In a neighborhood known for its identity and advocacy, a North Texas church is taking a colorful stand against a state directive.

On Tuesday, Oak Lawn United Methodist Church began painting its front steps in rainbow colors, a response to Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s recent order requiring cities to remove rainbow crosswalks from public streets.

“We’re painting the rainbow on our steps as a way to show the community and the neighborhood that the rainbow is important,” said Rev. Ryan Wager.

Wager said the church decided to act after a weekend rally in the Oak Lawn neighborhood, where residents encouraged one another to display rainbows on private property as a form of peaceful protest.

“I hope that people drive by knowing that we’re taking steps when the Governor’s trying to take steps to s

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