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Churchgoer Faces Harassment After Protest Disruption, Stands Strong

2/4/2026

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Caleb Phillips, a member of Cities Church in St. Paul, Minnesota, reports harassment by leftist protesters after a church service disruption on January 18.
He described the disruption as traumatic, especially for children.
Despite intimidation, church attendance remains strong.
Phillips and his girlfriend offered prayers to protesters but faced racial insults.
He says the struggle is spiritual and they will continue supporting their pastor despite his controversial association with ICE.

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Caleb Phillips, a member of Cities Church in St. Paul, Minnesota, reports harassment by leftist protesters after a church service disruption on January 18.
He described the disruption as traumatic, especially for children.
Despite intimidation, church attendance remains strong.
Phillips and his girlfriend offered prayers to protesters but faced racial insults.
He says the struggle is spiritual and they will continue supporting their pastor despite his controversial association with ICE.