I have lived in the Midland/Odessa area for almost 3 years now. I have attended St. Lukes United Methodist Church many times throughout the 3 years. I just recently got engaged and when I went to call the church to talk about using the sanctuary for the ceremony, the Pastor answered the phone. At first I was very surprised and encouraged that the pastor had answered the phone.

When I explained to him that I wanted to use the sanctuary for my ceremony, he asked me if I was a member of the church. I proceeded to tell him that I was not a member, but before I could tell him that I had attended the church, he cut me off and said that it just wouldn't work out at his church. Then he said goodbye and hung up the phone.

I was completely appalled at the way I was treated and will never attend St. Lukes of Odessa again.