Miranda Parnell

Oct 4, 2024 | wtsp.com | Miranda Parnell

PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. — With houses and businesses destroyed during Hurricane Helene, some workers in the bay area have lost their homes and their jobs. Devynn Maurer said the floodwaters rose so quickly within a two-hour period at her Gulfport area home, that she knew she needed to evacuate.  “I could hear it running underneath the house, like a waterfall,” Maurer said, describing how she quickly grabbed her essentials and left the property.

Jul 19, 2024 | wtsp.com | Miranda Parnell

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Children are rocking out in St. Pete, at a camp designed to uplift kids who may not typically feel supported. Girls Rock St. Pete offers them a safe space to openly express themselves. About 50 girls and non-binary kids ages 8 to 17 come into camp, and are assigned a role in a band. Members are given an instrument they’ve never used to write a song together and prepare to perform it at the end of the week at Jannus Live.

May 1, 2024 | wtsp.com | Miranda Parnell

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — After a vote earlier on Wednesday, LGBTQ+ clergy will no longer be banned within the United Methodist Church.   “Sexual orientation is no longer a qualification for ministry in the United Methodist Church, and that’s a good thing,” said Rev. Andy Oliver of Allendale United Methodist Church in St. Pete. Oliver said LGBTQ+ clergy in the United Methodist Church can finally love openly while serving their faith. Prior to the rule change, Rev.

Feb 22, 2024 | wltx.com | Miranda Parnell

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — If you're searching for a big proponent of the Bible, a church is probably a great place to start looking. "Everyone is welcome here and can find sanctuary here," said Pastor Andy Oliver of Allendale United Methodist Church. But even those who know the “good book” best say there may be some hypocrisy at play when it comes to legislation that's been passed and expanded since the 2022 Parental Rights in Education bill.

Feb 22, 2024 | kens5.com | Miranda Parnell

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — If you're searching for a big proponent of the Bible, a church is probably a great place to start looking. "Everyone is welcome here and can find sanctuary here," said Pastor Andy Oliver of Allendale United Methodist Church. But even those who know the “good book” best say there may be some hypocrisy at play when it comes to legislation that's been passed and expanded since the 2022 Parental Rights in Education bill.