Frank Lankford

Pastor Chris Morgan leads Christ United Methodist Church, politically divided congregation. Leading up to election day, he preached kindness, encouraging his flock to do unto others as you would have them do unto you. If we hold to that, then we can actually hopefully become an example for society instead of mirroring society.

Pastor Chris Morgan leads Christ United Methodist Church, politically divided congregation. Leading up to election day, he preached kindness, encouraging his flock to do unto others as you would have them do unto you. If we hold to that, then we can actually hopefully become an example for society instead of mirroring society.

Some parishioners said the sermon series helped them talk to people they disagree with and remain calm doing so. Another parishioner, though, thought it brought election politics into the church, which he sees as a sanctuary from all that. Frank Lankford, NPR News, Bethel Park, Pennsylvania.

Some parishioners said the sermon series helped them talk to people they disagree with and remain calm doing so. Another parishioner, though, thought it brought election politics into the church, which he sees as a sanctuary from all that. Frank Lankford, NPR News, Bethel Park, Pennsylvania.