Texas superintendent removes religious quotes (January 5, 2023)

In the West Sabine Independent School District in Texas, a display featuring religious quotes was removed, thanks to FFRF.

Superintendent Carnelius D. Gilder prominently displayed a plaque on his desk with the words ā€œTrust in the Lordā€ facing outwards. The sign also quoted Proverbs 3:5-6.

ā€œWe write to remind you that you cannot use your position as superintendent to advance your personal religious beliefs and to ask that this, and any other prominent, publicly displayed religious messages be removed from your office immediately,ā€ wrote FFRF Staff Attorney Chris Line in a letter to Gilder.

FFRF received a message back from Gilder, stating that the sign had been removed. ā€œI appreciate the enlightenment. Action taken and now you may consider the request met,ā€ he wrote.

 

Freedom From Religion Foundation