Last weekend, two churches in San Antonio, Texas, were vandalized with graffiti during the “No Kings” protests aimed at President Donald Trump.
Pastors from Community Bible Church and Church Unlimited Stone Oak took to social media to express their disappointment at the damage. According to reports, they felt that the acts of vandalism called into question the beliefs upheld by their congregations. Community Bible Church Pastor Ed Newton shared images of the graffiti, which included phrases like, “Jesus, I hope Trump goes away,” and “There is no king but God.”
Newton reflected on the meaning of truth, emphasizing the need for repentance and a life free of hatred. He stated that Jesus came to redeem everyone, implying that even political leaders are not exempt from this compassion.
On a related note, Bill Cornelius, the founding pastor of Church Unlimited Stone Oak, expressed his disappointment regarding the vandalism at one of his church’s locations. He remarked that vandalism should not be mistaken for protest; it is, simply put, a crime.
Cornelius also included a photo of the sidewalk with the message, “Jesus wants Trump gone” spray-painted. He referenced Romans 13:1, which speaks to the importance of honoring and praying for governmental authorities.
Additionally, San Antonio City Councilwoman Misty Spears noted other sites around the city that also bore anti-Trump messages. She stressed that this behavior was not indicative of peaceful protest and emphasized that all neighborhoods should feel safe and respected. The city plans to continue monitoring the situation closely and will provide updates as needed.
