Budde didn’t shy away from addressing the concerns of marginalized groups. She spoke of gay, lesbian, and transgender children across the nation who, she noted, “fear for their lives.” Her remarks seemed to acknowledge the anxiety within the LGBTQIA+ community regarding Trump’s administration.
The sermon came a day after Trump issued a series of executive orders that have already sparked controversy. Among these were orders recognizing biological distinctions between men and women, declaring a national emergency at the southern border, and rescinding birthright citizenship. Budde addressed these actions head-on, speaking about the contributions of immigrants to the country.