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Oxford Church Launches Comprehensive Sex Ed Amid Backlash

3/9/2026

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Wendy Pfrenger, a church leader in Oxford, Mississippi, started a comprehensive sexuality education program.
The program is part of the nationwide Our Whole Lives initiative, covering anatomy, consent, and inclusivity.
Advocates like Miranda Estes note a backlash against comprehensive sex education from conservatives.
Community-based programs are stepping in to provide essential education amid the backlash.
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation emphasizes trust-building with parents before launching classes.

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Story summary

Wendy Pfrenger, a church leader in Oxford, Mississippi, started a comprehensive sexuality education program.
The program is part of the nationwide Our Whole Lives initiative, covering anatomy, consent, and inclusivity.
Advocates like Miranda Estes note a backlash against comprehensive sex education from conservatives.
Community-based programs are stepping in to provide essential education amid the backlash.
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation emphasizes trust-building with parents before launching classes.