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or other issues. The pastor, Rev. Meredith Manning Brown, talks about how the designation came about and how it aligns with Biblical teaching.

<p>Douglas Avenue United Methodist Church has become the first Methodist congregation in Springfield to declare itself a "reconciling congregation" -- with open arms for everyone, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or other issues. The pastor, Rev. Meredith Manning Brown, talks about how the designation came about and how it aligns with Biblical teaching.</p>

Jim Leach is heard weekdays from 4:00-6:00PM on 92.7 WMAY, Springfield's News & Talk.

<p>Jim Leach is heard weekdays from 4:00-6:00PM on 92.7 WMAY, Springfield's News &amp; Talk.</p>

The Jim Leach Show is heard weekdays from 3:00 - 6:00 PM on News/Talk 94.7 & 970 WMAY.

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