'None of our energy will be spent towards the protesters. It will be spent all toward the attendees and the performers. We are bringing nothing on ourselves. We are performing a legal event, exercising our deeply held religious beliefs.”
Faith Church UCC is hosting the event on their property, and organizers say it will be an inclusive, family-friendly show that preaches acceptance.
“We are allowing parents to make the decision for their families about whether they feel comfortable having their children come to such an event,” said Cheatham. “We get that people want to protect children, and so do we, so we share that value, and we have no problem with people expressing their concerns civilly.”
The event will feature three artists and a reception with all proceeds going to local charities. Cheatham said the performers are accustomed to performing in front of families in ways that are appropriate for children that are present. “What has been the most touching have been the people who have said, ‘I may not completely agree with everything that your church stands for, but this is not my New Braunfels, this is not my town. Please know that this is a very loud minority that is trying to impose their will upon you, and they do not speak for the rest of us,’” said Cheatham.
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